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Borneo Post
28-05-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
KPWKM's 2025 Kembara Kasih Roadshow reaches over 10,000 Sabahans across six districts
Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Dr Joachim Gunsalam (fourth right) performs the gimmick for the Kembara Kasih closing ceremony in Tawau last Saturday TAWAU (May 28): The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development's (KPWKM) 2025 Kembara Kasih roadshow wrapped up in Tawau on May 24 after covering nearly 400 kilometres and making stops across six districts in Sabah. The outreach programme, which began in Tuaran on May 16, successfully reached and benefitted over 10,000 residents. Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the initiative brought together 34 programmes and services that were delivered at various roadshow stops, offering direct assistance to communities in need. 'Kembara Kasih also included visits to 14 clients under the Social Welfare Department (JKM) and several families identified by the National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN) along the route,' she said. 'We hope these visits help ease their burdens, offer encouragement, and inspire them to move forward and rebuild their lives.' Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor, accompanied by Nancy (third left), flags off the KPWKM 2025 Kembara Kasih Convoy at Astaka Padang Tuaran on May 17. The roadshow was divided into two zones: Zone 1 covered Tuaran, Papar and Penampang from May 16 to 18; while Zone 2 involved Lahad Datu, Kunak, and Tawau from May 22 to 24. Nancy highlighted that Kembara Kasih 2025 focused on five core pillars, namely empowering family institutions; advancing women's professionalism; enhancing community capacity and potential; strengthening community well-being; and promoting growth in the care sector. As part of family empowerment efforts, LPPKN organised several programmes, including a parenting character development forum in Penampang; a men's well-being programme at the Marine Police Force headquarters in Lahad Datu; and the Kasih Remaja@Kafeteen programme at SMK Sri Nangka in Tuaran. To support women's professional development, the Zero Tolerance for Violence programme organised by the Department of Women's Development (JPW) was held at the Papar Community Hall and drew more than 700 participants. Chief Minister Datuk Seri Panglima Hajiji Noor (fourth right) and Nancy (third left) symbolically launch the KPWKM Kembara Kasih programme and the Mobile One-Stop Social Support Centre (PSSS) at Astaka Padang Tuaran on May 16. 'We are also collaborating with the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives to host sales events for women entrepreneurs, helping them expand their businesses and contribute to the local economy,' the minister added. Under the theme of enhancing community capacity, JKM conducted five initiatives, including the Intergenerational Mind Image programme and the launch of a new Senior Citizens Activity Centre (Pawe) in Benoni, Papar. Nancy said KPWKM remains committed to uplifting vulnerable communities through inclusive programmes that bridge urban-rural gaps and empower families and individuals at every level. Family and Community Development Kembara Kasih roadshow ministry of women
Barnama
26-05-2025
- Barnama
KPWKM Commended For Leading Advocacy Against Sexual Harassment
TAWAU, May 25 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) has been commended for its proactive efforts nationwide in raising awareness about sexual harassment. Sabah Deputy Chief Minister II, Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam, said sexual harassment can happen to anyone, regardless of gender, age, race or religion, and is often perpetrated by someone close to the victim. 'Many victims remain silent due to social pressure or simply because they don't know where to seek help. They should take advantage of the Sexual Harassment Redress Tribunal (TAGS) introduced by KPWKM. It provides a fast and low-cost alternative for addressing sexual harassment complaints. 'We all share the responsibility of creating a safe environment and supporting victims in seeking justice,' he said at the closing ceremony of the KPWKM Kembara Kasih 2025 programme and the handing over of the anti-sexual harassment notice last night. Also present was KPWKM Deputy Secretary-General (Operations), Farah Adura Hamidi. Joachim expressed concern over the rising trend of such cases in Malaysia, with 788 cases reported last year compared to 522 in 2023. As of March this year, 214 cases have already been recorded, five of them in Sabah. He praised the impact of the KPWKM Kembara Kasih 2025 programme, which covered six districts across Sabah, starting in Tuaran on May 16, then moving through Papar, Penampang, Lahad Datu, Kunak and ending in Tawau. He said the initiative brought meaningful benefits to key target groups in Sabah, particularly women, children, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities, through 34 programmes. 'Programmes like Ziarah Kasih, which deliver direct aid to clients of the Social Welfare Department and the National Population and Family Development Board, received strong support from the local community.
Borneo Post
25-05-2025
- General
- Borneo Post
KPWKM Kembara Kasih 2025 in Sabah benefits over 10,000 residents
Deputy Secretary-General (Operations) of the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development, Farah Adura Hamidi, helps a child colour a painting while visiting a nursery class upon arrival to officiate the handing over ceremony of the registered nursery plaque in conjunction with the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development's Kembara Kasih 2025 at Taska Superkids in Tawau yesterday.-Bernama photo TAWAU (May 25): The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development's (KPWKM) 2025 Kembara Kasih roadshow, which spanned nearly 400 kilometres across six districts in Sabah, kicked off in Tuaran on May 16 and concluded in Tawau yesterday, successfully reaching and benefiting over 10,000 residents. Its Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said the beneficiaries included those who attended and participated in 34 programmes held or accessed services provided at the various counters set up at the Kembara Kasih roadshow locations. 'Kembara Kasih also visited 14 clients of the Social Welfare Department (JKM) and the National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN) along the convoy route. We hope these visits will help ease their burdens, offer motivation, and encourage them to rebuild their lives and move forward,' she said in a statement. The 2025 Kembara Kasih roadshow toured Zone 1, including Tuaran, Papar, and Penampang, from May 16 to 18, before moving on to Zone 2, covering Lahad Datu, Kunak and Tawau, from May 22 to 24. Nancy said that the Kembara Kasih focuses on five key elements: empowering family institutions, promoting and enhancing women's professionalism, developing community capacity and potential, strengthening community well-being, and advancing the care sector. She said that under the family empowerment element, LPPKN carried out three programmes: forum on character for parents in Penampang; men's wellbeing programme at the Marine Police Force headquarters in Lahad Datu, and the KASIH Remaja @ Kafeteen at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Sri Nangka, Tuaran. As for promoting and enhancing women's professionalism, the Zero Tolerance for Violence programme was held at the Papar Community Hall, attracting over 700 participants. 'We are collaborating with the Ministry of Entrepreneur Development and Cooperatives to organise sales events for female entrepreneurs, providing them opportunities to expand their markets and boost the local economy,' she said. Additionally, five programmes under the community capacity and potential development element were implemented by JKM, including the Intergenerational Mind Image programme and the inauguration of the senior citizens activity centre (PAWE) in Benoni, Papar. Other programmes were the child protection advocacy at SMK Limbanak, Penampang and SK Kampung Selamat, Kunak; the 'My Special Got Talent' programme for persons with disabilities (PwDs) at Dewan Sri Perdana, Lahad Datu; and a plaque handover ceremony for registered nurseries at Taska Superkids, Tawau. In terms of strengthening community well-being, Nancy said that the Yayasan Kebajikan Negara (YKN) implemented four Jelajah Kasih Local Social Support Centres (PSSS) and successfully provided services to more than 3,000 clients. 'Interestingly, Kembara Kasih KPWKM 2025 also made history with the launch of Sabah's first mobile PSSS,' she said. Yesterday, Nancy, in her speech at the closing ceremony held here, expressed gratitude for the smooth running of the programme, attributing its success to the strong commitment and support from all parties, including the Sabah government. The text of her speech was read out by KPWKM deputy secretary-general (Operations) Farah Adura Hamidi. The KPWKM Kembara Kasih 2025 also received cooperation from the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) for the Rahmah MADANI Sales programme. – Bernama
The Sun
25-05-2025
- The Sun
KPWKM commended for leading advocacy against sexual harassment
TAWAU: The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) has been commended for its proactive efforts nationwide in raising awareness about sexual harassment. Sabah Deputy Chief Minister II, Datuk Seri Dr Joachim Gunsalam, said sexual harassment can happen to anyone, regardless of gender, age, race or religion, and is often perpetrated by someone close to the victim. 'Many victims remain silent due to social pressure or simply because they don't know where to seek help. They should take advantage of the Sexual Harassment Redress Tribunal (TAGS) introduced by KPWKM. It provides a fast and low-cost alternative for addressing sexual harassment complaints. 'We all share the responsibility of creating a safe environment and supporting victims in seeking justice,' he said at the closing ceremony of the KPWKM Kembara Kasih 2025 programme and the handing over of the anti-sexual harassment notice last night. Also present was KPWKM Deputy Secretary-General (Operations), Farah Adura Hamidi. Joachim expressed concern over the rising trend of such cases in Malaysia, with 788 cases reported last year compared to 522 in 2023. As of March this year, 214 cases have already been recorded, five of them in Sabah. He praised the impact of the KPWKM Kembara Kasih 2025 programme, which covered six districts across Sabah, starting in Tuaran on May 16, then moving through Papar, Penampang, Lahad Datu, Kunak and ending in Tawau. He said the initiative brought meaningful benefits to key target groups in Sabah, particularly women, children, senior citizens, and persons with disabilities, through 34 programmes. 'Programmes like Ziarah Kasih, which deliver direct aid to clients of the Social Welfare Department and the National Population and Family Development Board, received strong support from the local community. 'This reflects the government's continued commitment to the well-being of its people,' he added.
Borneo Post
18-05-2025
- Health
- Borneo Post
PSSS helps 2,000 in Sabah, expands mental health access in rural areas
Ewon (centre) speaks to Nordina at the mobile PSSS, as Chong looks on. KOTA KINABALU (May 19): Pusat Sokongan Sosial Setempat (PSSS) by the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) have proven vital in providing exposure and access to the importance of emotional support and mental health, including in rural areas, in conjunction with the 2025 Kembara Kasih roadshow. Yayasan Kebajikan Negara (YKN) chief executive officer Nordina Haron informed that throughout the state-level roadshow, the mobile PSSS have recorded 2,000 cases from local residents. Nordina said this proves the acceptance of the people for such initiatives, especially for those who may not have access to such services or are hesitant to speak out on sensitive issues. 'Many local residents took the opportunity to receive guidance and direct intervention from counsellors, involving various levels of society including school students, women, seniors and even men. 'This shows that awareness of the importance of mental health is increasing,' she said during the roadshow's PSSS 'Sa Dengar, Sa Tulung Bah' programme in Donggongon yesterday. Penampang Member of Parliament Datuk Ewon Benedick officiated the event. Among the services offered at the PSSS include holistic psychosocial support to the community by focusing on immediate relief through counselling sessions, guidance, intervention, art therapy, psycho-education, consultation and referral for welfare assistance to relevant departments or agencies. PSSS is operated by experienced, certified and registered counsellors with the Malaysian Counsellors Board. Throughout this Kembara Kasih KPWKM Sabah 2025 roadshow, YKN has provided two mobile PSSS to support the community in Sabah. Ewon (third left) and Nordina (third right) give the thumbs up at the mobile PSSS. At second left is Chong. 'Through the operation of this mobile PSSS, it can increase the reach of PSSS services, especially in rural areas with less social development so that the benefits can be provided holistically. 'Close collaboration with local agencies, community leaders, and volunteers also plays an important role in ensuring that PSSS services reach the target group,' said Nordina. The implementation of the PSSS is not limited to the Kembara Kasih 2025 programme alone, as YKN has implemented the roadshow in various locations including rural areas before. This initiative will be continued in stages. In addition to PSSS, YKN also provided aid through the Ziarah Kasih series throughout the programme. This assistance involves delivering cash assistance to individuals and families identified as eligible, as part of efforts to provide comprehensive support to the community in need. Also present was Penampang Municipal Council president Francis Chong. mental health Nordina Haron Pusat Sokongan Sosial Setempat
