Our Fellow
Ronnie bin Bahari
Semai
Kampung Orang Asli Sungai Peria Sahom, Kampar, Perak
A photographer, cultural enthusiast, and pensol (traditional instrument) player, Ronnie is dedicated to reviving Orang Asli heritage. Frustrated by outsiders’ portrayals of his community as “primitive,” he picked up a camera to reclaim the narrative, using media to tell stories and inspire pride among younger generations. He founded Persatuan Kebudayaan dan Kesenian Orang Asal Peak (PKKOAP), and his work has been featured internationally, including at the Venice Biennale.