Welcome to Tocang Links!

At Tocang Links, we believe that weaving together different perspectives and expertise creates something strong and beautiful, like a braid.

Our name reflects this: “Thau Chang” (頭鬃), meaning “braids” in the Hokkien dialect in Malaysia symbolises how growth comes from nurturing connections and the cross-pollination of ideas. It also honours the Malay word “tukang” (craftsperson), which reflects our thoughtful, hands-on approach to cultivating relationships and driving collaboration across disciplines.

We encourage open and respectful conversations, creating a space where everyone feels comfortable sharing their unique insights. This approach helps us develop practical, real-world solutions that benefit both people and the planet.

Our Team

Nadiah Rosli – Founder and Managing Director

Nadiah’s journey as a freelancer has been anything but linear, and she wholly embraces the adventures that come with it. It’s a path that has allowed her to weave together her experience as a journalist, communications specialist, and project manager, all fueled by a genuine love for interdisciplinary work. Drawing on her background with organisations like the World Wide Fund for Nature and Earthworm Foundation, she approaches each project with intention and care. This deliberate rhythm helps her develop a richer understanding and build connections across fields, all while pursuing genuinely meaningful work.

Her contributions have been recognised with several honours, including a Chevening Scholarship to pursue a Master of Letters (MLitt) in Environment, Culture, and Communication at the University of Glasgow. Her work, which explores the intersection of science, culture, and nature, has also earned her fellowships from the World Conference of Science Journalists, the Ettore Majorana Foundation, and the MIT Media Lab Open Ocean Initiative. Her journalistic pieces have been published in outlets including VICE, Public Radio International, and New Naratif. She also actively designs and leads science-arts collaborations, such as serving as a scriptwriter for the puppet show “ASLI – Resonance in Our Roots,” which explored environmental themes through Malaysian Indigenous folktales.

As a Project Director at Internews (2020–2022), she managed an initiative that strengthened the capacity of Malaysian media to promote good governance. This project provided high-quality training to amplify the voices of underrepresented groups, including women, minorities, and Indigenous peoples. In her current role as a consultant, Nadiah provides program management and strategic communications for environmental and social organisations. Her diverse portfolio includes work with OceanX, Earth Journalism Network, and ThinkCity. As the Capacity Development Program Manager with Ocean Discovery League, she gets to geek out on all things deep sea by designing initiatives to enhance diversity and representation in ocean exploration.

She’s currently writing her first movie screenplay, enjoys Muay Thai, diving, and is learning to be a beekeeper (wish her sweet success!).