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Malaysia: Persons with Disabilities Act 2008

The content discusses proposed amendments to Malaysia's Persons with Disabilities Act 2008, highlighting efforts to reform laws for better support of individuals with disabilities. It includes contributions from various advocates and organizations, as well as a call for harmonization with international standards, showcasing ongoing advocacy and legal reform initiatives.

Malaysia: Persons with Disabilities Act 2008 (Akta Orang Kurang Upaya 2008)

Proposed Amendments to the Persons with Disabilities Act 2008 by Mary Chen, Sangeet Kaur Deo, Amar-Singh HSS, Anit Kaur Randhawa, Meera Samanther, San Yuen Wah, Sharifah Tahir, Wong Yoon Loong, updated 13 July 2023

Reforming the Laws in Malaysia to Cater Better for Persons with Disabilities by Santhi Latha (3 May 2023) and based on work by Harapan OKU Law Reform Group, 3 May 2023

Proposed Amendments to the Persons with Disabilities Act 2008 (One-page summary) by Mary Chen, Sangeet Kaur Deo, Amar-Singh HSS, Anit Kaur Randhawa, Meera Samanther, San Yuen Wah, Sharifah Tahir, Wong Yoon Loong, 8 April 2023

Harmonization of Domestic Legislation with the CRPD (CRPD Art. 33) in Manifesto Rakyat 2021

Holistic Review of the Persons with Disabilities Act 2008: Essential to the Rights of Persons with Disabilities by the Malaysian Bar, 19 Sep 2019 

Establish new act and commission for persons with disabilities by Harapan OKU, 29 May 2018