Young, determined and making Malaysia proud
This International Day of the Girl Child, FMT Lifestyle spotlights five girls who show just how far small steps towards big dreams has taken them.
In celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child, FMT Lifestyle profiles five extraordinary young Malaysians who are achieving remarkable success through their passion and determination. Kimberly Chan, a singer, captivated audiences with her performance of "Part of Your World" from Disney's "The Little Mermaid" at just 11 years old, winning first prize at the 2026 International Music Competition Berlin.
Yoshnaa Logenthiran, a dancer, overcame setbacks to claim gold in The Dance of Asia 2026 and silver in The Champion of Asia 2026 at age 11. Malaiqa An’noura Azila, a gymnast, earned two gold medals in the Shine Cup International Rhythmic Gymnastics Competition 2026 at the age of five. Heyra Jeganath, a young author, published her debut book "Heyra, the Big Sister" at five, inspired by her own experiences of hospitalization.
Lastly, Asyiil Raziin Razman, a swimmer, won gold in the women's S14 100m freestyle at the 2024 Para Sukma, breaking the Games record in the process. These young Malaysians exemplify the potential that exists when girls are given the opportunity to follow their dreams.
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