THE ORCHID GARDEN
A special space for tributes to the most important women in our lives.
Mothers, grandmothers, nannies, teachers, friends – whoever they are, these are the women who inspire and guide us.
Also listed in The Orchid Garden are the women who have been honoured by organisations and publications in annual awards.
Salbiah Wir
Recipient of the Jamiyah Exemplary Mother Award in 2000
She led the way with her never ending will to succeed and her ability to triumph in the face of hardship. She managed to raise her children well despite being widowed and being the sole breadwinner.
She even had problems in finding shelter for her and her children, as the hut that they lived in was demolished and was rebuilt several times over.
A strong lady, Mdm Salbiah toiled day and night, sewing clothes and making kueh to supplement the family’s income.
Official website
Salbiah Wir
Recipient of the Jamiyah Exemplary Mother Award in 2000
She led the way with her never ending will to succeed and her ability to triumph in the face of hardship. She managed to raise her children well despite being widowed and being the sole breadwinner.
She even had problems in finding shelter for her and her children, as the hut that they lived in was demolished and was rebuilt several times over.
A strong lady, Mdm Salbiah toiled day and night, sewing clothes and making kueh to supplement the family’s income.
Official website
Profile last updated: 13th January 2018