EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
KKIFF 2024 Asian Premiere of Unbroken Ties Inspires Global Support for Orphaned Children
Kota Kinabalu, Borneo, Malaysia – As part of the 15th anniversary celebration of the Kota Kinabalu International Film Festival (KKIFF) held on September 10, 2024, the Mary K. Yap Foundation, in collaboration with Mandalay Productions—our official movie production partner—proudly premiered the Asian screening of Unbroken Ties, a powerful charity film created to raise awareness and inspire action for the well-being of orphaned children. The screening served as a heartfelt platform to highlight how storytelling can serve as a force for social change, particularly in advancing support for vulnerable communities in Myanmar.
Just a 2-hour and 45-minute flight from Myanmar, Kota Kinabalu offered a fitting setting for this significant occasion. KKIFF Founder Jude Day warmly welcomed the Mary K. Yap Foundation’s Executive Director, Mr. Peter K. Yap, who also served as Executive Producer of Unbroken Ties, along with an inspiring group of guests and festival patrons. In attendance were representatives from Good Shepherd Services, the Kota Kinabalu Women’s Business and Entrepreneur Association, and the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church administration team, all of whom brought a shared passion for humanitarian efforts and regional collaboration. Their presence added great meaning to the event, underscoring the importance of unity, compassion, and cross-cultural dialogue. The evening served as a powerful reminder of how film and community can come together to spark change and foster lasting relationships across borders.
The festival served as a gateway for meaningful dialogue, as leaders and partners explored ways to collaborate with the Mary K. Yap Foundation to strengthen initiatives supporting orphaned children, particularly in Myanmar. From access to clean water and education to emotional and social development, the conversations focused on long-term solutions that foster empowerment and hope. The premiere of Unbroken Ties was not just a cinematic event—it was a powerful call to unity and compassion, rooted in purpose and shared vision.
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