Women in Malaysian politics: Are politicians missing a point?
Source: Malaymail
Making up an estimated half of Malaysia’s electoral roll, women remain to this day, crucial determinersof who comes to power and stays in power. It is then curious as to why women’s issues and legislations that impact women persist as an uphill battle.
In an increasingly “vocal” Malaysia, there is constant and consistent coverage of the many inherent woes that women in our country have. These grievances have been discussed, debated and deliberated time and time again, only to yield the absolute bare minimum in the form of aid, assistance or allocation.
In a world that lauds women-led governance and strives for the protection of women, Malaysia is at risk of being left behind or termed “regressive.” It is the need of the hour to adopt a more gender-responsive political agenda that not only uplifts, but empowers women in the long run.
Click here to read the full article published by Malaymail on 21 October 2020.
Making up an estimated half of Malaysia’s electoral roll, women remain to this day, crucial determinersof who comes to power and stays in power. It is then curious as to why women’s issues and legislations that impact women persist as an uphill battle.
In an increasingly “vocal” Malaysia, there is constant and consistent coverage of the many inherent woes that women in our country have. These grievances have been discussed, debated and deliberated time and time again, only to yield the absolute bare minimum in the form of aid, assistance or allocation.
In a world that lauds women-led governance and strives for the protection of women, Malaysia is at risk of being left behind or termed “regressive.” It is the need of the hour to adopt a more gender-responsive political agenda that not only uplifts, but empowers women in the long run.
Click here to read the full article published by Malaymail on 21 October 2020.
