ZafigoX 2024: Rejuvenation awaits YOU!

January Low has been practising the Eastern classical Indian dance form, Odissi, for close to 30 years, observing how dance exists daily in her Southeast Asian female body.

@januarylow

Le Cordon Bleu alumna, chef, cooking show host, author, and restaurant consultant. Originally from Kochi, Sapna now calls KL home, with travels influencing her unique approach to cooking.

@chefsapna

British restaurateur Asma Khan, known for her all-female kitchen at Michelin-listed Darjeeling Express, champions social and environmental causes through cooking and media presence.

@asmakhanlondon

An emerging visual artist, Cassie has a passion for capturing the world around her through watercolours and ink. Her work has been exhibited in solo and group showcases across Malaysia.

@cassielelolea

Sharon Bakar is a writer, editor, and creative writing teacher. She has nurtured countless Malaysian writers and is co-founder of the popular monthly literary event, Readings.

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Once a digital and brand strategist, now a stationery designer, Tercia combines her eye for detail with engaging content creation, cementing her status as the nation’s journalling queen.

@skybambi

Noora Ali works with the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) in Kuala Lumpur, which promotes and fosters travel to Japan globally.

Tan Hong Hong works with the Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) in Kuala Lumpur, which promotes and fosters travel to Japan globally.

As a makeup artist specialising in natural, skin-like makeup that highlights inner beauty, Hanna was formerly an electrical Project Engineer but now pursues makeup artistry full-time.

@glowbyhanna

Nabilah, is a makeup artist with 11 years of experience in bridal and commercial work. An architect by training, she enhances beauty through colour harmony and tailored styles.

@warnabilla

Cassandra is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu champion and coach who has represented Malaysia at various prestigious international events. She also co-founded Hikari, a martial arts school in KL.

@osscass

With over a decade of experience in yoga, Huda is a Women’s Health Coach who empowers women by helping them overcome diet struggles and hormonal imbalances.

@healbyhuda

Former world number one Malaysian squash player, Datuk Nicol Ann David, is shaping future athletes through the Nicol David Foundation, empowering young people through sports and education.

@nicoldsquash

22-year-old Palestinian journalist Plestia Alaqad is known for her activism efforts and fearless reporting of the Israeli genocide in Gaza, and is now pursuing a Master’s in Beirut.

@plestia.alaqad

Sara Jane Ho, Emmy-nominated host of Netflix’s *Mind Your Manners* and author of a book by the same name, shows that etiquette is a tool for navigating the world with grace and intention.

@sarajaneho

Dr. Mona Minkara is a blind scientist, traveller, and storyteller known for her passion, dedication, and commitment to the idea that ‘Vision is More than Sight’.

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Founder of Zafigo, socio-political activist, and writer, Marina Mahathir is known for her passion for advocacy work and continues to make a difference in every cause she’s part of.

With 20 years of experience on issues related to social justice, gender, and inclusion, Suri Kempe has held key roles in the UN, government, and civil society across multiple regions.

@surikempe

Law graduate, feminist, and activist Noelle Martin uses personal experience to educate globally on the harmful impacts of image-based sexual abuse.

Velvet Aduk, from Penampang, Sabah, is a former Akademi Fantasia Season 4 contestant. Since then, she has been capturing hearts with her music.

@velvetaduk

Being the first Malaysian female photographer accredited for the Winter Olympic Games, Annice Lyn’s visual storytelling continues to break barriers and inspire with impactful imagery.

@annicelyn

Visual artist Nadirah Zakariya’s work, inspired by personal experiences and exploring themes of identity, has been published and exhibited internationally.

@nadirahzakariya

Known for turning simple everyday objects into boundary-pushing art installations, Red Hong Yi is known internationally as the artist who ‘paints without a paintbrush’.

@redhongyi

As a spoken word artist and educator with more than 10 years of experience, Sheena’s extensive experience fosters an environment that’s explorative, transformative and empowering.

@sheenabaharudin

Hanna Alkaf is a critically acclaimed author, best known for her novel *The Weight of Our Sky* which won the Freeman Award for Young Adult/High School Literature.

@hanna.alkaf

Winning the Epigram Books Fiction Prize for her novel *The Accidental Malay*, Karina Robles Bahrin became the second Malaysian to receive this prestigious award.

@karinaroblesbahrin

Creative producer and screenwriter Yasmin Yaacob has 20 years of experience in Southeast Asian media, producing regional award-winning shows across multiple genres.

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Dr. Sakia Haque, doctor, social worker, and founder of “Travellettes of Bangladesh,” is the first woman to ride a motorcycle through all 64 districts in Bangladesh.

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Cultural anthropologist and humanitarian, Lilianne Fan is the International Director and Co-Founder of Geutanyoë Foundation, protecting and empowering vulnerable communities in Asia.

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As a city dweller, Low Shao-Lyn felt disconnected from nature, leading her to growing her own food—she now advocates for sustainable living as Co-Owner of Eats, Shoots & Roots.

@eatsshootsandroots

As the PR & Partnerships Manager of the Breast Cancer Welfare Association, Sumitra Selvaraj passionately advocates for health literacy and equality in healthcare access.

@sareesandstories

After more than a decade of hosting shows on empowering young women and social activism, Kartini Ariffin is now the Co-Founder and Director of DBilique, a personality digital channel.

@tini_ariffin

As the Founder and Brand & Marketing Lead at Yellow Tree Malaysia, Alleena Abdullah brings strategic and actionable solutions to local and international brands across numerous industries.

@alleena_thebouncingfig

Rafidah Abdullah is a highly sought-after screenwriter, having written popular Malaysian movies such as *Gol & Gincu*, *Manisnya Cinta Di Cappadocia*, and more recently *Sa Balik Baju*.

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As an independent arts curator, Sharmin has been active in the visual arts scene for over 12 years, working collaboratively within the arts ecosystem on over 45 visual arts projects.

@p_sharmin