KDCA Youth Council decries bias against Kadazan man
Published on: Mon, Jun 16, 2025 Text Size: Steve urged the agency and staff involved to take full responsibility and undergo cultural sensitivity and national awareness training, especially those working directly with the public. Kota Kinabalu: The Kadazandusun Cultural Association (KDCA) Youth Council has expressed concern over a recent incident in Bukit Puchong where a Kadazan individual from Sabah was allegedly denied a rental unit on the grounds that it was 'only for locals.' Its Chairman Steve Johnny Mositun said the remark by a real estate staff member appeared to question the person's nationality based on ethnic identity, accent or name, reflecting a lack of understanding about Malaysia's multicultural society.
Advertisement 'This kind of statement not only hurts feelings but also causes unease among Malaysians from Sabah and Sarawak, who are often misunderstood or sidelined,' he said in a statement on Friday. He emphasised that Kadazans and other ethnic groups from Sabah are Malaysian citizens with equal rights and should not be treated otherwise. Steve urged the agency and staff involved to take full responsibility and undergo cultural sensitivity and national awareness training, especially those working directly with the public. He said the KDCA Youth Council remains committed to strengthening cultural understanding and promoting unity through dialogue and inter-regional cooperation. 'This incident should be a lesson and a reminder that Malaysia belongs to all of us. Every citizen deserves to be treated with dignity and respect,' he said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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