Consider This: Prison Reform - Reintegration Through Employment
As Malaysia continues to grapple with the complexities of criminal justice reform, the integration of parolees and former inmates into the workforce remains a critical issue. Is the path from prison to gainful employment paved with enough support or are there gaps that need urgent addressing? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Kausalya Devi Sathoo, Former Deputy Commissioner of the Prisons Department and Dr Mohammad Rahim Kamaluddin, criminologist at UKM’s Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities.
Wed Jul 03 2024
AWANI Tonight: Unhealthy eating... but not by choice
Lower-income Malaysians are being increasingly drawn to unhealthy food choices, according to a study by the Khazanah Research Institute. Astro AWANI delves into the state of Malaysia's food environment and explores ways to address nutritional inequality.
Wed Jul 03 2024
![Committee addressing child malnutrition emphasises First 1,000 Days of Life initiative Committee addressing child malnutrition emphasises First 1,000 Days of Life initiative](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/61719301389_AhmadZahidHamidi.jpg)
Committee addressing child malnutrition emphasises First 1,000 Days of Life initiative
The 'First 1,000 Days of Life' starts from early pregnancy until a child is two years old.
Wed Jul 03 2024
![Gov't considers creating unique model of Ombudsman Malaysia Gov't considers creating unique model of Ombudsman Malaysia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-07/41719992977_MKulasegaran.jpg)
Gov't considers creating unique model of Ombudsman Malaysia
M. Kulasegaran said govt is committed to establishing Ombudsman Malaysia to address complaints on public service delivery.
Wed Jul 03 2024
AWANI Tonight: Multidimensional Poverty Index helps govt address needs of low-income households - Nurul Izzah
The use of the global Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) helps policymakers to better understand the real needs of low-income households, says Nurul Izzah Anwar.
Tue Jun 25 2024
![Dates for next meeting of parliament moved to Oct 14 - Dec 12 - Speaker Dates for next meeting of parliament moved to Oct 14 - Dec 12 - Speaker](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-01/41705291063_BangunanParlimen.jpg)
Dates for next meeting of parliament moved to Oct 14 - Dec 12 - Speaker
Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Johari Abdul, in his address during the Second Meeting today, said that the next sitting will last for 35 days.
Mon Jun 24 2024
![Near-balanced diets by cockroaches can teach us plenty about eating well Near-balanced diets by cockroaches can teach us plenty about eating well](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41718965591_TBcockroaches.jpg)
Near-balanced diets by cockroaches can teach us plenty about eating well
Insights from the natural world are helping us better understand why we overeat and how to rebalance our food system to address the problem.
Sat Jun 22 2024
Consider This: Refugee Stereotypes — Origins of a Narrative
Where do our perceptions of refugees come from, and are they based in truth? How do these stereotypes influence refugee-related policies in Malaysia, and what steps can be taken to address negative stereotypes both in public discourse and at the policy level? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Dr Melati Nungsari, Associate Professor of Economics at the Asia School of Business and Faculty Director at the ASEAN Research Center, and Rachel Decruz Senior Research Associate at the ASEAN Research Center, about their research on understanding refugee stereotypes. #WorldRefugeeDay
Fri Jun 21 2024
AWANI Tonight: Transparent data vital for effective youth mental health interventions
The Malaysian Youth Mental Health Index evaluates the mental health of 5,867 young people aged 15 to 30. Farihin Ufiya from NYAWA sees this data collection as a significant step towards addressing mental health issues among the youth.
Fri Jun 21 2024
![Malaysia joins global leaders in lifestyle medicine, signs Doha Declaration Malaysia joins global leaders in lifestyle medicine, signs Doha Declaration](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/41717986095_SivaneswaranPoobalas.jpg)
Malaysia joins global leaders in lifestyle medicine, signs Doha Declaration
The Doha Declaration calls for urgent global action to address the NCD crisis, which accounts for 7 out of 10 deaths worldwide.
Mon Jun 10 2024
![Bomb hoax: Police record statements of minister, witnesses Bomb hoax: Police record statements of minister, witnesses](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-06/51717756811_tbMotac.jpg)
Bomb hoax: Police record statements of minister, witnesses
Police confirmed that a package allegedly containing a bomb and addressed to Datuk Seri Tiong King Sing was a hoax.
Fri Jun 07 2024
![Israel's Netanyahu to address U.S. Congress on July 24 Israel's Netanyahu to address U.S. Congress on July 24](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2023-10/61698724260_BenjaminNetanyahu.jpg)
Israel's Netanyahu to address U.S. Congress on July 24
Benjamin Netanyahu said he will "present the truth" about the war against Hamas in Gaza when he addresses the US Congress.
Fri Jun 07 2024
![ASEAN member countries called to boost internal cohesion ASEAN member countries called to boost internal cohesion](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-06/51654792726_TBASEAN.jpg)
ASEAN member countries called to boost internal cohesion
Dr Yose Rizal Damuri highlights vital role of the Asia Pacific region, particularly via ASEAN framework in addressing global challenges.
Wed Jun 05 2024
Consider This: Mental Health (Part 2) — One Million Malaysians Battling Depression
According to the most recent National Health and Morbidity Survey, one million individuals aged 15 and above in Malaysia are suffering from depression, with half of them harbouring thoughts of self-harm or thinking they were “better off dead”. Equally concerning is that the data also reveals that mental health problems among children have more than doubled since 2019, now affecting one in six children. How can we translate this data into effective national policies that go beyond addressing awareness and stigma, to ensure robust institutional support and comprehensive care for mental health? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Farihin Ufiya, Director of the non-profit Mental Health Aid Association (Nyawa). It is a Strategic Partner to the Ministry of Health.
Tue Jun 04 2024
Consider This: Mental Health (Part 1) — Translating Data into Policy Pathways Forward
According to the most recent National Health and Morbidity Survey, one million individuals aged 15 and above in Malaysia are suffering from depression, with half of them harbouring thoughts of self-harm or thinking they were “better off dead”. Equally concerning is that the data also reveals that mental health problems among children have more than doubled since 2019, now affecting one in six children. How can we translate this data into effective national policies that go beyond addressing awareness and stigma, to ensure robust institutional support and comprehensive care for mental health? On this episode of #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris speaks to Associate Professor Dr Amer Siddiq Amer Nordin, Consultant Psychiatrist at Universiti Malaya.
Tue Jun 04 2024