From Trauma to Talent: Sivanh’s Journey of Empowerment

2025-04-22T11:24:52+08:00

Sivanh, a young Laotian artist and entrepreneur, shares how inclusive training empowered his journey from trauma to talent. In the heart of Laos, a young man named Sivanh Sibounhueang has transformed tragedy into purpose. At the age of 16, he lost both arms in a life-altering electrical accident. The traumatic event led to isolation, depression, and uncertainty about his future. But instead of succumbing to despair, Sivanh picked up a pencil—with his toes—and started to draw. Today, he is not only a thriving artist but a national advocate for inclusive entrepreneurship and disability empowerment. His journey was made possible [...]

From Trauma to Talent: Sivanh’s Journey of Empowerment2025-04-22T11:24:52+08:00

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

2025-04-17T17:35:18+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 Empowerment2025-04-17T17:35:18+08:00

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

2025-04-10T14:08:07+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 Odds2025-04-10T14:08:07+08:00

From Setback to Comeback: Ag Salriminsha’s Rise

2025-04-03T17:19:13+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 Rise2025-04-03T17:19:13+08:00

Choun Lay’s Journey: Inclusive Entrepreneurship Through the Maybank R.I.S.E. Programme

2025-03-27T13:05:15+08:00

In Cambodia’s bustling capital of Phnom Penh, Choun Lay’s story is one of persistence, innovation, and the strength of community support. A woman with a physical disability due to polio, she has turned the challenges of her early life into a platform for empowerment, thanks to her resilience and the support of the Maybank R.I.S.E. Programme, implemented by People Systems Consultancy (PSC). […]

Choun Lay’s Journey: Inclusive Entrepreneurship Through the Maybank R.I.S.E. Programme2025-03-27T13:05:15+08:00

Beyond Survival: Soulitha’s Mission to Build a Future Through Business

2025-03-18T17:00:27+08:00

A Mother’s Strength in the Face of Adversity In the quiet village of Pearmai, Lamam District, Sekong Province, Laos, Soulitha Thinsekamarn never expected that a single medical mishap would change the course of her life. Growing up in a middle-class family, she believed that hard work would lead to stability. However, after experiencing a medical complication that left her physically disabled in her left leg and right arm, everyday tasks became a challenge. […]

Beyond Survival: Soulitha’s Mission to Build a Future Through Business2025-03-18T17:00:27+08:00

Sally Agapito: From Survival to Entrepreneurial Success

2025-03-11T13:25:47+08:00

For many women, entrepreneurship is not just about pursuing financial freedom—it is a means of survival. It is about creating a way to provide for family, overcome hardship, and rebuild stability in times of crisis. For Jerusalem “Sally” Agapito, starting a business was not a dream she had the luxury to plan for. It was something she was forced into, a way to support her family when illness threatened everything she had worked for. […]

Sally Agapito: From Survival to Entrepreneurial Success2025-03-11T13:25:47+08:00

Sutiasih’s Journey: From Loss to Thriving Entrepreneur

2025-03-06T14:50:08+08:00

For many, entrepreneurship is about chasing dreams and financial freedom. But for women with disabilities, it is often a matter of survival. Without access to stable jobs, business financing, or community support, many find themselves struggling to make ends meet. For Sutiasih, entrepreneurship was not a choice—it was a necessity. When tragedy struck her family, she had to rebuild her life from the ground up, armed with only her determination, sewing skills, and a deep desire to provide for her children. This is not just a story of financial success. It is a story of grit, resilience, and a mother’s unwavering [...]

Sutiasih’s Journey: From Loss to Thriving Entrepreneur2025-03-06T14:50:08+08:00

Suzita’s Journey: Overcoming Challenges & Scaling Success

2025-03-08T10:53:25+08:00

Starting and growing a sustainable small business is never easy. Entrepreneurs often face hurdles like financial instability, competition, and market uncertainty. For women with disabilities, these barriers can be even more daunting. However, inclusive entrepreneurship programs like Maybank R.I.S.E. are proving that with financial literacy, strategic planning, and the right support, women can overcome adversity, achieve financial empowerment, and uplift their communities. This is the story of Suzita Enis Binti Sukri, a Malaysian entrepreneur who turned personal and financial struggles into a thriving business, achieving a 1900% income increase in just four months. Overcoming Personal and Financial Struggles Suzita’s life changed [...]

Suzita’s Journey: Overcoming Challenges & Scaling Success2025-03-08T10:53:25+08:00

Keo Rachana: From Hardship to Empowering Women Through Sustainable Entrepreneurship

2025-03-08T10:53:36+08:00

For many women entrepreneurs, the journey to financial independence is filled with barriers—limited opportunities, financial instability, and societal challenges. For women with disabilities, these obstacles are even greater. However, inclusive entrepreneurship programs like Maybank R.I.S.E. are proving that with the right knowledge, financial literacy, and business strategies, women can transform their futures and uplift others. Keo Rachana, a Cambodian entrepreneur, mother of three, and a person with a disability, faced years of financial hardship after a road accident left her physically disabled. The challenges multiplied when her husband, once the family’s main provider, was forced into retirement after a landmine explosion [...]

Keo Rachana: From Hardship to Empowering Women Through Sustainable Entrepreneurship2025-03-08T10:53:36+08:00

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