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Stakeholder Discussion on Issues Relating to Domestic Workers@SUHAKAM
PSWS would like to thank SUHAKAM for the invitation to be part of Stakeholder Discussion on Issues Relating to Domestic Workers was held on 29 January 2026. This is another opportunity to remind the State of Malaysia of its obligation to protect, respect and fulfill women’ rights in Malaysia. PSWS has been engaging with the …
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International Migrants Day 2025
In conjunction with International Migrants Day, Persatuan Sahabat Wanita Selangor (PSWS) celebrated the Cambodian women migrant community Many women in this community came to Malaysia as refugees or migrant workers and are currently engaged in informal sectors such as domestic work, cleaning services, and small-scale home-based income-generating activities. Persatuan Sahabat Wanita Selangor has been working …
DIGITAL ABUSE AGAINST WOMEN AND GIRLS
Technology is meant to connect us, but for many women and girls it has become another space where harassment, stalking, bullying, and threats happen every day. From unwanted messages and image-based abuse to doxing, hate speech, and GPS tracking online violence has real-life consequences. Let’s create a digital world where women and girls can participate …
DOMESTIC WORK IS REAL WORK
Behind every smoothly running household is a worker whose labour enables others to pursue their jobs and daily lives. Despite this, domestic workers’ skills, contributions, and expertise are among the least recognised.
Workshop: The Importance of Understanding Women Workers’ Rights in Malaysia
Previous Next In observance of the 16 Days of Activism, Persatuan Sahabat Wanita Selangor (PSWS) organized a workshop focused on women workers’ rights. Understanding these rights is essential, as it empowers women to identify and address economic violence a form of harm that is frequently overlooked. Economic violence for many women workers can manifest in …
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Domestic worker: Can unionisation lead to improved work condition in the domestic work sector
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Expert Group Meeting “Strengthening Malaysian trade unions as part of strengthening democracy in Malaysia” Capitalising on Law Reforms and National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights 2025-2030
Persatuan Sahabat Wanita Selangor, in collaboration with LLRC, organised an Expert Group Meeting: “Strengthening Malaysian Trade Unions as Part of Strengthening Democracy in Malaysia ”Capitalising on Law Reforms and the NAPBHR 2025–2030 in conjunction with the 16 Days of Activism campaign. Malaysia’s new NAPBHR 2025–2030 marks a key milestone for labor rights, especially freedom of …
Story Lab One: Women Workers’ Rights Through The Eyes of Religion (Hinduism)
Are you someone who believes your faith is connected to social justice? Do you believe stories can spark real change? Then this Story Lab is for YOU. Online Session: 4 December 2025 In-Person Story Lab: 13 December 2025 Application Deadline: 29 November 2025 Join us as we explore Hinduism, justice and women’s rights through storytelling. Scan the …
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