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📸 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 @ The Iconic 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗻𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗯𝗱𝘂𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗱 ✨

A milestone we'll always remember. Recalling back to two unforgettable Saturdays (9 & 16 May 2026) at the iconic 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘂𝗻𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗯𝗱𝘂𝗹 𝗦𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗱 🏛️💛

This wasn't just a portraiture event, it was a platform for our 𝗻𝗲𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 to step up as leaders. After weeks of preparation, they guided participants through 𝗽𝗿𝗲-𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝘆 𝗿𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀, shared 𝗯𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗵𝘆 𝘁𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗻𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲𝘀, and captured meaningful portraits with confidence, creativity, and heart 📷✨

Watching our Junior Facilitators lead, communicate, and take ownership throughout the event reminded us that 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘆 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝘀 💙

A heartfelt thank you to 𝗢𝗮𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲, 𝗞𝗟 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘆, 𝗞𝗟 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹, and 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆 for making this opportunity possible. Special appreciation to our 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 — 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗺, 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗝𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮 & 𝗖𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗔𝗺𝗶𝗻, together with our participants, families, volunteers, and everyone who made these weekends so meaningful.

From professional photographers giving back to first-time photographers picking up a camera, this was truly an event where everyone became a photographer. Thank you for helping us make a real difference. 💛

Here's to creating more opportunities where everyone can lead, belong, and be celebrated 🌟

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❤️ 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬

We are deeply touched by this beautiful message from Cikgu Lau and Pei Li:

“I would like to express my utmost gratitude to Care2Run and SD Guthrie and all volunteers who were so patient with us, the OKU community ❤️. We really had a blast ❤️”

Messages like this remind us why inclusion really matters: because when patience meets purpose, joy follows.

Every smile, every shared moment, and every act of kindness builds a stronger, more connected community. It was wonderful to see joy in Pei Li and Mdm Lau.

To our friends from the differently-abled community, thank you for your trust and energy.

To our volunteers and partners, your compassion and dedication make these experiences possible.

And to volunteers from SD Guthrie, thank you for walking this journey with us to create opportunities that empower and uplift.

Together, we continue to make inclusion real, one heartfelt connection at a time. 💛

💙 𝐀 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩 𝐓𝐨𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

“The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, but that step can be taken together to create a bigger and more inclusive footprint.”

These beautiful words from Kok Meng remind us why we do what we do.
Our LRT Xplorer Programme, co‑created with XD School, is more than a travel training experience; it’s a movement that builds confidence, independence and connection for neurodivergent youths and adults.

Every session is a reminder that inclusion grows when families, educators and volunteers walk side by side.

Together, we make public spaces friendlier, safer and more empowering for everyone.

To Kok Meng and family, thank you for your trust and encouragement.

To our dedicated coaches and volunteers, your heart and effort make every journey meaningful.

Here’s to more steps forward, together. 💛

Terima Kasih, Xie Xie Nie and Rombe Naandri,

💛 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬

𝐶𝑎𝑛 𝑦𝑜𝑢 ℎ𝑒𝑙𝑝 𝑢𝑠 𝑟𝑒𝑎𝑐ℎ 𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑛 𝑚𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑓𝑎𝑚𝑖𝑙𝑖𝑒𝑠 𝑤𝑖𝑡ℎ 𝑆𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑖𝑎𝑙 𝑁𝑒𝑒𝑑𝑠 𝑌𝑜𝑢𝑡ℎ𝑠 𝑤ℎ𝑜 𝑤𝑜𝑢𝑙𝑑 𝑏𝑒𝑛𝑒𝑓𝑖𝑡 𝑓𝑟𝑜𝑚 𝑠𝑡𝑟𝑢𝑐𝑡𝑢𝑟𝑒𝑑 𝐿𝑅𝑇 𝑡𝑟𝑎𝑖𝑛𝑖𝑛𝑔?

This will be our 𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐋𝐑𝐓 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞. If you believe in giving neurodiverse youngsters real-world experiences that build confidence, courage and independence, this is one meaningful programme worth sharing with another parent, teacher or therapist in your circle.

Many families quietly hope for their youngsters to grow independent of their sheltered life. That is why we designed this safe, predictable, and sensory-friendly learning journey.

🖇️ 𝑊𝑎𝑡𝑐ℎ 𝑡ℎ𝑒 ℎ𝑒𝑎𝑟𝑡❤️ 𝑜𝑓 𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑝𝑟𝑜𝑔𝑟𝑎𝑚𝑚𝑒: https://youtu.be/BmPYrezR2t0

For many parents, public transport feels overwhelming. The fear is real. The love behind that fear is even more real.

But when youngsters are given structure, visuals, gentle coaching, and adults who believe in their potential, something beautiful happens. They grow braver, more aware, and more independent, one small journey at a time. That is why your share matters.

Some families are searching for exactly this opportunity.
They just have not heard about it yet.

✨ 𝐋𝐑𝐓 𝐗𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞
A safe, structured, sensory-friendly introduction to public transport for neurodiverse youths.

📅 Sat, 25 Jul 2026
⏰ 9 am – 2 pm
📍 XD School Hub, PJ
💛 Early Bird RM300 (Save RM50)
🎁 Referral Discount 𝐑𝐌𝟓𝟎 𝐎𝐅𝐅 each for introducer
⚠️ 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝟖 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐬

👉 Please register on this link: https://tinyurl.com/LRTXplorer
📞 010 6500838 (XD WA) / 017-2278864 (Teacher Jessica)

Thank you so much for your support,
Prem | www.thexdschool.com | www.care2run.my

💙 𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞’𝐬 𝐉𝐨𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡

We are so touched by this beautiful message from Charmaine’s family:

"Hi, we, especially Charmaine, are so excited and happy to receive this Appreciation Certificate.

Many, many thanks to all 3 of you, dedicated coaches, Prem, Jessica, and Amin.
We truly appreciate the inclusive opportunity for Charmaine to participate in this event. Ribuan terima kasih! Wishing all continued blessings!"

Charmaine’s excitement reminds us why we do what we do: to create spaces where every young person feels seen, supported and celebrated. Her smile and her family’s words capture the heart of our Inclusive Portraiture Project at the Sultan Abdul Samad Building, where creativity met courage and inclusion came alive.

To Charmaine and family, thank you for your trust, warmth and encouragement.
To our dedicated Xtraordinary Digital School coaches, Prem, Jessica and Amin — your compassion continues to inspire. And to every volunteer and partner (especially Oasis Place Malaysia) who made this possible, your kindness builds bridges of understanding.

💛 Here’s to more inclusive journeys ahead, where every child shines in their own extraordinary way.

Terima Kasih, Xie Xie Nie and Rombe Naandri!

❤️ 𝐀 𝐋𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐓𝐨𝐮𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬

Some appreciation messages arrive quietly. Late yesterday evening, Irene and Zi Ren shared this note with us. A new parent that we spoke to late yesterday evening reminded and encouraged us to share more of our stories so that we get more support to help us grow more youths sustainably.

Here is the first of many heartfelt appreciation notes that we will be sharing:

"Dear Prem & Teacher Jessica,
Thank you very much for inviting Zi Ren & I to participate in 3 of your programmes this year, which are 𝐊𝐋 𝐁𝐚𝐫 𝐑𝐮𝐧, 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 & 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤.

Although each programme finished in half a day, the preparation work, which I am sure took both of you, especially Teacher Jessica, and your team many hours and days! The number of efforts and thoughts put in by you all has really moved us.

Deep in our hearts, we appreciate all that you have done for the benefit of the special needs community. The inclusive activities you organized have helped to
i. Spread awareness in society
ii. Provide opportunities for social interaction among Special Needs & volunteers
iii. Not only improve Special Needs’ physical health but also develop their skills in communication, speech & socializing.
iv. Build courage and self-confidence in the Special Needs.

Finally, many thanks again to you, Teacher Jessica & your team, as well as all other volunteer friends. Not forgetting also appreciation to those who sponsored the activities.

From
Irene & Zi Ren’s Family"

Their kind words remind us why inclusive programmes matter, why preparation is worth every late night, and why community kindness can change the world one small moment at a time.

What moved us deeply was how clearly they recognised the purpose behind each activity:

𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠
Helping society understand and embrace neurodiversity.

𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
Creating safe, joyful interactions between special needs youths and volunteers.

𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡
Strengthening communication, speech, confidence, and physical well-being.

𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐛𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠
Supporting youths as they step forward bravely into public spaces.

For Teacher Jessica, our team, and every volunteer friend, this appreciation note is a gentle reminder that the work we do matters.

For our sponsors, your generosity continues to ripple outward in ways that touch families deeply.

And for Irene, Zi Ren and your family, thank you for seeing the heart behind the programmes.

Your message encourages us to keep designing experiences that uplift, include and empower.

Community grows stronger when gratitude is shared.

Today, we honour yours.

Terima kasih, Xie Xie Nie, Rombe Naandri🙏