Women assured of govt’s support
KUCHING: The Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS) government is responsible and inclusive in providing support to activities and programmes that have been planned to benefit Dayak women. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said he was proud of Sarakup Indu Dayak Sarawak (SIDS) and supported its emphasis on the four strategic cores of […]
Francisca to enter Malaysia Book of Records
Miss Universe Malaysia KUCHING: Francisca Luhong James will be entered in the Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) as the first woman of Dayak descent to hold the title of Miss Universe Malaysia. The lady who is of Kenyah, Kayan and Iban descent beat 17 other contestants at the beauty pageant held in Kuala Lumpur last […]
‘Women can no longer be spectators’
BINTULU: Dayak women in Kemena are advised to join Sarakup Indu Dayak Sarawak (SIDS) to strengthen the voice of Dayak women in the state. Kemena SIDS chairwoman Jenny Bangga said they need to be united if they want to empower Dayak women. “SIDS provides various platforms such as educational, leadership, economic and other opportunities to […]
SIDS receives RM7.6 million from state government
SIBU: The state government has allocated RM7.6mln to Sarakup Indu Dayak Sarawak (SIDS) for the development and empowerment of Dayak women in the state. SIDS president Datuk Alice Jawan said the allocation showed the commitment of the state government in making sure Dayak women were not left behind. “The total amount provided to SIDS by […]
