Cheongsam event brings cultural mix to the fore
BINTULU: Grace and poise took centre stage at the International Women’s Day celebration here with a cheongsam competition organised by the Bintulu Chinese Women’s Association. Tanjong Batu assemblyman Johnny Pang said the competition not only highlighted the culture of the Chinese community but also highlighted the beauty of unity and cultural mixing in Sarawak. “Cheongsam […]
Power talk at Woman Power Club’s talk show
BY GLORIA KELBIN KUCHING: The Woman Power Club’s recent inaugural talk show ‘Smashing Stereotypes’ in conjunction with International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8 was a real smasher. The one-hour session moderated by Gloria Kelbin lasted an hour. It received thunderous applause and praise from the 50-odd participants, and the message was loud and clear […]
Joanne Lai — standing tall in a man’s world
Joanne Lai was recently given a special recognition award by the Sarawak government for her achievement in the local filming industry. As one of the few successful women in a male-dominated profession, Joanne shares her experiences throughout her journey as a producer and director. An eye-opening experience In the past, women have always been stereotyped […]
Pat on the back for women frontliners
KUCHING: Some of the most efficient and successful responses to the Covid-19 pandemic were led by women, said Sarawak Bumiputera Women Entrepreneurs Chamber (Dewanita) chairwoman, Juita Darp. “These include the health workers, nurses, doctors, caregivers and all other frontliners. One of the things which the pandemic has taught us is that when women lead, we […]
Association’s cheongsam contest and dinner postponed
KUCHING: The Sarawak Federation of Chinese Women Association’s ‘Bright Pearl Shines on Cat City’ traditional cheongsam competition and gala dinner has been postponed to the second half of the year due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Association president, Lau Chiew Eng, said the event was originally scheduled for the International Women’s Day on March 8. She […]
Women deserve equal rights
KUCHING: Women have proven to be able to achieve many things, and that they deserve to have the same treatment as men. Prime Minister’s Special Envoy to China, Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing said women’s achievements have raised eyebrows, exuded their own charms, and prove that they not only can compete but excel and forge […]
Hygiene kits for International Women’s Day
MIRI: International Women’s Day is celebrated on March 8 every year all over the world. In conjunction with the celebration on Monday (Mar 8), Miri mayor Adam Yii took the opportunity to meet and distribute face masks and hand sanitisers to various groups of women doing physical exercises at Taman Bulatan here around 7am. During […]
Be independent, strong and disciplined
KUCHING: Women across the globe celebrated International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8. Historically, IWD has been around for over a century. It was honoured for the first time in Austria, Denmark, Germany and Switzerland on March 19, 1911. As the focal point in the movement for women’s rights, the day celebrates women’s achievements and […]
Women must rise up to face challenges
KUCHING: Sarawakian women must continue to rise and take on challenges with their heads held high. Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah said that equality for all women is a commonly shared aspiration and goal. Having said that, the Minister of Welfare, Community Wellbeing, Women, Family and Childhood Development (KWKPK) pointed out that the need to help […]
Nestlé celebrates women
KUCHING: MAGGI® CukupRasa™ celebrates Malaysian women and their ability and courage to carry multiple responsibilities both at home and at work. In conjunction with the International Women’s Day (IWD), MAGGI® CukupRasa™’s ‘Tak Kenal, Tak Cinta’ campaign continues into its second year with a committed purpose to inspire, encourage and empower women from all walks of […]
