People & Activism
The heart of Greenpeace Malaysia is its people. Our staff, volunteers, and allies, who turn bold ideas into real change. Each person brings their own strengths, values, and spark to the fight for a better future.
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Meet Our Campaigners
The frontlines of environmental change. Our campaigners lead the charge — researching, strategising, and mobilising action to tackle the most urgent environmental issues in Malaysia.
Heng Kiah Chun – Campaign Lead
Heng began as a student activist and was among the first staff at Greenpeace Malaysia. He led investigations into the imported plastic waste trade (2018–2021) and spearheaded air pollution and haze campaigns (2022–2024). Now as Campaign Lead, he continues to push for environmental justice and systemic change.
Hamizah Shamsudeen – Climate and Energy Campaigner
Hamizah believes that nature is for all to care for, not to exploit. So the real energy transition should not be about the economy, but should emphasise environmental justice and inclusive. In her work, she aims to build a JUST transition for a sustainable future with affordable and clean energy access for all.
Dunxin Weng (Yan) – Zero Waste Campaigner
Yan is committed to driving impactful change at the intersection of climate action and social equity. She is passionate about transforming her legal experience into meaningful solutions for a more sustainable future. She aims to bridge the gap between legal frameworks and marginalised communities, contributing to a more resilient and just future where environmental justice prevails.
Nur Sakeenah Omar (Keenah) – Public Engagement Campaigner
Keenah works closely with volunteers and allies on various intersectional and local environmental issues since she joined Greenpeace Malaysia as staff in 2019. She represents Greenpeace Malaysia in various local coalitions, working on issues side by side for a more impactful outcome.
Hema Sulakshana – Public Engagement Campaigner
Driven by a passion for people-powered change, Hema develops public engagement campaigns that connect communities with environmental action. Her work focuses on mobilising volunteers, building grassroots momentum, and shaping impactful narratives to push for policy and behavioural change.
Behind the Campaigns
It takes more than campaigners to power a movement. Behind every campaign are fundraisers, communicators, tech and operations teams — the people who keep our work impactful, independent, and connected to the community.
Want to meet the passionate faces behind our fundraising work?
Greenpeace Ships
Our ships are fundamental to Greenpeace campaigns, from obstructing nuclear tests in the Pacific to stopping illegal timber shipments in the Amazon. They conduct research, provide humanitarian aid, and collaborate worldwide to protect our oceans.
These ships also serve as platforms for education and advocacy. They host workshops, training sessions, and public events to engage communities, inspire activism, and foster a global movement for environmental protection.
Arctic Sunrise
Explore the Arctic Sunrise, originally designed as an icebreaker, that conducts scientific research on biodiversity in the world’s coldest region.
Rainbow Warrior
Meet the Rainbow Warrior, Greenpeace’s legendary undisputed icon since 1978. The ship name is synonymous with breaking boundaries and fearless campaigning.
Witness
The newest and greenest vessel in the Greenpeace fleet, the Witness is also the smallest ship that can navigate shallow waters that are inaccessible to larger ships.
Our Allies
We are just one organisation within the vast network of CSOs and NGOs (Civil Society Organisations and Non-Governmental Organisations) in Malaysia. To make the most impact, we often work with other organisations together, pooling our resources and expertise to come up with a unified voice for climate action. Allies we work with include:
GDIMY
MyJET
PHSKLU
MY-SWT
RimbaWatch
CERAH
Kumpulan Sokongan Kg Kelaik
Our movement is only as strong as the people behind it. From passionate volunteers and donors to everyday supporters taking a stand, changemakers are the heartbeat of Greenpeace Malaysia.
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Isu pencemaran air di Kampung Ayong, Pos Pasik, Gua Musang, Kelantan
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Water pollution crisis in Kampung Ayong, Pos Pasik, Gua Musang, Kelantan
The Orang Asli community in Kampung Ayong is fully dependent on the rivers as a primary source of drinking water, bathing, cooking, and cleaning. However, recently residents have reported noticeable changes in the quality of the river water.
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Serangan gajah: Apabila hutan diceroboh, kampung menjadi mangsa
Pada 27 November 2025, banyak peristiwa yang menyayat hati berlaku di Kampung Jader Lama, Pos Simpor di Kelantan. Sekumpulan gajah liar telah menceroboh kawasan tanaman masyarakat Orang Asli dan memusnahkan sumber makanan utama penduduk.
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Elephant attacks: When forests are encroached, villages become victims
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2025 Year Wrapped in Momentum
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Monsoon seasons and the deep wounds caused by logging
The monsoon season is not foreign to the Orang Asli community. Since long ago, we lived alongside the rain, rivers, and forests. However, what we experienced during the 2025 monsoon…
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Musim tengkujuh dan luka akibat pembalakan
Musim tengkujuh bukan sesuatu yang asing bagi masyarakat Orang Asli dan Asal. Sejak dahulu, kami hidup bersama hujan, sungai dan hutan. Ia adalah krisis yang dipergiat dan diperburuk oleh pembalakan, khususnya di kawasan hulu sungai dan sekitar kampung pedalaman.
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2025 Newsletter: Rooted in Hope, Powered by You
Let’s take a look back at our local and international work: cleaner air, safer forests, clean energy, less plastic, and communities shaping their own future.
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Together we are part of a growing, global movement determined to bring about the changes our planet desperately needs.