April 2025 – peoplesystemsconsultancy.com

From Caregiver to Changemaker: Merjane’s Journey of Financial Empowerment
Gallery

From Caregiver to Changemaker: Merjane’s Journey of Financial Empowerment

peoplesystems2025-04-17T17:35:18+08:00

In the heart of San Juan City in the Philippines, Merjane De Guzman’s story is a powerful example of how inclusive entrepreneurship can transform not only livelihoods but entire communities. As a mother to five children—two of whom are Persons with Disabilities (PWDs)—Merjane’s daily reality was a delicate balance of caregiving, financial stress, and resilience. Through the Maybank R.I.S.E. Programme, she turned these challenges into opportunities, building a sustainable business that reflects both personal triumph and a broader commitment to social good. […]

From Caregiver to Changemaker: Merjane’s Journey of Financial Empowermentpeoplesystems2025-04-17T17:35:18+08:00

Bridging the Financial Gap for Marginalised Entrepreneurs
Gallery

Bridging the Financial Gap for Marginalised Entrepreneurs

peoplesystems2025-04-11T16:15:12+08:00

In today’s dynamic economic landscape, entrepreneurship is one of the most powerful tools for building self-sufficiency, driving innovation, and lifting communities out of poverty. Yet for millions of marginalised individuals—particularly women, persons with disabilities (PWDs), and rural or low-income communities—the path to entrepreneurship is blocked by a persistent financial gap. […]

Bridging the Financial Gap for Marginalised Entrepreneurspeoplesystems2025-04-11T16:15:12+08:00

From Stigma to Strength: How Siti Fatimah Built a Thriving Business Against the Odds
Gallery

From Stigma to Strength: How Siti Fatimah Built a Thriving Business Against the Odds

peoplesystems2025-04-10T14:08:07+08:00

In Cirebon, West Java, Siti Fatimah’s journey is a testament to what happens when resilience meets opportunity. Living with a physical disability due to leprosy, Siti faced not just physical limitations, but also social stigma and a lack of confidence. But through the Maybank R.I.S.E. Programme, she found the knowledge and support to transform her life—and her business. […]

From Stigma to Strength: How Siti Fatimah Built a Thriving Business Against the Oddspeoplesystems2025-04-10T14:08:07+08:00

From Setback to Comeback: Ag Salriminsha’s Rise
Gallery

From Setback to Comeback: Ag Salriminsha’s Rise

peoplesystems2025-04-03T17:19:13+08:00

In the quiet hills of Sabah, Malaysia, Ag Salriminsha’s story stands as a powerful reminder that the human spirit is stronger than circumstance. Once a thriving chef in Kuala Lumpur, Ag’s life changed dramatically following a severe accident and job loss during the COVID-19 pandemic. But through the Maybank R.I.S.E. Programme, his determination found direction—proving how inclusive entrepreneurship and financial literacy can help individuals rebuild their lives and uplift others. […]

From Setback to Comeback: Ag Salriminsha’s Risepeoplesystems2025-04-03T17:19:13+08:00