NGOs lend a helping hand to fire victims
SERIAN: The Armada Anak Seni Sarawak (ARAS) and the Bidayuh Artistes And Musicians Association Sarawak (BAMA) have come together to assist the victims of a fire that struck Kampung Krusen Siu here. The two organisations established a collection centre to gather used goods, food, and monetary donations for those affected by the disaster. ARAS in […]
Educating children on safe touch to prevent abuse
KUCHING: Government agencies and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) will continue to collaborate to educate children, especially those in schools, on safe-touch practices. Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said understanding safe-touch is crucial for children to recognize when adults touch them inappropriately, whether with or without consent. “This is because, rape […]
Putrajaya to set up panel to stem river pollution
KUCHING: The federal government has agreed to take concerted action to address river pollution by establishing a committee with the authority to care for rivers in the country. Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof said with the establishment of the committee, the entire flow of rivers from upstream to downstream would be taken care […]
CSSC must be easily accessible to public
BY GILLVEN MIXCOLLIN KUCHING: More Community Social Support Centres (CSSC) will be established in various parts of Sarawak to benefit individuals in need. Women, Early Childhood, and Community Wellbeing Development Minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah emphasised the importance of easy accessibility in establishing such centres and pledged to further develop them in other areas. “We […]
Bintulu Port presents donation to seven NGOs
BINTULU: Seven non-governmental organisations (NGOs) here received contributions from Bintulu Port Holdings Berhad during the Stakeholder Iftar celebration held at Hotel ParkCity Everly yesterday (Apr 3). The selected NGOs branches in Bintulu are the Iban Muslim Converts Association, Bintulu Area Fishermen’s Association (PNK), Sarawak Women’s Association Federation Bintulu – Tatau, Malaysian Islamic Welfare Association (PERKIM), […]
NGOs, associations urged to contribute to Sarawak nation building
KUCHING: Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and associations are urged to continue their efforts in community service while also contributing to Sarawak nation building. Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian said the contributions of these groups would advance the well-being of Sarawakians and the state’s development. “While you are doing good deeds, it is also […]
Ministry supports kidney patients via fund allocations
LAWAS: The Ministry of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development is committed to consistently assisting kidney patients in need of hemodialysis treatment. Its minister, Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said that previously she presented a proposal to the cabinet for an allocation to support kidney patients in undergoing hemodialysis, as the costs of kidney dialysis […]
MP approves rural allocation of RM185k
SARIKEI: Tanjong Manis MP Yusuf Abdul Wahab has approved allocation totalling RM185,000 under the Minor Rural Project (MRP) grant to over 30 various agencies, clubs, associations and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) throughout the Tanjong Manis parliamentary constituency. He presented the allocation cheques in a brief ceremony at the Tanjong Manis Service Centre recently. In his brief […]
Corporate partnership revolutionises NGO’s fight against food waste
KUCHING: Rentwise and Arvato Systems have joined forces in a mission to empower The Lost Food Project, a non-profit organisation dedicated to combating food waste and hunger. Rentwise in a statement today (Dec 18) said their joint mission has resulted in a substantial donation of remanufactured laptops and desktop computers valued at over RM21,000. “These […]
NGOs call for environment focus on waste management
KUCHING: Sarawak Eco Warriors and International Peace Youth Group (IPYG) Malaysia are urging a heightened emphasis on environmental education and the development of more robust waste management and recycling initiatives. This call to action follows a successful plogging session held in celebration of International Volunteer Day on Saturday whereby, seven volunteers actively participated in the […]