Founders and Collaborators cum Facilitators
Founder
Founder and Director of Akademi Adat

Licentiate in Canon Law, a trained Human Rights activist, an experience Counsellor and youth trainer. Presently a writer cum a trainer.

A Kenyah from Uma Kenyah Long Bangan Belaga

Experts
Tun Richard Malanjum
Advisor

A lawyer by profession. A former Chief Justice of Malaysia

Presently serve at United Nation as an ombudsman to investigate complaint against an institution and seek resolutions to those complaints.

An advisor to Akademi Adat

A Kadazan from Sabah

Mr. Ding Seling
Advisor and Trainer

Passed away on 09.07.2023

Once a Senator and a former Research officer at Majlis Adat Istiadat Sarawak.

A learned educator of Adat who was a great supporter to the formation of Akademi Adat

A Kayan from Baram.

A facilitator and formator in Akademi Adat

Advisor and Trainer

An anthropologist and a lecturer at Palangkaraya University in Kalimantan Tengah.

A Pastor and an expert in Adat Dayak

A facilitator and formator in Akademi Adat

Advisor and Trainer

A Jesuit priest who serves as lecturer at Ateneo University Manila, Philippines.

A theologian who is expert in Shamanism

He is the founder of Asian School of Wisdom @ ASW

An experienced priest who had worked extensively among the Indigenous communities and youth throughout Asia.

A Sino-Chinese from Sabah

Advisor and Trainer

A former Anglican bishop of Sarawak and Brunei as well as the former Archbishop of the Anglican Province of South East Asia.

He obtained a Licentiate in Theology from the Australian College of Theology.

He received a Master of Arts with distinction in Missiology from the University of Birmingham major in pastoral theology and Ecumenism

He is a facilitator and a Religious Advisor to Akademi Adat

Advisor and Trainer

An expert in Adat and Traditional Knowledge

Presently the President of Majlis Hal Ehwal Anak Negeri Sabah.

He has started and established the “Sekolah Adat” in many districts in Sabah

He is both a facilitator and a partner in Akademi Adat

A Kadazan from Sabah

Advisor and Trainer

A practised lawyer by profession. He is an advocate, a solicitor and a commissioner of Oath in his own firm, SAGAU & RAJA Co.

An activist lawyer who takes the Indigenous Court cases throughout the years.

A Kelabit from Long Lelang.

Co-founder of Akademi Adat and legal advisor to SCRIPS

Advisor and Trainer

A lawyer by profession. A former Magistrate and now a practise lawyer as an advocate and solicitor

An Iban from Mukah.

A legal advisor to SCRIPS

Expert

An anthropologist and researcher

A Bidayuh-Kenyah parentage.

Co-founder of Algebra Technologies Sdn Bhd

Cultural sensitivity and understanding of indigenous communities.

Experience in research methodologies and oral history documentation

Ability to integrate technology for preservation purposes

Pahang Deng Anyi
Expert

A former Temenggong for the Dayak Community in Baram.

Formerly a Chief Judge to the Adat legal system in the community.

An expert in Dayak Adat and a writer

He is SCRIPS Adat advisor and consultant

A Kayan from Long Pelutan Baram

Dr. Roland Dom Mattu
Advisor

A medical doctor, a private practitioner in Columbia hospital, a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

A Dayak Kelabit from Bario.

He serves as SCRIPS medical consultant

Alex Basah Kesing @ Ali
Expert

A practised lawyer by profession.

An advocate and a Solicitor in his own legal firm in Bintulu.

A Kayan from Uma Apan Belaga

A legal advisor to SCRIPS since day one of its establishment.

Akademi Adat Expert and Trainer

Former Deputy President of Majlis Adat Istiadat Sarawak (MAIS)

Recognized expert in Adat, the traditional law of the Dayak community

Specializes in Native Customary Rights (NCR) land issues

Frequently called upon by lawyers to serve as an expert witness in court cases related to NCR land

Transitioned into politics to further advocate for Dayak rights and traditions

Actively involved with Dayak-focused NGOs such as Pedas and Sadia

Showcases a genuine and deep-rooted interest in preserving and promoting the Adat of the Dayak community

Partners
SCRIPS in a nutshell
SCRIPS (Society for Rights of Indigenous People of Sarawak / Pertubuhan Hak Asasi Orang asal Sarawak)

is a community-based organization established in 2008 by a group of Indigenous individuals in Sarawak, Malaysia. The founders recognized the importance of collective action to safeguard and advocate for the rights of Indigenous peoples in the region. SCRIPS officially registered under the Registrar of Societies Malaysia on 22 October 2012 (PPM-021-13-22102012).


As a local civil society organization (CSO), SCRIPS is committed to working closely with Indigenous communities and welcomes collaboration from individuals and organizations who are willing to support their programs. The organization's primary objective is to protect and defend the rights of Indigenous peoples in Sarawak. By engaging with these communities and addressing their unique challenges, SCRIPS aims to create positive changes and ensure the preservation of Indigenous rights in the country.


SCRIPS operates on the principle that collaboration and cooperation are essential for achieving their goals. They actively seek partnerships and support from like-minded entities to strengthen their initiatives. Through their efforts, SCRIPS strives to empower Indigenous communities, raise awareness about their rights, and advocate for sustainable development that respects their cultural heritage and way of life.

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