Ashawani Chinathamby

Senior Officer

In March 2012, Asha joined PGC as an Admin & Accounts Assistant. Over the years, she advanced to her current role as the Senior Officer, overseeing the Marketing & Communication Division. Asha’s responsibilities include working with the team in ensuring timely and budget-compliant project delivery, all while maintaining high standards of efficiency and effectiveness.

Born and raised on Penang Island, Asha completed her secondary education at SMK Bukit Jambul. She then pursued higher education at the University of Greenwich, UK, where she earned a BA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance. Additionally, she holds an Advanced Certificate in Malaysian Sign Language from YMCA, Penang.

Her passions lie in environmental education and sign language. She is dedicated to promoting sustainability and increasing awareness about environmental issues. Equally, she is committed to advocating for and supporting the deaf and hard-of-hearing community through her knowledge and use of sign language. As Asha often quotes, “The environment is where we all meet; where all have a mutual interest; it is the one thing all of us share” – Lady Bird Johnson. Her commitment to this shared space drives her efforts in both environmental education and community advocacy.