PETALING JAYA: Nine-year-old Ayra Medina Fizrullah’s dream of turning into a “mermaid princess” is about to be fulfilled, thanks to Make-A-Wish Malaysia, a non-profit organisation devoted to fulfilling the desires of critically in poor health youngsters aged between three and 18.
She suffers from stage 4 Neuroblastoma, which is a uncommon most cancers that develops in nerve tissue and often impacts youngsters underneath 5 years previous.
Partnering with Sunway Malls and Theme Parks, the organisation invitations all Malaysians to be a part of the occasion, “Pearl of Hope: A Royal Celebration”, at Sunway Lagoon.
The occasion is made much more particular as Ayra Medina’s wish will be the 1,000th because it first began working intently with chosen hospitals in 2010 to make needs come true.
It will be held on May 19, from 9.30am to 12pm, and can culminate with a “mermaid coronation” for Ayra Medina.
Make-A-Wish Malaysia CEO Irene Tan stated the occasion will characteristic actions impressed by Ayra Medina’s dream.
Those with Neuroblastoma endure signs akin to fatigue and decreased urge for food. They might also develop a lump within the chest, neck or stomach.
Treatment consists of chemotherapy, surgical procedure and radiation, whereas the outlook varies relying on the stage of the illness, the kid’s age and danger class.
“The imaginative and prescient of the organisation has at all times been to deliver renewed hope, power and encouragement to each baby and household via fulfilling their needs.
“The needs we grant wouldn’t be attainable with out the assist of our donors, companions and group. We are immensely grateful to Sunway Malls and Theme Parks for fulfilling Ayra Medina’s wish.
“We additionally ask all Malaysians to come and expertise first-hand the identical pleasure, hope and power that she and her household could discover via the occasion.”
On the partnership with the organisation, Sunway Malls and Theme Parks CEO H.C. Chan stated it’s dedicated to making a memorable expertise for Ayra Medina and her household.
“We are completely satisfied to accomplice with the organisation in fulfilling her wish, which we’re certain will deliver renewed hope, power and encouragement.
“We are honoured to be a part of the occasion and we glance ahead to offering Ayra Medina and all attendees with unforgettable recollections.”
He stated the general public will get to expertise a collection of underwater-themed actions and witness the “coronation” of Ayra Medina.
Those thinking about becoming a member of the occasion could obtain the Make-A-Wish MY app on Apple Store and Google Play.
They may additionally subscribe to its e-newsletter to obtain an invite. Tickets will be restricted to one grownup and one baby, aged 18 and beneath per app person, whereas shares final.
To keep up to date concerning the organisation or the occasion, one may additionally use its app or go to https://makeawish.org.my/.
The organisation can also be on Facebook and Instagram, each named Make-A-Wish Malaysia, during which it shares the most recent updates on its works.
Make-A-Wish Malaysia is a part of a worldwide motion that began again in 1980 in Arizona, US, when seven-year-old Chris Greicius, who was battling Leukaemia, wished to turn out to be a police officer.
His wish impressed the worldwide motion that has since remodeled hundreds of thousands of lives. Since then, the organisation has granted over 500,000 needs worldwide whereas serving critically in poor health youngsters in almost 50 international locations throughout 5 continents, together with Malaysia.
