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On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Alice Evans, Senior Lecturer in the Social Science of Development at King's College London, and is currently writing a book titled ‘The Great Gender Divergence’ which aims to explain why some societies have become more gender equal than others. Dr Evans was a speaker at Khazanah Megatrends Forum 2024 on the topic of boosting the Malaysian workforce.

More people are choosing not to have children, sparking big debates and changing how we view family and society.

Caregiving and household burdens cited as main barriers, anxiety and depression prevalent.

In the most recent World Economic Forum's Gender Gap Index, Malaysia dropped 12 places—now ranking 114th out of 146 countries. Most concerning is our standing at 134th place for gender equality in political empowerment, placing us just 12 spots from the very bottom.What initiatives and policies can pave the way for greater female political representation in Malaysia? On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to YB Teo Nie Ching, Deputy Minister of Communications and DAP Wanita Chief about the HerLead programme and its mission to elevate women's roles in politics.

Mental health, unbalanced domestic responsibilities and non-inclusive behaviours are current red flags.

What underlying factors contribute to the underrepresentation of women in cardiology, and how does gender influence the diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes of cardiovascular conditions? On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to consultant cardiologist Dr Norazlina Mohd Yusof, clinical lead for cardiology services at Prince Court Medical Centre.

To commemorate #InternationalWomensDay 2024, this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale aims to shine a spotlight on a pressing issue at the intersection of gender equality and healthcare: the gender pain gap. Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Hannah Nazri, Director and Founder of the collective, Malaysian Doctors for Women & Children. She is a National Institute for Health and Care Research Academic Clinical Fellow in Obstetrics & Gynaecology at the University of Warwick, and has completed her PhD in endometriosis research at the Oxford University. She is also a member of the Board of Advisors for the Asia Network to End FGM/C.

We are at a critical juncture in history, and investing in our women is more urgent than ever.

Based on the Malaysia Gender Gap Index score for 2022, Malaysia is ranked 93rd out of 146 countries globally.

Decades since Global 16 Days Campaign began, violence against women remains rife - a significant barrier to achieving true gender equality.

On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Yuki Aizawa, Women in Tech®️ Global Movement, APAC Director and Country Director of the Malaysia Chapter, about supporting women in STEAM fields from the classroom to the boardroom.

On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris speaks to Datuk Ami Moris, Chair of 30% Club Malaysia and Advisor of Business & Sustainability for MAYBANK, and Dr Sumitra Nair, Senior Director & Head of Sustainability at Telekom Malaysia.

Unsanitary toilets were one of the biggest problems at the event, gender equality minister Kim Hyun-sook said.

Male-dominated political leadership in Malaysia hinders women from taking the forefront in politics.

On this episode of #TheFutureIsFemale Melisa Idris explores how gender roles, stereotypes, and societal expectations shape the prospects of women in political parties, and the urgent need for change. She speaks to Dr Ummu Atiyah Ahmad Zakuan, Associate Professor at UUM and advocate for gender equality, about strategies to create a more inclusive and equal political landscape.

An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.

The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.

The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).

Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.

The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.

Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.

Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.

Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.

Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.

PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.