SIBU: The Juma’ani Tuanku Haji Bujang Welfare Complex (KKJTHB) in Sibu has been instrumental in nurturing numerous orphans who have excelled academically since its inception.
According to its chairman, Datuk Mohamad Yusnar Matalie, last year saw 11 residents of the complex successfully continuing their studies at public universities and polytechnics.
“We don’t just provide basic necessities like shelter, clothing and food but we also ensure a comprehensive education for the children,” he said in his speech at the Special Hari Raya Programme organised by the National Consumer Action Council (MTPN) Sibu branch at KKJTHB.
Yusnar hoped that the achievements of the orphans at the complex would inspire other children to follow suit in the future.
“Apart from academic pursuits, the orphanage pays special attention to the holistic development of the children, including co-curricular activities and personal talents,” he said.
He also stressed the importance of boosting their self-confidence, given the losses they had experienced in life.
“We aim to instil confidence in these children through various programmes and activities within the complex,” he said before thanking the MTPN Sibu branch for its collaboration in various initiatives, particularly pertaining to education.
Also present were Counsellor Syed Hamzah Datuk Wan Hamid who represented Temenggung Datuk Wan Hamid Edruce, Datuk Robert Ting King Hung, and MTPN Sibu branch chairman, Lucas Lau.
