Persekutuan Orang Pekak Malaysia atau nama ringkasnya MFD (Malaysian Federation of the Deaf) ialah sebuah organisasi bantu diri yang ditadbirkan oleh orang Pekak sendiri. MFD ditubuhkan pada 8 Disember 1997 dan mempunyai Ahli Gabungan peringkat negeri dan kebangsaan sebanyak 14 buah.
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MFD telah diberikan mandat untuk mewakilkan suara orang Pekak untuk memperjuangkan hak dan keperluan di Malaysia, serta juga menyediakan perkhidmatan bagi memastikan orang Pekak dapat hidup dengan harmoni bersama rakyat yang lain.

The Malaysian Federation of the Deaf (MFD), known in Malay as Persekutuan Orang Pekak Malaysia, is an organization established on December 8, 1997. It serves as a self-help national coordinating body for all deaf organizations in Malaysia, currently comprising 14 affiliates at both state and national levels[1][2].

Objectives and Functions

MFD’s primary mandate is to represent the rights and needs of the deaf community in Malaysia. This includes advocating for their interests with government bodies and other relevant agencies. Key activities undertaken by MFD include:

• Advocacy: Promoting awareness and understanding of issues affecting deaf individuals.
• Education and Training: Offering classes in sign language and communication skills to enhance interaction between deaf individuals and the broader community.
• Support Services: Providing welfare assistance, family support, and peer counseling to members of the deaf community[1][2].

Services Offered

MFD provides various services aimed at improving the quality of life for deaf individuals, such as:

• Sign Language Classes: Available both online and in-person to facilitate better communication.
• Interpreting Services: For medical appointments, legal matters, and other essential services.
• Community Programs: Including motivational camps and grassroots development initiatives[1][3].

Malaysian Federation of the Deaf