stereotypes

Where do our perceptions of refugees come from, and are they based in truth? How do these stereotypes influence refugee-related policies in Malaysia, and what steps can be taken to address negative stereotypes both in public discourse and at the policy level? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Melati Nungsari, Associate Professor of Economics at the Asia School of Business and Faculty Director at the ASEAN Research Center, and Rachel Decruz Senior Research Associate at the ASEAN Research Center, about their research on understanding refugee stereotypes. #WorldRefugeeDay

Young women are bombarded with Instagram images that can define beauty and how they see themselves.

There are many unspoken stereotypes that make it harder for women to succeed in the workplace. Azielia Anne and Malisse Tan shine a spotlight on the unique challenges women face in their careers and discuss breaking down gender biases.

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.

Joy Ride features an all-Asian main cast that introduce multi-faceted characters who reach beyond racial or gender stereotypes.

Women around the globe battle falsehoods that reinforce stereotypes that they are unintelligent or inefficient.

Change is slowly but surely underway in the fashion and beauty industries, driven by icons who help push the boundaries.

Despite some progress in the fashion industry, gender stereotypes are still alive and kicking.

Monkeypox may soon have a new name after scientists called for a change to dispel stereotypes of Africa being seen as a crucible of disease.

Hooi Ling is already smashing stereotypes in tech but she's also trying to blaze a trail for the next generation of female entrepreneurs.

Paradoxically, the idea that males are inherently more brilliant was most entrenched in countries that are more egalitarian.

Styles has been cultivating an androgynous look, a style that he has fun with at red-carpet noutings, gala social events, and concerts.

Women are no longer the only ones spending hours rummaging around in their handbags to find their lipstick, their phone or their keys.

Hdidou is challenging social norms and busting stereotypes from behind the wheel as the only female taxi driver in Rabbat.

Author reveals more about how we eat, bringing a new perspective to our eating habits.

The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.

This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.

Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.

Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.

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

KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.

Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.

The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.

The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.