Dr. Asma Abdullah
Culture Has To Be Taught
Many of us take our culture for granted. The way we perceive and behave with others is a result of what we have learned either...
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Dr. Asma Abdullah
Jun 165 min read
Time For Cultural Surgery
Research by scholars (namely Hofstede, Hall, and Trompenaars) in Cross-Cultural studies often cites Malaysia as a country with the...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
May 168 min read
Building Organisational Cultures: The Role Of Values In Organisational Settings
Written by Dr. Asma Abdullah, Interculturalist The culture of an organisation is often best described by those who are considered as its...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Apr 163 min read
Reviving Spirit of Muhibbah
Written by Dr. Asma Abdullah, Interculturalist The spirit of muhibbah has long been revered as a guiding principle of unity and harmony...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Mar 186 min read
My Awakening Through Diversity, Unity and Peace
Source: Dr. Asma Abdullah, Interculturalist My introduction to Al Hunafa started in 2000 when one of my non Muslim friends wanted to...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Feb 134 min read
Moving forward with Madani values
Source: Asma Abdullah PhD, Interculturalist As Malaysians, we know that all our prime ministers had their own brand logo while in office...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Jan 152 min read
Cultural Dimensions of Anglos, Australians and Malaysians
Source: Asma Abdullah PhD, Human Resource Department, ExxonMobil, Kuala Lumpur and Lrong Lim PhD, Department of Business Administration,...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Dec 19, 202311 min read
THE VALUE OF A CULTURAL ORIENTATION FOR EDUCATIONISTS
Source: An interview with Dr Asma Abdullah, Published by REALIZE, Cambridge Global Learning, Volume 2, Issue No.2, 2018 In this era...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Nov 14, 20237 min read
THE IMPACT OF ISLAMISATION ON MALAYS IN MALAYSIA
Source: Breaking the Silence: Voices of Moderation: Islam in a Constitutional Democracy by G25 Malaysia. Published by Marshall Cavendish...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Oct 20, 202331 min read
MY FULBRIGHT EXPERIENCE
Source: Asma Abdullah Ph.D in Zeeshan-ul-hassan Usmani (ed) 2006. Similarity in Diversity: Reflections of Malaysian and American...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Sep 18, 20235 min read
‘I’ or ‘We’ CULTURES IN COMMUNICATION BREAKDOWN
Source: Asma Abdullah, Today's Manager, Singapore Institute of Management, Aug-Sept.1999, page 33-34. To communicate clearly across...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Aug 7, 20235 min read
TIME FOR CULTURAL SURGERY
Article by Asma Abdullah PhD was published on June 29 2018 in The Malay Mail Research by scholars (namelmasuk kandang kambing memgembek,...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Jul 4, 20237 min read
CROSS-CULTURAL COMMUNICATION THE MALAYSIAN & AUSTRALIAN EXPERIENCE
Source: Asma Abdullah MANAGEMENT, July – Aug. 1997 Every culture has its own way of interpreting the behaviours, actions and events of...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Jun 1, 20239 min read
PEACEFUL COEXISTENCE THROUGH MUHIBBAH IN A PLURAL SOCIETY
Source: Visions For Peace, Published by Association of Peace, Conscience & Reason, 2016 Peaceful coexistence is a situation in which...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
May 11, 202310 min read
MANAGING DIFFERENCES IN A CROSS CULTURAL MARRIAGE
Source: Islamic Herald, Volume 34, No.3, 2017 pp17-2 . A publication by PERKIM Malaysia “Understand the differences; act on the...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Apr 19, 202310 min read
MY AWAKENING THROUGH DIVERSITY, UNITY AND PEACE
written by Dr. Asma Abdullah My introduction to Al Hunafa started in 2000 when one of my non Muslim friends wanted to learn about Islam....
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Farah Rani
Oct 212 min read
Amplifying Authentic Expression for Stronger Teams and Inclusive Dialogue
When we discuss diversity, the conversation often centers around ensuring no voice is left unheard. At Cultural Impact, we believe that...
Farah Rani
Sep 173 min read
U for Universalism: Is it really One-Size-Fits-All ?
When we think about our own cultural values, it's easy to assume they apply everywhere, to everyone. Universalism explores this idea—how...
Farah Rani
Aug 153 min read
T for Team: Redefining the Blueprint for Building Cohesive and High Performing Teams
In any organisation, the concept of teamwork is often touted as a cornerstone of success. The synergy created by individuals working...
Farah Rani
Jul 253 min read
S for Shame: The Cultural Impact of Shame
Imagine facing a cultural clash on one of the most important days of your life. During Marie’s wedding preparations, her Chinese...
Cultural Impact Insider
Zafira Yong
Oct 212 min read
Discover the Enchanting Bajau Folktale of ‘Nur Mani the Rice Spirit’ with KL Shakespeare Players
Looking for an unforgettable family-friendly cultural experience this November? Join us for the seventh session of KL Shakespeare...
Zafira Yong
Sep 172 min read
Broaden Young Minds Through the Arts: Sponsor Student(s) Today!
This month, instead of inviting you to attend a play, we’re sharing a story—one that you can help shape. Imagine a young student from a...
Zafira Yong
Aug 152 min read
Step into Shakespeare’s World with “Storytelling Shakespeare: The Tempest”
Prepare to be enchanted as KL Shakespeare Players (KLSP) return with yet another captivating rendition of a Shakespearean classic, "The...
Zafira Yong
Jul 252 min read
CI Monthly Play Recommendations: July Edition
Experience the Magic of a Bajau Folktale: Kanang & the Serimpak Are you ready for a captivating journey into the rich cultural heritage...
CI in Action!
Zafira Yong
Oct 213 min read
Empowering Teams: Transformative Exchange Theatre Session for a Finance Team in Malaysia
Recently, Cultural Impact and KL Shakespeare Players had the privilege of conducting an inspiring Exchange Theatre training program with...
Zafira Yong
Sep 172 min read
Building a Culture of Respect at Asia School of Business: A Universalism Perspective
Respect is a cornerstone of any successful community or organisation, especially in a culturally diverse environment like the Asia School...
Zafira Yong
Aug 155 min read
What past participants say: Real-life Insights from Our Certification Program
Since the launch of our Team Psychological Safety (TPS) Certification Program in December, TPS has been a recurring theme in our...
Zafira Yong
Jul 252 min read
CI and Action Learning: Celebrating the Impactful Journey of MBS Leadership Development Program
At Cultural Impact, we are excited to share the inspiring journey of over 120 managers enrolled in the Melbourne Business School (MBS)...
Dr. Asma Abdullah's Insights
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Oct 213 min read
Culture Has To Be Taught
Many of us take our culture for granted. The way we perceive and behave with others is a result of what we have learned either...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Jun 165 min read
Time For Cultural Surgery
Research by scholars (namely Hofstede, Hall, and Trompenaars) in Cross-Cultural studies often cites Malaysia as a country with the...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
May 168 min read
Building Organisational Cultures: The Role Of Values In Organisational Settings
Written by Dr. Asma Abdullah, Interculturalist The culture of an organisation is often best described by those who are considered as its...
Dr. Asma Abdullah
Apr 163 min read
Reviving Spirit of Muhibbah
Written by Dr. Asma Abdullah, Interculturalist The spirit of muhibbah has long been revered as a guiding principle of unity and harmony...
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