In Malaysia, a growing crisis looms as countless women struggle with unpaid alimony and child support, despite having court orders in their favor. These women face not only their ex-spouses’ refusal to pay but also an uphill battle to secure the financial support legally owed to them and their children. The consequences extend far beyond […]
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The October 17 Citizenship Amendment Bill: A Step Forward or a Misstep?
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Oct
Oct
Introduction The proposed constitutional amendments to Malaysia’s citizenship laws initially emerged as a noble effort to address long-standing gender inequality, aiming to grant Malaysian women the right to confer citizenship on their overseas-born children—something already afforded to Malaysian fathers. However, when the proposed amendments were finally revealed late last year, they included several controversial and […]
Featured, Women and Children
Social Media Creates Opportunities of Child Sexual Abuse. How do We Stop It?
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Sep
Sep
In this age of technology, the internet has become a big part of our children’s lives, but with that comes a worrying rise in online child sexual abuse. More and more cases are being reported, particularly involving children between the ages of 5 and 12. Malaysia’s Deputy Minister of Communication, Teo Nie Ching, recently shared […]
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Aug
Aug
In the grand design of life, each of us is unique, purposeful, and perfectly ourselves. Embracing this truth is the first step on an incredible journey of self-discovery and growth – a journey I’m thrilled to share with you today. I’ve recently become a certified Human Design Reader, marking a milestone that represents the culmination […]
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Mar
Mar
On Thursday, March 21st, along with a delegation from Barisan Nasional (BN), I participated in a Sesi Libat Urus with the Home Ministry and the Unity Government Secretariat regarding the proposed constitutional amendments affecting citizenship rules, as part of the Government’s endeavors to engage stakeholders in this matter. Along with representatives from the other political […]
Featured, Women and Children
Beyond International Women’s Day: A Look at Malaysia’s Legal Milestones for Gender Equality
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Mar
Mar
Last week, I had the extraordinary privilege of speaking at the EmpowerHER Symposium on International Women’s Day. The symposium offered a beautifully nuanced exploration of women’s empowerment. There was a diverse range of speakers, each bringing their unique expertise and perspective to the table. This multifaceted approach to empowerment resonated deeply with me, and It […]
22
Nov
Nov
From the moment I learned that I’m expecting again, my heart was thrown into a world of complex emotions. There’s a deep, resonant hope within me for a smooth, healthy, and complete pregnancy journey this time around. Yet, this hope is delicately intertwined with threads of apprehension and memories of my first pregnancy—a journey that […]
15
Mar
Mar
Access to quality pre-school childcare can play an important role in a child’s development. Quality childcare can provide children with opportunities to learn, develop social skills and build self-esteem. It can also support parents in their parenting role and help build a strong parent-child relationship. Motherhood begins with much hope and anticipation, but for many […]
08
Mar
Mar
As a woman, I find myself increasingly frustrated by the polarisation and victimhood that seems to be pervasive in our society today. While I appreciate the intentions behind movements like “Lean In” and “Me Too”, I cannot fully get behind them. It is not that I do not believe in the importance of empowering women […]
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Dec
Dec
Childbirth is one of the most psychologically and physically demanding human experiences, and the postpartum period is often associated with reduced vitality, increased vulnerability, anxiety, depression and trauma. Caring for a newborn is no walk in the park either. As a mother of two adorable twin boys, I cannot imagine giving up the opportunity to […]