Helping Dayak culture shine

Proud heritage: Dayak cultural musicians (from left) Lian Balan, Aren Lirai and Salomon Gau performing during the inaugural MYY Living Arts UnConference and Festival.

PETALING JAYA: Winning the Star Golden Hearts Award catapulted Tuyang Initiative into both the national and international spotlight, opening doors for Dayak arts and culture.

Founded in 2017 by Juvita Tatan Wan and her father John Wan Usang, the Miri-based social enterprise has worked with organisations nationwide and also partners from South-East Asia, Australia, New Zealand and many more.