Persatuan Bantuan Pendidikan Kanak-Kanak Khas Sungai Petani, also known as PEKAKA, is a support group established in November 1998 for parents of children with special needs in Sungai Petani, Kedah. The organization aims to ensure quality education for all children with special needs and operates under the Registration of Societies Act (1966) of Malaysia.
Objectives and Mission
PEKAKA’s mission includes:
- Advocating for quality education in inclusive environments.
- Preparing children with special needs for integration into mainstream schools through early intervention programs.
- Raising public awareness about the rights of children to receive education.
- Facilitating access to local schools for children with special needs.
Services and Activities
The organization provides various services, including:
- Educational seminars and conventions.
- Health counseling in collaboration with local hospitals.
- Assistance with school placements for children.
- Workshops focusing on vocational skills for young adults.
Facilities
PEKAKA operates a Child Centre located at:
Address: 20 Lorong 31, Taman Patani Jaya, 08000 Sungai Petani, Kedah
Phone: +604-4255423
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM; Workshops: Monday – Saturday: 9 AM – 1 PM
Financial Needs
The organization relies on donations and volunteers to support its activities, including workshops for individuals with disabilities. Contributions can be made through bank drafts or cheques payable to Persatuan Bantuan Pendidikan Kanak-Kanak Khas, Sungai Petani.
Future Plans
PEKAKA aims to establish a vocational skill training center and a one-stop information and counseling center to assist parents of children with special needs. They also plan to organize seminars on critical topics related to education and development for young adults with learning disabilities.
For more information or to get involved, you can contact them via email at [email protected] or visit their website at www.pekaka.org.my [2][3].
Learn MorePersatuan Bantuan Pendidikan Kanak-Kanak Khas Sungai Petani
[email protected]Email | |
www.pekaka.org.myWebsite | |
+604-4255423Phone Number | |
Established since 1998Year of Establishment | |
K/PJH OKU 027/2017Registration Number | |
20 Lorong 31, Taman Petani Jaya, 08000, Sungai Petani Kedah. Darulaman, MALAYSIAAddress |
