Exco says state will back them up and help them reach their goals

KUALA LUMPUR, March 3 — The Ministry of Human Resources (Kesuma) through the Employment Committee of the National Council for Persons with Disabilities (MKboku) has implemented various initiatives and strategies in an effort to increase access to employment for Persons with Disabilities (PwD).

KOTA BHARU, May 23 — A civil servant claimed trial in the Sessions Court here today to a charge of sexually assaulting a teenage girl with disabilities at a secondary school here two years ago.

By Nas Norziela Nasbah  SHAH ALAM, March 11 — The state government is considering proposals to involve persons with disabilities in youth programmes to develop their potential and ensure that they are not left behind.  State executive councillor for youth Mohd Najwan Halimi said he would...

By Sheeda Fathil SHAH ALAM, Nov 12 —T he decision to continue public health programmes and initiatives next year demonstrates the state government's concern for the welfare of its low-income citizens. State executive councillor for public health Jamaliah Jamaluddin said the tabling of the...

SHAH ALAM, Nov 11 — RM5 million has been allocated to establish Yayasan Insan Istimewa Selangor (YaNIS) and implement the primary programme for people with disabilities (OKU) next year Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari said YaNIS’ establishment under Menteri Besar Selangor (Incorporated),...

BUTTERWORTH, March 21 — A married couple was charged in the Sessions Court here today with trafficking their daughter, who is a person with disabilities (OKU), for sexual exploitation.

By Zareef Muzammil SUBANG JAYA, March 7 — The Selangor government is taking proactive measures to improve public facilities to ensure that it is accessible for persons with disabilities (OKUs) following the anticipated increase of the group by 15 per cent from the nation’s total...

By Zareef Muzammil SHAH ALAM, Jan 10 — The third series of the Selangor Mega Career Fair is scheduled to take place in early March, involving more employers in focused sectors. State executive councillor for human capital development Mohd Khairuddin Othman said the sectors include the hotel...

By Siti Rohaizah Zainal SHAH ALAM, Jan 9 — Assistances for the disabled persons' group (OKU) in Selangor have been streamlined under the Skim Mesra Insan Istimewa (SMIS) aligned with the state government’s agenda to prioritise their welfare. Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari said...

By Nasuha Badrul Huzaini SHAH ALAM, Jan 4 — The Selangor government will set up the Yayasan Insan Istimewa Selangor (YaNIS) to empower disabled persons (OKUs) at state level. Menteri Besar Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari said through the foundation, the state government will expand various...

PUTRAJAYA, Oct 22 — Temporary relief centres need to be equipped with disabled-friendly facilities to facilitate mobility and provide comfort for the group.

By Mustakim Ramli SHAH ALAM, Sept 27 — Selangor government has allocated RM1 million to ensure the success of the Independent Living Support Centre (ILSC) programme for persons with disabilities (OKU) under Anak Istimewa Selangor (AnIS). Yayasan Warisan Anak Selangor (Yawas) general manager...

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 31 — Prasarana Malaysia Berhad (Prasarana), the country’s public transportation systems and services provider, will offer free rides to Persons with Disabilities (OKU) for a month on all public transport services, says Transport Minister Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong.

By Sofia Nasir SHAH ALAM, Aug 25 — Shah Alam City Council (MBSA) is offering free transportation for persons with disabilities (OKU) and senior citizens to visit seven health facilities in the Klang Valley to get medical treatment. The local council said on Facebook that the programme under...

By Mustakim Ramli SHAH ALAM, Aug 25 — State organisation Anak Istimewa Selangor (AnIS) will collaborate with SEGi University to help persons with disabilities (OKUs) who have learning disabilities to continue their studies. The agency said the initiative will also help the OKUs prepare for...

By Zareef Muzammil SHAH ALAM, Aug 16 — Selangor government intends to set up an Independent Living Support Centre (ILSC) in each district within the state to provide training and skills for persons with disabilities (OKU) aged 18 and above. State executive councillor for public health and...

KUALA LUMPUR, May 6 — Malaysia should play a serious role and take progressive actions to allow the use of cannabis and hemp, especially cannabidiol (CBD) for medical purposes, said Senator Datuk Ras Adiba Radzi.

PUTRAJAYA, April 29 — The authorities will not issue summonses to persons with disabilities (OKU) and individuals with health problems who use Personal Mobility Aids (PMA) at pedestrian crossings on public roads.

By Mustakim Ramli SHAH ALAM, April 22 — A total of 692 children with disabilities (OKU) have received the Anak Istimewa Selangor (Anis) Special Assistance totalling RM1.3 million last year. State executive councillor for women development and family Dr Siti Mariah Mahmud said the assistance...