Thasraveen, who was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome a decade ago, enjoys modelling. Photo: Ikhwan Abdullah
Student Thasraveen Chandra Segaran, 21, was in high spirits after the Autism Rules Fashion fashion show, held at a shopping mall in conjunction with World Autism Awareness Day in Kuala Lumpur recently.
The young lad, diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome and attention hyperactivity deficit disorder, had every reason to smile.
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Thasraveen, who was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome a decade ago, enjoys modelling. Photo: Ikhwan Abdullah
Thasraveen is among a handful of Malaysian models with autism. Photo: Nizam Juhari
Aveen's (centre) artwork was incorporated into fabric during Autism Rules Fashion, a fashion show with Jayk Fashion, with a collection inspired by the artwork of individuals with autism. Photo: The Star/Sheela Chandran
The secret of being a model isn't about having good looks, height or the perfect body size. People with special needs want the modelling industry to see the beauty within them. Photo: Rani Narayasamy
Thasraveen gives free art lessons to children with autism from the B40 community around his neighbourhood during his free time. Photo: Rani Narayasamy
Rani has been a staunch advocate and pillar of strength for Thasraveen. Photo: The Star/Sheela Chandran
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