Malaysia

Govt sets up panel to tackle cyberbullying, sex crimes against kids

Minister Datuk Seri Rina Mohd Harun says advocacy campaign in the works

Updated 2 years ago · Published on 16 Oct 2021 6:52PM

Govt sets up panel to tackle cyberbullying, sex crimes against kids
The integrated action committee to tackle cyberbullying and online sexual crimes against children comprises various government agencies, the private sector, non-governmental organisations and social activists, according to Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Rina Mohd Harun. – Rina Harun Instagram pic, October 16, 2021 

PUTRAJAYA – The Women, Family and Community Development Ministry (KPWKM) has set up an integrated action committee to tackle cyberbullying and online sexual crimes against children.

Its Minister Datuk Seri Rina Mohd Harun said the move is in line with Malaysia’s commitment to protecting children from sexual exploitation and abuse based on Article 34 of the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC).

“Malaysia must comply with the principles and provisions enshrined in CRC – especially when it concerns children’s rights, including their survival, protection, development, and participation,” she said.

Rina said the committee was set up on June 15, comprising various government agencies, the private sector, non-governmental organisations and social activists.

The committee is tasked with discussing advocacy measures and appropriate interventions regarding the issues, she added. 

“We (the committee) have discussed methods to tackle these issues (cyberbullying and sexual crimes against children). Among those that will be carried out is an advocacy campaign,” she said at a press conference after officiating the National Children’s Day 2021 celebration themed “Our Children, Our Future” here today.

In another development, Rina said KPWKM is drafting the National Child Development Index which will be introduced soon as an effort to improve policies related to children’s biological and psychological development.

She said the Statistics Department reported that as of May this year, children comprise about 9.69 million or 29.3% of the total population in Malaysia.

“Given this huge number, KPWKM – in the spirit of the ‘Malaysian Family’ – remains committed to ensuring the wellbeing of children in the best interest of the child,” she said. – Bernama, October 16, 2021 

Related News

Culture & Lifestyle / 2d

Being a mother motivates Siti Nurhaliza to persist aiding Palestinians in Rafah

Malaysia / 2w

The rights of children born abroad being addressed by govt - PM Anwar

Malaysia / 2w

Online safety for children needs to be emphasised by parents - Fahmi

Malaysia / 1mth

Ex-nursery school teacher charged with negligence that led to child’s drowning

World / 2mth

Woman from China leaves RM13 million to pets after children fail to visit or care for her

Opinion / 3mth

Shocking incidence of stunting among kids – RA Lingeshwaran

Spotlight

Events

UK alumni lauded for stellar achievements as British Council observes 75 years in Malaysia

Malaysia

Don’t let politicians, activists stir up hatred against KK Mart, PBK tells cops

By The Vibes Team

Malaysia

7.7 mil people registered in Padu, 2.5 mil cyberattacks, but not one success: Rafizi

By Stephen Then

Malaysia

Farewell Aunty Bersih, you will be missed

By Ian McIntyre

Malaysia

Couple make two trips to workshop to find trapped kitten in car

Malaysia

KK Mart founder, director charged with wounding religious feelings of others over 'Allah' socks

By The Vibes Team

You may be interested

Malaysia

Penang’s iconic Komtar set to undergo major make-over

By Ian McIntyre

Malaysia

Blanket of red as tens of thousands of jellyfish washed ashore at KK beach

By The Vibes Team

Malaysia

MCA Youth latest to condemn petrol bomb attack at KK Mart outlet

By The Vibes Team

Malaysia

Muhyiddin files for leave to review Court of Appeal ruling reinstating power abuse charges

Malaysia

DOSM opens 300 extra counters as Padu registration deadline approaches

Malaysia

Sabah orders immediate water supply to over 50,000 households

By Jason Santos

Malaysia

King calls on all parties to stop fuelling anger over socks issue

By The Vibes Team

Malaysia

Speed limit at George Town World Heritage Site reduced to 40 km/h

By Shahrim Tamrin