Pregnancy Discrimination Continues And Its Time To Stop It
November 28, 2022
In June 2021, Hamira Izzatie Sabarin, the managing director and co-founder of a local NGO, WeListenMY shared a screenshot she had received from a pregnant
Category: Women’s Rights
All Hope Is Not Lost: 12 Positive News In Malaysia’s Social Landscape
November 15, 2022
The past three years have been riddled with clouds of uncertainty and challenges but amidst the shadows, there are rays of hope that have shown
10 Major Things That Shaped Human Rights In Malaysia
May 9, 2022
Human rights in Malaysia are sanctioned in the Federal Constitution. The Constitution guarantees the right to life, freedom of movement, freedom of speech, freedom of
Spotlight On: Suriani Kempe, Co-Founder Of Family Frontiers
March 7, 2022
Annually, on the 8th of March, women around the world are celebrated for their perseverance in breaking barriers, for rising against the status quo and
Spotlight On: Ivy Josiah, Convener of Malaysia’s Women Tribunal
March 7, 2022
Annually, on the 8th of March, women around the world are celebrated for their perseverance in breaking barriers, for rising against the status quo and
10 Things About Women And Poverty
December 29, 2021
In many cultures around the world, the birth of a girl is often considered a bad omen. However, the birth of a boy is a
The Connection Between Fast Fashion And Poverty
November 30, 2021
An ever-growing presence, ‘fast fashion’ has become a multi-billion dollar industry. Brands like Shein, Forever21 and Zara increasingly release high volumes of clothing at break-neck
7 Powerful Female Youth Activists Paving The Way For A Better Malaysia
October 2, 2021
Today, an increasing number of young women in Malaysia are bravely stepping forward as leaders, voicing out their opinions, rallying their peers, and spearheading change.
Initiatives Helping To Close The Gender Wage Gap In Malaysia
September 15, 2021
The topic of the gender wage gap has often been on the table in Malaysia amongst various policymakers and as seen in the first part
Is There A Gender Wage Gap In Malaysia? Let’s Unpack The Issue.
September 15, 2021
The gender wage gap refers to the “difference between median earnings of men and women relative to median earnings of men.” [1] In simpler terms,