Lots of love: Hasan holding up an artwork made by his student at the Jasmine Ash-Sham Education Centre in Ampang.
KUALA LUMPUR: Having mastered Bahasa Malaysia and English in just two short years, 16-year-old Syrian refugee Hasan al-Akraa is making the most of his language prowess by helping others.
Armed with an iron resolve and sticks of chalk, Hasan is a full-time volunteer teacher at the Jasmine Ash-Sham Education Centre in Ampang for Syrian migrant and refugee children since last year.
Already a subscriber? Log in
Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access
Cancel anytime. Ad-free. Unlimited access with perks.
