Talking SENse: Understanding Behaviour Through a New Lens

On 19 April 2026, the Kiwanis Club of Taman Tun Dr Ismail (KCTTDI) hosted a warm and meaningful Hari Raya Fellowship at Turkish Istanbul Café, bringing together both members and non-members for an afternoon of connection, reflection, and shared purpose. We were honoured by the presence of Puan Sri Datuk Hjh Khir Johari, whose attendance added to the significance of the gathering. The session provided an opportunity to update attendees on several key initiatives that continue to shape the club’s impact. Among them was the Kiwanis Child Development Centre (KCDC)—an important initiative focused on providing accessible early intervention and therapy services to children from underserved communities. Guests were also introduced to the Service Leadership Programme (SLP), Kiwanis’ youth development platform that empowers young people through leadership, service, and community engagement. In addition, updates were shared on the upcoming SEN Summit 2026, as well as Talking SENse, a platform aimed at fostering greater awareness, understanding, and conversations around special educational needs. Beyond the updates, the fellowship was a celebration of community—marked by good food, meaningful conversations, and the joyful celebration of April-born members. Events like these reflect the heart of Kiwanis: building connections, raising awareness, and inviting more people to be part of a shared mission to serve the children of the world.

Kiwanis Kartnival Sports 2026: A Day Full of Energy, Teamwork and Smiles On 11th April 2026, Monfort Boys Town was filled with excitement as children gathered for the “Mini Sports” event, organised by Kiwanis Club of Pantai KL. This special event was held in conjunction with the Kiwanis Club of Kuala Lumpur’s Kartnival Emas, bringing together fun, sports, and community in one meaningful day. We would like to sincerely thank Kiwanis Club of Kuala Lumpur for the opportunity to organise the Sports segment as part of their main event. It was truly a great collaboration that created joy and lasting memories for the children. Mini Sports (Under 12): Fun, Games and Team Spirit The Mini Sports segment was specially designed for children under 12 years old, creating a safe and fun environment for them to play, learn, and build confidence. Six homes participated, kicking off the day with high energy and excitement. The children rotated through three engaging games — Capture the Cones, Bean Bag Throw, and Scarf Tag — each testing their speed, accuracy, and teamwork.  The highlight was the Relay Race Finale, where teams worked together through a series of fun challenges before sprinting to the finish line. The field was filled with cheers, laughter, and strong team spirit. 🏆 Mini Sports (U12) Winners • Champion: Zotung Refugee Catholic Centre • 1st Runner-up: Zo Learning Center • 2nd Runner-up: ZER Zomi Education Center Football Tournament: U12 & U17 Action At the same time, an exciting football tournament was happening concurrently, featuring both U12 and U17 categories. The matches were competitive and full of passion, with teams showing great skill, discipline, and sportsmanship. 🏆 U17 Category • Champion: KRLC • 1st Runner-up: ZEC • 2nd Runner-up: ZLC 🏆 U12 Category • Champion: ZLC • 1st Runner-up: VEC • 2nd Runner-up: Zotung More Than Just Competition While trophies were awarded, the true success of the day was the joy, confidence, and friendships built among the children. Events like this remind us that sports is not just about winning — it is about: • Building teamwork • Encouraging confidence • Creating happy and meaningful experiences Appreciation and Acknowledgement We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to all sponsors for their generous support in making this event possible: • Micheal Soon (KC Klang) – Supporting Zotung • Oasis Place – Supporting Rumah Victory and KRLC • Lovns Cafe – Supporting Zo Learning Center • Maria (KC Damansara) – Supporting Matu • Rosemary (KCKL) – Supporting Zomi • KC Taman Desa – Supporting Ruth Education • Wong Fong Leng – Supporting Cheras (VEC) Your contributions, including food, transportation, and overall support, have made a meaningful difference in ensuring the children could fully participate and enjoy the day. Looking Ahead We are proud to have contributed to this special event and grateful for the collaboration with Kiwanis Club of Kuala Lumpur. We look forward to many more opportunities to serve the community and continue making a positive impact together.

The morning sun heightened as some club members , volunteers from IGB and friends stepped into Kebun Bangsar at 930am with 31 children from Hiichikok Foundation.The city noise faded into a gentle hum behind us. With children in tow, the visit quickly turned into a small adventure—one that balanced curiosity, movement, and a touch of calm that’s rare in the middle of a busy urban day. The first thing the children noticed was the openness and the variety of plants , trees and vegetables. There was space to run, to wander, to simply be loud without the usual reminders to “keep it down.” They darted ahead along the paths with adult volunteers, stopping every few steps to point at something new—a cluster of plants, an interesting sculpture, or chasing the farm animals like turkeys , geese , and goats . What makes a place like this special with children isn’t just what’s there, but how it invites exploration. The greenery became a kind of playground without swings or slides. Leaves turned into treasures & sticks into tools . It was unstructured in the best possible way, letting their imagination do most of the work. At one point, we slowed things down with a snack break .Sitting together, we watched as the children shifted from high-energy running to a drawing session of what they have observed & discovered . Drawing talents from the children were drawn out as they express themselves on paper with pencil. It was a reminder that children don’t just need entertainment; they need space to discover. Many memories with the children were captured in photos and videos . The children also received goodie bags from IGB . Our sponsor , Mr Lim from Lovns Cafe joined us at the kebun at a later time with his family When we left the Kebun at noon , shoes were slightly dirtier and energy pleasantly spent. It was a great experience for the children and adults to connect with nature The children were then given a treat at Lovns cafe in mid valley , specially arranged by its owner , Mr Lim. Prizes were then given to the top 3 best drawing given by Mr Lim . After a time of winding down over pastries and drinks , it was time to part and bid our goodbyes . It was indeed a day well spent with the children and we hope to bring them on another adventure with the support of well wishers and donors . Kiwanis Club of Pantai KL like to thank the kind sponsorship from Mr Lim , Lovns Cafe, volunteers from IGB with the goodie bags and friends who made a difference in bringing joy to the children .