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Let’s attend this spin class to raise funds for the refugees affected by the COVID-19 pandemic

by Grace Sundram

With the pandemic showing sluggish signs of recovery, Malaysian communities, notably the Chin Women Organization (CWO) and their community-based learning centre, have taken a great hit. Many Malaysians are now taking the initiative to assist one another.

Local rhythmic cycling instructors are jumping on bandwagon, raising cash for CWO through a charity display called “Ride For A Cause,” which runs from now through July 18, 2021.

The pandemic has worsened the social and economic rights of the most vulnerable in society among them refugees such as the CWO. They are frequently the first to suffer the economic impacts of a lockdown and are often hardest hit when faced with illnesses. The situation for refugees have largely been overlooked and under emphasised, with most of the assisted funds and support channelled towards locals.

Ride For A Cause

As the pandemic took its toll, CWO had to close the school, leading to the loss of its main food sponsor and loss of jobs for their families. Refugees in Malaysia already face constant challenges without the pandemic but the situation is more critical now as these vulnerable communities struggle to recover. Like many other children who are not able to attend school, the children at CWO are no exception. They have no access to online learning as they do not have technological support such as computers or tablets.

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The dire situation has inspired Shanice Wong, a rhythmic cycling instructor to give the CWO a way to stand on their own even if just to survive the pandemic. The fundraiser entitled “Ride For A Cause”, brings local fitness personalities, Adeline Kong, Darren Ong, Elicia Chin, Faith Rundi, Janell Tan, Lana Lang, Priscilla Yee and Yi Suen, who will be putting on a showcase of 45-minutes Rhythmic Cycling performance which is open virtually to the public but are encouraged to donate to watch the showcase. Those who have an indoor cycling bike at home may join the session or simply support by watching the showcase.

Donate and enjoy the beat of rhythm-based indoor cycling 

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The fundraiser will begin from 13 July until 18 July 2021 where 100% of the collected funds will go to Chin Women Organization (CWO) school for Chin refugees to cover rental, food and access to education.

There is no minimum amount of donation but for every RM55 donated, the amount will help CWO to purchase one food box where one box feeds a family of four for approximately one to two weeks.

Date: 18 July 2021 (Sunday)

Time: 11 AM

Platform: Zoom, Link will be shared with those who have successfully donated and registered to attend the showcase

Cause: Raising funds for refugees affected by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic

Organization: Chin Women Organization (CWO)

Donation Platform: https://ride-to-support.raisely.com/

 

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