Activist calls on Malaysians to support Paralympic contingent

Paralympic Council of Malaysia patron Tun Jeanne Abdullah handing over the Malaysia flag to long jumper Abdul Latif Romly.

PETALING JAYA: Malaysians should support the nation's Paralympics contingent in Rio de Janeiro to see what people with disabilities (PWDs) are capable of, said Malaysian Disabled Development Society president Mohd Faisal Che Yusof.

"It is about awareness among Malaysians towards the potential and abilities of PWDs. This is a very basic and common challenge. Malaysians can be aware of means and ways to support PWDs in every aspect of their lives, including sports and the Paralympics," said Mohd Faisal.