SIBU: The appointment of members to the Temporary Transit Centre Advisory Board (TTG) at the state and divisional levels is seen as a strategic step to strengthen efforts in addressing homelessness in Sarawak in a more integrated and effective manner.
Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said Sarawak adopts a team-based approach involving multiple agencies, as each party has its own role and expertise in supporting the homeless.
She said the TTGs are not just about providing a safe temporary shelter but also offering comprehensive services, including health screenings, counseling, and job-matching assistance to help the homeless regain independence.
“With the TTG Advisory Board composed of various agencies, service delivery can be coordinated in a more systematic and integrated manner,” she said after chairing the Sibu TTG Advisory Board Meeting at the Sibu Resident Office recently.
She added that, to date, two TTGs have been operational in Sarawak: the Sibu TTG, which has been functioning since 2021, and the Kuching TTG, which began operations on July 11 last year.
“God willing, another TTG in Bintulu is expected to start operations this year and is currently in the final stages of equipment and furniture preparation. This will result in three fully operational TTGs in Sarawak,” she said.
According to her, the establishment of TTGs reflects the Sarawak government’s commitment to care and inclusivity, in line with the aspiration to ensure that no group is left behind in the development process.
