Among Lubon's work was "Operation Sumatran Rhino" (2016), a National Geographic wildlife documentary on Malaysia’s last Sumatran rhinos that is still being aired today. Photos: Lydia Lubon
Like any other Malaysian now, Lydia Lubon is staying at home obeying the movement control order (MCO).
"(My life) completely revolves around working online, connecting with friends and colleagues on social media, and thinking about what to make for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Work and makan, the pillars of Malaysian society!” she says in jest.
Gallery: Setting a good example in social responsibility
Among Lubon's work was "Operation Sumatran Rhino" (2016), a National Geographic wildlife documentary on Malaysia’s last Sumatran rhinos that is still being aired today. Photos: Lydia Lubon
The Free Tree Society's flagship youth programme, On the Go, provides environmental education and skills training to students and teachers via a truck. Photo: Free Tree Society
Lubon admits that doing hands-on outdoor environmental work is physically difficult and means getting her hands dirty, it is a huge adjustment from filmmaking but she absolutely loves it. Photo: Free Tree Society
Lubon conducting the Free Tree Society's flagship youth programme On the Go, which provides environmental education and skills training to students and teachers. Photo: Free Tree Society
Lubon (right) directing "Her Perspective", a documentary about inspiring women in South-East Asia who challenge social norms, in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: Lydia Lubon
TV documentaries are one of the most powerful tools for raising awareness among the masses about social issues, the environment or wildlife conservation, Lubon says. Photo: Lydia Lubon
Lubon (right) with English primatologist and anthropologist Dr Jane Goodall during a special screening of Lubon's documentary in Kuala Lumpur. Photo: Lydia Lubon
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