In the post-pandemic age, women are working harder and sacrificing more for themselves and their families. However, they are facing persistent issues such as gender inequality and violation of rights.
To overcome this hurdle, customised policies must be promptly implemented to ensure women are able to live with dignity and champion the welfare of women’s development. In the context of nation building, safeguarding women’s welfare will lead to the progress and development of the country.
Gender Inclusivity
To overcome the practice of gender inequality that has caused various issues for women today, every Bill presented in Parliament will be guaranteed to possess gender inclusivity elements that are more impactful.
Data Collection System
Creating a data collection system across the Ministry and Agencies to facilitate data integration for information related to women and children.
Childcare Subsidies
The current living situation for Malaysians is undoubtedly challenging and many women are making great sacrifices by working to acquire income for their families while also being tasked with raising young children. In response, childcare subsidies will be given to working women from the B40 and M40 categories.
Citizenship Guarantee
Amending Article 14(1)(b) in the Constitution to allow Malaysian mothers giving birth overseas to confer citizenship to their children, in parity with fathers possessing the same right. This will help women manage their own needs and their family’s needs in the future.
Solving Period Poverty
Provision of free sanitary pads and tampons at all primary and secondary schools throughout Malaysia and also free sanitary pads and tampons for women in the B40 category at strategic locations.
Empowering Syariah Courts
To ensure that the rights of women and children are always prioritised, the Syariah Court will be reinforced with academic scholarships and improved efficiency in administration work.
Overcoming Causes of Child Marriage 2025
Resuming the National Strategic Plan in Handling Causes of Child Marriage 2025 as how it was done on January 2020 to safeguard the rights of women and children.