Many communities in Malaysia have continued to struggle through unemployment and the devastation caused by the Covid pandemic. Crossroads has sent a further two shipments to assist vulnerable and refugee communities. Following the first two shipments containing disaster relief kits, furniture, goods for education and development and medical supplies, we have now sent a large amount of clothing, footwear and toys, as well as some household goods. All this is to bring hope to recipients who find it so hard to make ends meet for a normal life, let alone for extras such as toys for the children.
Our partner organisation in Malaysia works tirelessly to distribute aid of all kinds to poor communities. They said of the goods received in the two shipments:
“They can save lives, improve health conditions, alleviate suffering, and enhance to overall well-being of the community.”
Below: The arrival of a large number of toys and items for enhancing child development in the second shipment brought great joy to many communities, where money is so short.
A school for indigenous people in a village far from nearby town experienced a major flood that caused the dormitory, where their students live, to be flooded making it impossible to use. New beds and mattresses from the shipment were delivered to the school, allowing the students to get a good night’s sleep again.
15 students from poorer communities received a computer unit each. According to one of the students’ mothers, this allowed their child to complete assignments or homework given by their teacher that required the use of the computer – something most of the parents didn’t think they could ever afford. This was a significant boost for their children’s education in today’s world.
Clothing and shoes are essential for all families, and this shipment brought plenty to choose from. Everyone could find a pair of shoes of the right size, and clothes to fit. This helps families have more money available for basic necessities.
