Reception at Assunta Schools for Martin Jacques

Life at the two Assunta schools in Petaling Jaya has finally returned to normal following the disruptions wrought by the pandemic. Martin Jacques, the chair of the Harinder Veriah Trust, visited both schools between 8-13 June while on a special visit to KL. He met the Headteacher at the Primary School and other members of staff and attended a special welcoming ceremony at which he met all the HVT girls. The following week he met members of staff and the HVT girls at the Secondary School. Over 20 girls were present and they all spoke movingly about how the support the Trust gives them has helped improve their lives and education.

Reception at Assunta Secondary School for Martin Jacques. The photo includes Shariza Noordin (far left), who leads the Trust’s work in Malaysia, two of the HVT volunteer tutors, and six of the HVT supported girls, all of whom spoke eloquently about what HVT meant for them. The girl in the yellow shirt gave a very moving speech about her life and the huge problems she has faced.

Reception at Assunta Secondary School for Martin Jacques with all the HVT girls, staff from the school, and HVT volunteer tutors

Reception at Assunta Primary School for Martin Jacques with all the HVT girls together with the Head Teacher and other staff.