Given her passion for Malay culture and the arts in Singapore, Mdm Som Mohamed Said has pioneered and led local artistic cultural groups, earning her countless awards and recognition.

She is the winner of the prestigious Berita Harian Achiever of the Year Award 2009.

Mdm Som received her award from Mr Mah Bow Tan, Minister for National Development, at the Shangri-La Hotel Singapore at a gala award dinner.

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Photos: Plush, Vincent Chan