Health
Penang Pure Lotus Society Hospice of Compassion
Malaysian Paediatric Association (MPA)
History The Malaysian Paediatric Association (MPA) was founded in 1979. Today, the association’s membership has increased in strength from a mere handful to more than 500 members. Membership is made up of paediatricians, paediatric nurses and others involved in the care of the child. Our services MPA plays a major role in advocacy on all issues related to paediatrics and child health. This covers not only health, but social issues and current controversies as well, such as child abuse and neglect, inappropriate advertising targeted at children and adolescents, unsuitable TV programmes for...
Malaysian Dietitians’ Association (MDA)
Who we are Malaysian Dietitians’ Association (MDA) was established in 1994 with Professor Dr Fatimah Arshad as the first president. Back in the early 1970s and 1980s, there were less than 10 dietitians in Ministry of Health and only 2 to 3 dietitians in private medical centres. The only institution of higher learning that produced dietitians for the country then was Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). The first batch of dietitians graduated from UKM in 1989. As years went by, the number of dietitians in Malaysia increased. The early dietitians saw the need to form an association to drive...
Malaysian CropLife and Public Health Association (MCPA)
Who we are The Malaysian CropLife and Public Health Association (MCPA) represents the plant science and public health industries in Malaysia. Since its inception in 1971, the MCPA has been responsible for improving the quality of agriculture and promoting the public health sector in order to create a harmonious balance between the chemicals industry and the betterment of the general public. MCPA is also an affiliated member of CropLife Asia, the umbrella organisation for the industry in Asia.
Malaysian Association for the Prevention of Tuberculosis (MAPTB)
Our vision The prevention, control and treatment of Tuberculosis in Malaysia, and the provision of welfare to needy TB patients. This vision to be achieved by working closely with the Ministry of Health, and with other relevant NGOs and with community organizations, in the spirit of voluntarism. Our objectives Educate the public about Tuberculosis Encourage persons with signs of TB to seek medical advice early Ensure that persons with TB undergo full course of treatment Give financial help to needy TB patients Inform the public of free service provided by Government for the diagnosis and...
Malaysia Leprosy Relief Association (MALRA)
The disease of leprosy had terrified mankind for thousands of years, and the victims were treated with utter contempt, literally as sub human beings, as outcasts from Society and driven away to live in isolation in deep jungles. The history of leprosy in Malaysia goes back to over 300 years, and was probably brought in by the early immigrants. Some of these early immigrants, terribly deformed by the diseases of leprosy, lived in the same villages and towns as the other inhabitants. The disease of leprosy was, in those early years considered as dangerous and contagious and could easily spread...
Sarawak Children Cancer Society (SCCS)
Who are we The Society is established for the relief and care of Malaysian children suffering from cancer and their families irrespective of race, religion and creed; and the advancement of research and public education in the prevention, control, diagnosis and treatment of childhood cancer. Sarawak Children’s Cancer Society (SCCS) is a non-profit voluntary organisation formed on 26th September, 1999 by a group of parents of children with cancer to discover ways in which they could help each other and their children. Formally registered in 26th November, 2001, SCCS expanded her role...
Malaysian Medical Association (MMA)
MISSION BELIEVING That physicians have a unique responsibility for the health of society, derived from their ancient duty to protect life and preserve health. That Medicine cannot be insular, self-seeking, self- protective / defensive but must be an integral part of a caring society. That social and economic factors are important determinants of health, and that current global trends point to impending environmental degradation which will threaten human health and survival. That the advancing frontiers of medicine and the values of our modern technological age present unprecedented ethical...
International Planned Parenthood Federation -East & South East Asia and Oceania Region (ESEAOR)
Who are we The East & South East Asia and Oceania Region (ESEAOR), with a population of approximately 2 billion, is the largest of IPPF’s six regions. Member Associations are in 22 countries and are working with four national SRH non-governmental organisations. Extremely diverse in population size and distribution, geography, socio-economic development, political and legal climate, religious and linguistic profiles and reproductive and sexual health status. Regional Office based in Kuala Lumpur. Two field offices in Fiji and Lao PDR. Our objectives We aim to enable all women,...
International Federation of Non-Government Organisations for Prevention of Drug & Substance Abuse (IFNGO)
The abuse of drugs is one of the most significant health, social and economic issues facing the world today. The devastation caused by the abuse of tobacco, alcohol, prescription drugs, inhalants, cannabis, heroin, cocaine, amphetamines, ecstasy and other drugs is a major impediment to economic development and social cohesion. Who are we As the 1981 Kuala Lumpur IFNGO Joint Declaration acknowledges, substance abuse transcends ethnic, geographical, political, cultural and religious boundaries, and requires the active participation of the whole community for its control, reduction and eventual...
Community AIDS Service Penang (CASP)
Objectives: To help prevent the further spread of HIV and to provide emotional support to people living with HIV/AIDS. Mission Respect the dignity of every person regardless of their status. Every person has the right to treatment, care and support. Strive at all times to be courteous, understanding, and compassionate to reduce his/her suffering by: 1. Providing holistic care: a. Attentive to the needs of the client and family. b. Attending to their physical, psychological and spiritual aspect of their lives c. Attaining healing, harmony and inner peace. 2. Excellence in care: a. provide a...
Brahma Kumaris Rajayoga, Malaysia
History Brahma Kumaris Malaysia was established in 1981 with the aim of serving the public by teaching Raja Yoga meditation and to impart moral and ethical knowledge. Our services Courses are offered free of charge as a service to the community. We regularly organise lectures, exhibitions, workshops and seminars on topics related to self-development, values education and self management leadership. Thousands of people have taken benefit, in terms of building character, regaining peace of mind, increasing concentration power and enhancing self-confidence. On a global level, we have actively...
Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA)
Objectives 1. To maintain a balance in the allocation of resources which allows for the continued viability of both relief and development activities at all level. 2. To maintain full commitment to long term sustainable development initiatives which are appropriate to local needs. 3. To respond promptly, effectively and appropriately to human and natural disasters. 4. To undertake humanitarian and developmental assistance, avoiding discrimination based on race, ethnicity, gender, political or religious affiliations. 5. To ensure an efficient channel between identified needs and donor and...
Malaysian Physicians for Social Responsibility (MPSR)
Who are we MPSR is a non-partisan, independent society of physicians and medical students whose aim is to work towards peace, social justice, ecological sustainability, human security, and prevention of conventional and nuclear war through peaceful resolution of conflict and abolition of nuclear, chemical and biological weapons, through research, education and advocacy. MPSR aims to instil the values of ethical professional practice and a sense of social responsibility in promoting equity in healthcare, human rights and the rule of just law. How can you get involved Local people can get...
Citizens’ Health Initiative
Who are we The Citizens’ Health Initiative is an informal grouping of organisations and individuals seeking to promote greater community involvement in healthcare reforms, and more generally in matters of health policy. It is not a registered entity for the moment, but its “membership” is open to anyone who is generally comfortable with the principles of the Citizens’ Health Manifesto (not a dogma, subject to debate), and is willing to work for equitable, accessible, and sustainable healthcare of quality. Our objectives The Citizens’ Health Initiative for the...
Federation of Reproductive Health Associations, Malaysia (FRHAM)
FRHAM is the leading service-based non-profit NGO in Malaysia advocating and promoting SRH, including family planning, and reproductive rights of women, men, and young people. MissionTo champion sexual and reproductive health and rights for all particularly the marginalised and underserved. VisionAll people in Malaysia have access to information and services on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).