SOLS ASLI Women Academy (SAWA)
Study here. Teach in your own village.
Your community needs you.
SOLS ASLI Women Academy (SAWA) is a fully sponsored 12-month programme that trains Orang Asli and Orang Asal (Indigenous) women to become educators in their own communities. 2026 intake now open. Limited places available.
- Training
- Scholarship
- Guaranteed Job
SAWA Subjects
- English Language
- Digital Skills
- Teaching Skills
- Administration Skills
- Community Engagement
- Professional Communication
- Employability Skills
- Entrepreneurship (apprenticeship phase)
SAWA Programme Plan
013 months
Theory Classes
Teaching skills, communication, digital, administration
RM100–300
Monthly allowance*
023 months
Practical Training
Teaching small groups + classroom theory
RM400
Monthly allowance
036 months
Apprenticeship & Mentorship
Work-based learning, leadership, entrepreneurship
RM800
Monthly allowance
04From Month 13
Job Placement
Placed as an educator in your own village
From RM1,700
Salary + EPF + SOCSO
*RM100/month for participants without children; RM300/month for mothers.
Home visit allowance (claimable amount)
Peninsular MalaysiaRM200/monthSabah / SarawakRM600 every 3 months
SAWA Participant Criteria
- Orang Asli or Orang Asal (Indigenous) woman, aged 21–40
- Able to read, write, and count
- Able to live in Kuala Lumpur for 12 months (home visits allowed)
- Committed to working as an educator in your own community after graduating
- Mothers are encouraged to apply (note: SAWA does not provide childcare. Childcare arrangements must be made independently during the programme)
- Must pass a selection interview
SAWA In The Media
Your village is waiting for a leader like you.
100% Sponsored Programme
Guaranteed Job Placement
Accommodation & Meals Covered
