KUALA LUMPUR: The recent health crisis involving the Orang Asli has been an eye–opening episode for many as problems plaguing the community come to th...
KUALA LUMPUR: The recent health crisis involving the Orang Asli has been an eye–opening episode for many as problems plaguing the community come to the surface, posing a question mark over what more needs to be done to improve their well–being.
“We also want basic amenities, access to good education and health facilities, a nice house, and state–of–the art equipment and devices ... it’s just that the means are limited,“ the Australian National University–trained Jakoa head said. A visitor to his office could not help but notice a miniature replica of an Orang Asli house taking pride of place in the sitting area, serving perhaps as a constant reminder of where his roots lie.
According to him, despite various facilities provided, approximately 80% of the Orang Asli still came under the B40 group while the rest were categorised as hardcore poor. “Secondly, synergy partners from the corporate world can share technology and expertise through corporate social responsibility work. Thirdly, NGOs should come forward to give ideas that are constructive including to help Jakoa manage the Orang Asli,“ said the director–general.
He added cooperation from all quarters was also necessary to prevent a repeat of the measles outbreak crisis involving the Batek tribe in Kuala Koh, Gua Musang, Kelantan that shocked the nation.
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