Advocacy
Transit Malaysia, Persatuan Penambahbaikan Transit Massa Malaysia
Asrama Seri Murni
Pusat Jagaan Seri Murni offers a SAFE HAVEN and TEMPORARY SHELTER for women and girls in crisis situations such as: Women, mothers and their children who are experiencing abuse in their relationships or through domestic / family violence Teenage girls / women in pregnancy who are unwed or in crises Women experiencing conflict in their marriage Women in personal or family difficulties Survivors of rape or assault
Malaysian Institute of Economic Research (MIER)
The Malaysian Institute of Economic Research (MIER) undertakes independent and high quality problem-oriented research on economic, financial and business issues facing the country and provides advice on macroeconomic management, development and future economic perspectives. In undertaking this task, the Institute seeks to achieve the following objectives: serve as a bridge between the government, the private sector and the universities, and become a focal point for economic, financial and business research in the country; undertake economic research projects commissioned by clients in the...
Malaysian Association of Social Workers (MASW)
In Malaysia, professional social work was introduced by the British Colonial Administration as early as the 1930s but it was mainly focused on problems of migrant labourers from India and China. It was only after World War II, when social problems of displacement, juvenile delinquency and poverty became more prominent, that a Department of Social Welfare was formerly established in 1946. Social work services were introduced in terms of financial aid for the needy, probation programs for juvenile delinquents, protection homes for women and girls, and residential care for the disabled and the...
Institut Kajian Dasar (IKD)
Institut Kajian Dasar (IKD) ditubuhkan oleh Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim pada tahun 1985 sebagai penubuhan nir-laba bukan kerajaan yang berdedikasi untuk melahirkan kebangkitan kebudayaan, pembentukan masyarakat madani dan mempromosi interaksi antara negara- negara Asia Tenggara dan di luarnya. Juga menawarkan forum untuk para sarjana, pembuat dasar, dan lain- lain untuk berinteraksi, menganjurkan persidangan, seminar, latihan dan perundingan dalam isu- isu semasa yang penting. Objectif IKD Menjalankan, atau bekerjasama dalam menjalankan kajian berkaitan pembangunan ekonomi dan sosial di...
Institute for Indigenous Economic Progress (INDEP), Sabah
Objectives 1. To promote and enhance intelligent and well researched decision making amongst indigenous individuals, and organizations that are essentially established for these peoples themselves. 2. To assists in bringing the indigenous peoples into the mainstream of NATION BUILDING
Association of Women Lawyers, Federal Territory and Selangor
Who We Are The Association of Women Lawyers is responsible for the promotion of the rights, welfare and professional development of women lawyers and law graduates in Malaysia. It is an organization to eliminate discrimination and ensure full and equal participation of women lawyers and law graduates in the legal and related fields. It aims to ensure the attainment and full enjoyment of all rights for women from all walks of like based on principles of substantive equality. Our missions To promote and increase the participation of women in all levels of judicial, legal and public...
Sustainable Development Network, Malaysia (SUSDEN)
Who are we Established since 1995, SUSDEN’s education and awareness programmes have been effective in spreading the urgency for a sustainable world. In 2003, it launched the Initiatif Penita programme to bring forth the importance of gender equity in the sustainability aspect. Penitajaya Sdn Bhd, through the publication of Majalah Penita enables this process and supports the various outreach programmes of SUSDEN as a partner with a common concern. Our objectives 1. To transform the capital-centred approach to a people-centred and sustainable one. 2. To protect and conserve Malaysia as...
Penang Institute
The Penang Institute is the public policy think tank of the state government of Penang. Established in 1997 as the Socio-economic and Environmental Research Institute (SERI), it has now been rebranded to better reflect the aspirations of the state to transform Penang into an international and intelligent city. With the tag-line, “Making Ideas Work”, the Penang Institute seeks to spur bold thinking in the key areas of economics, socio-politics and sustainable development. The Institute’s approach assumes three main thrusts: To undertake research and analysis of public policies in order...
Women’s Centre for Change, Penang
The Women’s Centre for Change (WCC) is a registered, tax-exempt, non-profit organization established in 1985. It is dedicated to helping women and children facing crisis, irrespective of their race, religion, or social background. Here’s what they offer: Counseling: They provide face-to-face, telephone, and email counseling. Legal Advice: They offer legal advice to those in need. Shelter: They provide temporary shelter for those who require it. Information: They provide information about rape, domestic violence, sexual harassment, child sexual abuse, and more. Impact...
Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M)
Transparency International Malaysia (TI-M) is an independent, non-governmental and non-partisan organisation committed to the fight against corruption. TI-M is registered with the Registrar of Societies Malaysia and is the accredited National Chapter of the Berlin-based Transparency International. Vision TI-M is committed to the achievement of a socially just, and equitable society within a sustainable, plural democracy that is free of corruption. Mission TI-M will, as the lead national anti-corruption organisation, promote the culture of zero corruption in public service, the private sector...
SUARAM
SUARAM (Suara Inisiatif Sdn Bhd) is guided by the Memorandum and Articles of Association pursuant to the Companies Act, 1965. We believe in the universality, interdependence and indivisibility of all rights: civil, political, economic, social and cultural. SUARAM specializes in civil and political rights such as educational programs and trainings on freedom of expression, peaceful assembly and association; right to fair trial; freedom from torture, extra-judicial killings and cruel punishment; public accountability and genuine democracy-building. Together with other civil organisation and...
Sabah Wetlands Conservation Society (SWCS)
There is a long history that led to the inception of Sabah Wetlands Conservation Society. In 1996, under the directive of the then Chief Minister of Sabah, Likas Wetlands Sanctuary Managing Committee (LWSMC), an innovative and unique public-private-NGO- community partnership, was established. The principal purpose of LWSMC was to oversee and coordinate development, planning and management of an area that was formerly known as Kota Kinabalu City Bird Sanctuary (KKCBS). This committee was made up of 16 component members including government agencies, private organisations, community groups and...
SEDAR Institute
SEDAR Institute is a non-profit and independent organisation seeking to develop ideas and strategies to help building a united, democratic, just, egalitarian, liberal and progressive nation for all Malaysians, transcending the barriers of race and religion. SEDAR Institute, since its inception in 2001, is committed to promote and advance the spirit and principles of the Federal Constitution and Rukun Negara. SEDAR Institute is run by a qualified and experienced management team. It is also assisted by an advisory panel of highly regarded individuals and personalities who contribute knowledge,...
Perdana Global Peace Foundation
The Perdana Global Peace Foundation, a first but resolute step in the arduous journey towards global peace, moves towards the single goal of putting an end to war. Its founder, Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad, envisages “a serious, active and sustained struggle against war and for peace”. Sharing and supporting this agenda are world-prominent professionals, intellectuals, authors, statesmen – all passionate advocates of international peace. Together, they have signed the Kuala Lumpur Initiative that defines the Kuala Lumpur Initiative to Criminalise War. THE KUALA LUMPUR INITIATIVE TO...
Amnesty International Malaysia
The Movement Amnesty International is a global movement of more than 3 million supporters, members and activists in over 150 countries and territories who campaign to end grave abuses of human rights. Our vision is for every person to enjoy all the rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and other international human rights standards. We are independent of any government, political ideology, economic interest or religion, and are funded mainly by our membership and public donations. After more than 50 years of ground-breaking achievements, Amnesty...