Anti-stalking law: Strengthen protection for survivors
Certain areas within the legislation need to be further strengthened, specifically provisions related to survivor protection.
Fri Aug 25 2023
Budget allocation for women shows gov't efforts to address inequalities
Sumitra said the budget also touched on gender-related issues including violence against women, employment, health, and social protection.
Sat Oct 30 2021
Addressing period poverty crucial in meeting the socio-economic needs of marginalised girls and women
Period poverty not only exists in wealthy nations like the UK and US, but it also happens in developing countries like Malaysia.
Tue Oct 12 2021
Government urged to increase availability of shelters for domestic violence survivors
WAO says ensuring access to protection and shelter is critical given the current spike in domestic violence.
Mon May 04 2020
TINA, the first SMS helpline for domestic abuse survivors
An acronym for 'Think I Need Aid', TINA is part of Women's Aid Organisation's national public education campaign, and the first of its kind in Malaysia.
Fri May 23 2014
Letter: Domestic Violence Act already protects men
Men who may become victims of domestic violence are already accorded protection under the existing Domestic Violence Act, says WAO.
Tue Aug 06 2013
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024