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The Afterglow Programme
The Afterglow Programme is targeted at Malaysian families who have suffered the loss of a direct family member between 1 August 2025 and 31 July 2026. The passing of a loved one, particularly the main income earner of a household, can place significant emotional and financial strain on the family left behind.
The programme is designed to ease this burden by providing a one-off financial gift to selected families. We believe that meaningful support during a period of grief can help a family find stability, meet immediate needs, and begin to look towards the future with renewed hope.
01 What the Programme Offers
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A one-off lump sum of RM2,000.00 for each successful candidate.
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Subject to availability and the Firm’s internal requirements, successful candidates may be given priority consideration for paid internship opportunities with Clarissa Tan & Wong.
02 Eligibility Criteria
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The applicant must be a Malaysian citizen;
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The applicant must be a direct/immediate family member of the deceased;
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The deceased must have passed away between 1 August 2025 and 31 July 2026;
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Only one (1) application may be submitted per deceased family member / affected household; and
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The applicant must submit the application form together with all required documents before the closing date.
03 Priority Considerations
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The deceased was the family's primary income earner;
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The household falls within the B40 income group or has limited financial means;
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The household includes dependent children, elderly persons, or other vulnerable dependents; and/or
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The family is experiencing significant financial hardship as a direct consequence of the deceased's passing.
04 How to Apply
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Complete the Afterglow Programme Application Form (as attached).
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Prepare the supporting documents listed below.
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Email the completed form and supporting documents to: aid@ctwlaw.my
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Ensure the application is received on or before 15 September 2026.
05 Supporting Documents Checklist
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Copy of the applicant’s MyKad (front and back).
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Death certificate of the deceased family member.
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Proof of relationship between the applicant and the deceased (e.g., birth certificate, marriage certificate, or family/household record).
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Proof of household income (e.g., payslips, EA form, EPF statement, B40 status, BSH / STR records, statutory declaration, or other reliable documents).
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If the deceased was the main income earner: supporting proof of the deceased’s income prior to passing (e.g., payslip, EA form, or employment letter), where available.
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Optional (if available): brief reference/supporting letter from a community leader, employer or other relevant party.
06 Application Information and Notification
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More information, including the deadline for submission, may be found in the application form.
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Successful candidates will be notified by email using the email address provided in the application form and may also be featured on the Firm’s official social media platforms.