What’s in an Iban name and its rich culture 13 Jul 2021 / 11:44 H. An Iban dance troupe perform the ngajat. The traditional musical instrument, tawak, can be seen playing in the back. Inset: Vernita Racha Anak Nicholas
PETALING JAYA: INTI International College Subang student Vernita Racha Anak Nicholas, who is of Iban ethnicity, shares her experiences as an indigenous person and the uniqueness of her ethnicity, culture and tradition in conjunction with the International Day of the World’s Indigenous People.
What’s in my name?
When asked about the meaning behind her name, Vernita shared that there are deep cultural influences and significance to the name she carries, along with how it was formed.