Children from low-income families receive fewer opportunities for talent and academic enrichment than children from higher-income backgrounds.
As the school year progresses, these children aren't able to follow the teachings due to poor comprehension, which leads to lower self-confidence.
Falling Behind in School is Setting Them Back Even Further
As a result, they fall behind, lose interest in attending school and eventually become more susceptible to bad influences. These lead to poor life choices and reduce the chances of breaking free from the poverty cycle.
The solution to "more schooling" does not work. Instead, we opt for "purposeful learning" by focusing on talent development to help the children expand their capacity to learn.
Meet Zakwan
This is Zakwan, 9 years old. Despite struggling in school, he showed immense interest in football.
Upon discovering his talent, we arranged his admission to a local football academy. All related expenses are fully covered.
Today he is a happy kid, growing in confidence and showing more interest in learning.
There are many other high-potential children from low-income families who struggle the same.
We can help them too.
How Arba Foundation Helps
Listen & Discover
We discover their interest through thorough two-way communication.
Explore Opportunities
We help them explore sustainable ways to pursue and strive in their talent development journey,
Connect to Best Platforms
We identify the best platform, cover all related expenses and track their progress regularly.
Our Activities
United Nations SDG
Sustainable Development Goals is 2030 Agenda adopted by all United Nations providing a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future.
They recognize that ending poverty and other deprivations must go hand-in-hand with strategies that improve health and education, reduce inequality, and spur economic growth.
ARBA Foundation is commited towards contributing to this agenda.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the age range of the children involved and the areas of interest that are included?
We cater for schooling children. The age varies from 5 to 17 years old.
The areas of interest depend on their individual talents and skills. It covers sports, music, arts, sciences, languages, cultures and more.
Can any children apply to be part of this project?
No, as for now this project is an extended program for children from families under Nadi project. This project aims to focus on their educational progress and outcome.
ARBA International Waqf (L) Foundation (ARBA Foundation) is a registered public foundation in the Federal Territory of Labuan (LAF00399-I). Empowered with data and technology, we aim to help children escape poverty in Malaysia.
