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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.
The Sun
20-05-2025
- The Sun
Continuous counselling for families of FRU truck crash victims
IPOH: The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) will continue to offer emotional support to the families of nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel who died in a tragic crash on Jalan Chikus-Sungai Lampam in Teluk Intan on May 13. Deputy Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad said the ministry, through the Social Welfare Department (JKM), is ready to provide counselling assistance to the victims' families at any time. She added that initial counselling has already been offered to all next of kin, in collaboration with relevant ministries and agencies. 'JKM has been on the ground from the beginning, providing counselling support to the families affected by the tragedy that claimed nine lives. Initial financial assistance has also been provided. 'So far, feedback from counselling sessions with the bereaved families shows positive progress,' she told reporters after visiting the home of a victim from FRU Unit 5, Sungai Senam, here today. Also present were Perak State Assembly deputy speaker Jenny Choi Tsi Jen and Ipoh Timur Member of Parliament, Howard Lee Chuan How. Noraini said the ministry is also prepared to provide any assistance needed by the families affected by the tragic accident. 'We have not forgotten the families of injured personnel and those still being treated in the hospital. Counsellors have been deployed to conduct visits, and these efforts will continue as long as there is a need for counselling,' she said. Earlier, Noraini, through the Yayasan Kebajikan Negara (YKN), contributed RM1,000 in aid under the Special Assistance Scheme for Victims' Families (PEKA YKN) to the families of the accident victims. Apart from the nine fatalities, the 8.50 am crash on May 13, between an FRU truck and a lorry loaded with gravel stones, also left five team members seriously injured and four others with minor injuries. The truck was carrying 18 FRU personnel, including the driver, and was on its way back to Ipoh after completing an assignment at Menara Condong, Teluk Intan.
Barnama
20-05-2025
- Barnama
Continuous Counselling For Families Of FRU Truck Crash Victims
IPOH, May 20 (Bernama) -- The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) will continue to offer emotional support to the families of nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel who died in a tragic crash on Jalan Chikus-Sungai Lampam in Teluk Intan on May 13. Deputy Minister Datuk Seri Dr Noraini Ahmad said the ministry, through the Social Welfare Department (JKM), is ready to provide counselling assistance to the victims' families at any time. She added that initial counselling has already been offered to all next of kin, in collaboration with relevant ministries and agencies. 'JKM has been on the ground from the beginning, providing counselling support to the families affected by the tragedy that claimed nine lives. Initial financial assistance has also been provided. 'So far, feedback from counselling sessions with the bereaved families shows positive progress,' she told reporters after visiting the home of a victim from FRU Unit 5, Sungai Senam, here today. Also present were Perak State Assembly deputy speaker Jenny Choi Tsi Jen and Ipoh Timur Member of Parliament, Howard Lee Chuan How. Noraini said the ministry is also prepared to provide any assistance needed by the families affected by the tragic accident. 'We have not forgotten the families of injured personnel and those still being treated in the hospital. Counsellors have been deployed to conduct visits, and these efforts will continue as long as there is a need for counselling,' she said. Earlier, Noraini, through the Yayasan Kebajikan Negara (YKN), contributed RM1,000 in aid under the Special Assistance Scheme for Victims' Families (PEKA YKN) to the families of the accident victims.
