Anyone up for some Racism?

I'm currently developing a script dealing with the issue of racism in Malaysia, which will later be translated into a short film that I will direct. As part of my research for this project, I have decided to request from as many people as possible for interesting insights, experiences or stories related to racial prejudice in our country.

What I am asking from you is that you email me your experiences and stories regarding any form of racism, whether it has happened to you, someone you know, or you just happened to be there when it happened. It could also be passing comments that you have overheard. Email me quickly so I can compile the information, and don't be shy to email me later on if more memories come rushing back to you.

If you are braver, please share your stories and experiences as comments of this posting. I hope this will open up an avenue for discussion. However, if you are less brave and would prefer to share your stories over the phone or face-to-face, email me at jamestcc@streamyx.com & arxetures@mac.com (in case one of them doesn't work) and we can arrange something.

For those of you not from Malaysia, please feel free to share your stories with us too. It may help us to see and understand other situations, contexts and cultures.

I shall not share with you the idea for the script yet until I develop it further and it is confirmed by the NGO, KOMAS, that recruited me to make this short movie. I shall keep you informed about the progress of this project.

Dig deep into your past, even to the days of junior school and senior school. You can also share other problems in Malaysia regarding politics or culture that you are aware of or affected by. Your response will be greatly appreciated. And a teh tarik or kopi O will not be out of the question as a gesture of gratitude.

If you want, you can forward this link to every single person you know. The more people involved in the project, the better!