women empowerment

Grab Malaysia empowers PwDs, women in gig economy

Managing director Adelene Foo says company supports communities with training, financial relief, safety features, community-building programmes

Game changer: Single mothers, female entrepreneurs hail Grab’s flexible work model

Platform credited for offering women financial independence and control over their schedules

Malaysia lagging behind SEA counterparts in gender wage gap, says Nancy

Malaysia has witnessed significant strides in narrowing the gender gap in recent years with the percentage of women directors increasing to 29.7% in 2023 from 14% in 2016. 

Women’s impact soars at Ironman Kona triathlon

In a groundbreaking move towards gender equality, the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, is set to host the second edition of an all-women’s race this year. 

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NCPR route: Activists slam Penang’s RM2.4bil ‘car-centric’ solution for endangering environment, wildlife

Environmentalists and transport advocates warn of irreversible damage as state pushes ahead with controversial Tanjung Bungah-Teluk Bahang road

Putra Heights gas explosion: MBSJ’s ROW incursion approval needs scrutiny, says planning law expert 

Just because approval is given does not make it right, reminds Derek Fernandez  

Interfaith Council concerned over proposed guidelines on Muslim participation in non-Muslim events

It said the guidelines mooted by the government, could have implications for religious understanding, tolerance, and acceptance among all Malaysians

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