Bid to empower women against domestic violence
KUCHING: The ‘Semarak Skuad Waja’ programme aims to broaden the understanding and awareness of the squad in assisting communities of diverse ethnicity and backgrounds in Sarawak, particularly women. Federal Women, Family, and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said this initiative is launched in line with the ministry’s agenda to empower women to be […]
Economic and marital strain domestic violence triggers
KUCHING: Economic strain and third-party involvement are the foremost factors behind domestic violence cases in the country. Federal Women, Family, and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri asserted that an inability to meet the financial needs of the family can create tensions, prompting some individuals to lash out in violent ways. “There are several […]
Domestic violence talk on Jan 25
KUCHING: Winne’s Place by Sarawak Women for Women Society (SWWS) will be conducting a talk on Jan 25. In a Facebook post, SWWS said the one-hour long talk entitled ‘Domestic Violence: How to Deal With It?’ would be held at the Kuching Community Social Support Centre (CSSC). The talk will be conducted in English and […]
Dealing with domestic violence
KUCHING: Victims of domestic violence in Sarawak continue to receive the much needed help. Not only the Sarawak government but non-governmental organisations (NGOs) have come forward to provide care and support to these victims. To address the issue of domestic violence, the Ministry of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development has established a holistic and integrated […]
More women speak about abusive relationships
KUCHING: Domestic violence is still an issue in Malaysian society. However, more and more women are now no longer afraid to get out from an abused relationship and speak out about their sufferings. According to Sarawak Police Commissioner, CP Datuk Mohd Azman Ahmad Sapri, from January to July 2021, a total of 414 domestic violence […]
Domestic violence comes into focus with 182 cases
SARATOK: A total of 182 cases of domestic violence were reported to police in the first three months of this year. Women, Early Childhood, and Community Well-being Development Deputy Minister Razi Sitam said of the number 118 cases involved violence against women and the remaining 64 violence committed against men. According to him 16 of […]
Domestic violence appears to be on the rise
KUCHING: The Malay community recorded the highest number of domestic violence in the state, according to figures released by the Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Ministry. Minister Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah – quoting figures obtained for 2021 – said of the 630 domestic violence cases reported, 265 cases involved the Malays which worked out […]
Caution on signing of documents
KUCHING: Members of the public were urged to be careful when asked to sign documents by other people. “Take all the necessary steps to obtain independent advice before signing any paperwork,” said Micheal Kong, Special Assistant to DAP Sarawak chairman Chong Chieng Jen in a press release here today. “This week, Sim Kiat Leng and […]
Man hits wife on head after food delivery request
MIRI: A 36-year-old man started hitting his wife on the head after she asked him to order food delivery because she was rushing to send their two children to a tuition class. The incident happened in the couple’s home at Jalan Riam around 12.45 pm. In his anger, the suspect also put his hands around his […]
Man detained for punching “unfaithful” wife
MIRI: A man was detained last Friday night for allegedly punching his wife after he suspected her of having an affair. The 56-year-old suspect was said to have committed the act at their house at the Millenium Garden in Piasau at about 2pm on Friday. According to Miri Police chief ACP Hakemal Hawari, the suspect […]
