<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Australia: Power of One]]></title><description><![CDATA[Primary]]></description><link>https://zeejaquezbrewer.wixsite.com/site/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 13:48:10 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.zeewilliamson.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Malayia Service Learning Journey]]></title><description><![CDATA[We ended our Malaysia journey with a group Thai cooking class, and everything came full circle. It gave us a chance to reflect on the beginning of our journey.... We began our study abroad experience in Malaysia immersed immediately in the world of psychology, grounding the trip in both professional insight and cultural context. Our first site visit took place in Kuala Lumpur at People’s Psychological Solutions, where we entered as a cohort and were welcomed by two clinical practitioners who...]]></description><link>https://www.zeewilliamson.com/post/malayia-service-learning-journey</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6942225d6e99824bc104892c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 05:10:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e4ca8_7ee59706c44f45228ac82308b28b9c82~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Zee Williamson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Upcoming Service Learning in Malaysia]]></title><description><![CDATA[This trip to Malaysia is my second experience with the Power of One program. My first was in Australia in 2023, where we worked closely with Aboriginal community organizations. The work felt meaningful in a grounded and human way. Preparing meals in a food kitchen, meeting with local leaders, and listening to stories from those who shaped the programs reminded me how service becomes powerful when it is relational rather than performative. Those experiences offered a glimpse into communities...]]></description><link>https://www.zeewilliamson.com/post/upcoming-service-learning-in-malaysia</link><guid isPermaLink="false">692d07aa495848230dc4264f</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 03:16:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e4ca8_7ee59706c44f45228ac82308b28b9c82~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_960,h_720,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Z. Brady Brewer-Williamson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Malaysian traditional food, healing, and culture]]></title><description><![CDATA[In Malaysia, healing is more than medical treatment:.it’s an expression of faith, balance, and connection to nature. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Malay urut  massage, and Ayurvedic influences have long been part of the country’s cultural landscape, blending physical and spiritual well-being. What many in the West call “alternative medicine” here is simply medicine : a living system of knowledge passed down for generations. Calling it “alternative” can unintentionally diminish its deep...]]></description><link>https://www.zeewilliamson.com/post/malaysian-traditional-food-healing-and-culture</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6927b353d6cfa96de9ea327f</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 02:21:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e4ca8_214307f78d43482fa0e163915b62ba8f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_585,h_330,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Z. Brady Brewer-Williamson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Malaysia’s Wildlife Tourism &#38; Conservation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Malaysia is home to some of the world’s most extraordinary and endangered species, from the slow-moving and soulful orangutan to the elusive Malayan tiger, the gentle Irrawaddy dolphin, and the uniquely charismatic Bornean pygmy elephant. These animals carry profound ecological and cultural meaning, grounding Malaysia’s identity in the lush rainforests, winding rivers, and coastal landscapes that have shaped communities for centuries. It is no surprise that wildlife tourism is a major draw...]]></description><link>https://www.zeewilliamson.com/post/malaysia-s-wildlife-tourism-conservation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6924db54ef44871004dd4828</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 22:32:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e4ca8_bda9633db2bb4aeda949d3f7cf35b953~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_765,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Z. Brady Brewer-Williamson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Malaysia’s Global Push in Healthcare Tourism]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tourism has long been one of Malaysia’s most successful national ventures, driving economic growth through its beaches, rainforests, and cultural festivals. In recent years, however, Malaysia has taken this success a step further by investing in a new kind of tourism: healthcare travel. With government-backed initiatives such as the Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council (MHTC) and the upcoming “Malaysia Year of Medical Tourism 2026,” the country is positioning itself as a regional leader where...]]></description><link>https://www.zeewilliamson.com/post/malaysia-s-global-push-in-healthcare-tourism</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691b5204b8e90ba7de357a33</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 16:53:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e4ca8_e295c8b1ad7f406db0182c6e55cdb1ba~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_795,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Z. Brady Brewer-Williamson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Education in Malaysia: Primary Schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[Education in Malaysia reflects the nation’s larger goal of unity through diversity. Primary schooling, which is compulsory for children aged six to twelve, achieves nearly 99 percent enrollment, with about 89 percent of teachers professionally trained (World Bank, 2023). These numbers demonstrate Malaysia’s success in ensuring access to and quality instruction, although rural and Indigenous regions still face gaps in resources and learning outcomes. As an educator, I find Malaysia’s system...]]></description><link>https://www.zeewilliamson.com/post/education-in-malaysia-primary-schools</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6917dff51f276a0fa61e655a</guid><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 02:15:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e4ca8_9f5c193de34b4bff92d51e6a5391dde2~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_800,h_470,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Z. Brady Brewer-Williamson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Diversity &#38; Religious Tolerance in Malaysia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Globalization has introduced new religious ideas and increased interfaith interactions in Malaysia, while simultaneously motivating efforts to preserve traditional beliefs and cultural practices. This dual movement fosters a dynamic religious landscape: at one moment differences stand out, and in another moment shared values bring communities together. As an educator working in a diverse classroom, I’ve found that Malaysia’s approach to religious tolerance offers both inspiration and...]]></description><link>https://www.zeewilliamson.com/post/diversity-religious-tolerance-in-malaysia</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69116c5bd588c50c0e5f4350</guid><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 04:46:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e4ca8_7010e488eaee496d8e2e39f6d94ed659~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Z. Brady Brewer-Williamson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trauma-Informed Teaching in Malaysia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who: As a special education teacher and researcher, my focus is on trauma-informed instruction: an approach that recognizes how emotional and psychological well-being influence learning. In Malaysia, similar principles are emerging through educational reforms that emphasize social-emotional learning and student mental health (Hanafi et al., 2021). These developments reflect a broader understanding that well-being and academic success are inseparable. Where: Urban universities and...]]></description><link>https://www.zeewilliamson.com/post/trauma-informed-teaching-in-malaysia</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690e211124135d43df4d2782</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:44:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e4ca8_cdc94403cfab4c70b3c6d51a17861214~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Z. Brady Brewer-Williamson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Festivals in Malaysia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hari Raya Aidilfitri marks the end of Ramadan, a sacred month of fasting and reflection for Muslims. Families gather for festive meals, visit relatives, and seek forgiveness from one another. Homes are decorated with lights and ketupat (woven rice cakes), symbolizing renewal and gratitude. Chinese New Year celebrates new beginnings and the arrival of spring, following the lunar calendar. Families clean their homes to sweep away bad luck and welcome prosperity. The celebration includes lion...]]></description><link>https://www.zeewilliamson.com/post/festivals-in-malaysia</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690d683bcfbfd61d9a1f1640</guid><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 03:41:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e4ca8_43ec931347604eb881b48e040595ef09~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Z. Brady Brewer-Williamson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cultural Competence Through Study Abroad in Malaysia]]></title><description><![CDATA[As I prepare for my study abroad course, excitement courses through me. This opportunity comes at a busy time, juggling teaching, dissertation work, and professional obligations. Yet, I'm choosing to embrace the unknown with open arms. Experiencing Malaysia’s educational and cultural landscape firsthand is a powerful reminder that learning happens outside the classroom and through diverse experiences. Cultural competence is about more than just understanding others; it involves a willingness...]]></description><link>https://www.zeewilliamson.com/post/embracing-cultural-competence-through-study-abroad-in-malaysia</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68feb35be3b0149559cfa8d2</guid><pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2025 23:49:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e4ca8_35d98ca589e345c38596dea0a20e2b0e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Z. Brady Brewer-Williamson</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Australia Study Abroad 2023: Power of One]]></title><description><![CDATA[When beginning the course, The Power of One, I didn’t know what quite to expect. First, the format was completely different, and then there was an added social component. I was nervous about the disruption to my routines, among other preexisting issues. Needless to say, any concerns were assuaged as the weeks went on throughout the course, and I had the opportunity to meet and work with some of the finest colleagues I have worked with. The course began with group discussions that involved...]]></description><link>https://www.zeewilliamson.com/post/australia-study-abroad-2023-power-of-one</link><guid isPermaLink="false">658c7693c9c149a3a88e4713</guid><pubDate>Thu, 28 Dec 2023 01:35:44 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5e4ca8_83b6afeca6b7424fa8d5c1d3883b33f8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_679,h_606,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Z. Brady Brewer-Williamson</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>