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Author: OKU Rights Matter Project (page 2)

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Behind Every PwD is a Parent Who Never Gives Up

Parenting children with disabilities in Malaysia involves profound emotional challenges and societal pressures. Parents often cycle through feelings of guilt and acceptance while seeking support and redefining success for their children. Community and advocacy are essential for creating change, fostering understanding, and ensuring visibility for both parents and their children within society.
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The image shows the “Make the Right Real in Malaysia” logo of The OKU Rights Matter website and a Deaf mother teaching Bahasa Isyarat Malaysia (BIM) (Malaysian Sign Language) to her hearing children who are now skilful multilingual communicators.

Beyond Free Education: Why Disability Inclusion Needs a Stronger PwD Act

The coalition SUARA16% advocates for amending Malaysia’s Persons with Disabilities Act, citing that free education alone does not ensure access to higher education for disabled individuals. Despite acknowledging barriers in school systems, current education plans lack concrete reforms. The act requires strengthening to enforce rights and enhance inclusion of persons with disabilities in education.
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