“I joined MAD at 18, right after a heartbreak, thinking isolation was the way to heal. Instead, I found people, hope, and a whole new way of looking at life. The kids I taught made me stop whining about small problems and start appreciating what really matters. MAD gave me humans rooted in love, courage, and community—and that changed everything for me.”

“I joined MAD thinking it was just another extracurricular. But once classes began and I met the people, it felt different—I found a place where I truly belonged. Over time I pushed myself out of my comfort zone, took on challenges, and grew more confident. Applying to be a Community Organiser was scary, but it showed me I’m capable of more than I ever thought. MAD became my biggest growth journey.”

"At first, my kids did not want to learn English because it was too hard. It took several sessions for them to open up, and soon they were excited about learning. Finally, on graduation day, the children were thrilled about passing their exams. A boy from my class came up to me and said, “Akka, I’ve decided to become a lawyer. The language and communication have given me confidence. I can dream now." That day, I realised if this isn’t magic, I don’t know what is."