KUCHING: The Ministry of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development will present on the Sarawak Social Wellbeing Index at the upcoming State Legislative Assembly (DUN) session scheduled to commence on May 6.
Its minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said the draft report on the social wellbeing index was received on April 29.
She said the results of the study conducted from 2019 to 2024 indicate an overall improvement in Sarawak’s social well-being.
“We found that generally social well-being in the eight aspects studied has improved. Some have seen significant improvements, some have improved slightly, but overall there is an improvement.
“Therefore, we will present this Sarawak Social Wellbeing Index at the Sarawak Legislative Assembly session next week,” she said.
She said this when met by reporters after hosting a Hari Raya Aidilfitri open house and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) event for the Sarawak Women and Family Council (MWKS) at her residence in Jalan Sultan Tengah here today (May 1).
Fatimah also explained that the report would discuss comparisons between social wellbeing in urban and rural areas, as well as between genders and age groups.
She added the report would also include initiatives and programmes implemented by the ministry.
“My ministry would also present a report on the success of programmes implemented under the Social Development Council (MPS), including intervention centres, homeless shelters, and Community Social Support Centres (CSSC).
“We will report on the success of the programmes we have implemented and how they have contributed to social wellbeing,” she said.
Meanwhile, during the event, Fatimah also delivered contributions to four families who are categorised as vulnerable groups.
She mentioned that the collaboration with the MWKS, which provides assistance to families, is one of the CSR initiatives aimed at aiding those in need and addressing community welfare issues in Sarawak.
“We are grateful because generally, the Sarawak community is very concerned about vulnerable groups, those who require assistance, and those with special needs.
“Today is an example of how our society cares for vulnerable groups and those in need. Each family faces its own challenges, but we have a support system in place to ensure they receive the necessary assistance at the right time,” she said.
She also noted that this approach would enhance the concept of inclusivity in society, where every individual would not feel marginalised or neglected.
