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It's About YOUth: Understanding the world of social workers

It's About YOUth: Understanding the world of social workers

Saskia Blume from UNICEF and Malaysian Association of Social Workers' Divaghar Voothayakumar discuss the often-overlooked world of social workers, their critical roles, and the pressing need for legal recognition of social work in Malaysia.
Fri Sep 08 2023
Prof Dr Azlinda Azman appointed new Higher Education DG

Prof Dr Azlinda Azman appointed new Higher Education DG

KPT said Prof Dr Azlinda Azman is a respected academic and researcher in the field of social work at the national and international levels.
Wed May 31 2023
Nancy to focus on formulation of two new acts

Nancy to focus on formulation of two new acts

KPWKM will focus on, among others, the formulation of the Elderly Persons Act and the Social Work Profession Act, said its new minister Nancy Shukri.
Mon Dec 05 2022
Social Work Profession Bill expected to be tabled in Parliament this year

Social Work Profession Bill expected to be tabled in Parliament this year

The Social Work Profession (PKS) Bill is expected to be tabled in Parliament this year, said Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Rina Mohd Harun.
Fri May 13 2022
Social work profession bill in final stage of drafting - Rina

Social work profession bill in final stage of drafting - Rina

Those in the social work profession would be required to register and issued with certificate by the Social Work Profession Council.
Wed Mar 17 2021
Robin Vogelaar: Serving Dutch Pancakes Laced With A Social Message

Robin Vogelaar: Serving Dutch Pancakes Laced With A Social Message

Dutchman Robin Vogelaar dispenses social work consultancy while serving pancake parties worldwide. The former Boston Consulting Group consultant tells why he traded his suit and tie for life of travel
Mon Jan 14 2019
Proposed Social Workers Profession Bill to be tabled in cabinet

Proposed Social Workers Profession Bill to be tabled in cabinet

The bill, which was in the midst of a final review, is crucial as the country prepares to face old age status by 2030 when the population, aged 60 and above, reaches 15% out of the total population.
Sun Oct 01 2017
Datuk Munirah Hamid, feeding a soul at a time

Datuk Munirah Hamid, feeding a soul at a time

A mother, a grandmother and an active social worker, Datuk Munirah Abdul Hamid is actively involved in the cause she believes in.
Wed May 31 2017
RM70 million provision for SIP 2018 - PM Najib

RM70 million provision for SIP 2018 - PM Najib

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak today announced that the government agreed with a provision of RM70 million to Socso for the payment of financial benefits relating to SIP for next year.
Mon May 01 2017
Social Workers Bill being drafted to enhance social work delivery, profession - Chew

Social Workers Bill being drafted to enhance social work delivery, profession - Chew

The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry is in the process of drafting the Social Workers Bill.
Thu Dec 03 2015
City Hall's one-stop-centres for homeless not just a 'free food' pit stop

City Hall's one-stop-centres for homeless not just a 'free food' pit stop

The centres also provide an opportunity for social workers to reach out to the homeless and try to find out the root cause of their situation.
Sun Oct 18 2015
Shoot your video and intern with Astro Awani

Shoot your video and intern with Astro Awani

Under the British Council's 'Journalism for Social Good' competition, you may stand a chance to win a three-months internship with Astro AWANI.
Thu Feb 27 2014
Child found chained to porch with dead chicken

Child found chained to porch with dead chicken

A North Carolina social worker has been arrested after her foster child was found chained to the porch of her home with a dead chicken around his neck.
Sun Nov 17 2013
The battle to reduce road deaths

The battle to reduce road deaths

In Malaysia, over half a million road accidents have been recorded so far this year.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel

The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?

Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth

Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily

Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM

The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024