Last updated on: 21 December 2024
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) systematically tracks women’s application and acceptance rates. In 2023, the university maintained a strong focus on gender equality, with 61.87% of applications coming from women, and an impressive 65.29% of those accepted being female. While the female application rate was slightly lower compared to 2021 (72.42%) and 2022 (60.79%), the percentage of women accepted remained consistently high across all three years.
This steady acceptance rate, with more than 65% of admitted students being women in 2023, underscores UKM’s ongoing commitment to SDG 5. Despite fluctuations in overall applications, UKM has ensured that women continue to make up a substantial portion of its student body, demonstrating a consistent prioritisation of gender equality in admissions over the years. The positive trend in 2023 highlights UKM’s proactive approach in fostering educational opportunities for women.
Women’s Admission Applications and Acceptance Rate (2021–2023)
| Year | Total Student Applications | Total Female Student Applications | Percentage of Female Student Application | Total Student Accepted | Total Female Student Accepted | Percentage of Female Student Accepted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 29641 | 21466 | 72.42% | 7159 | 4620 | 64.53% |
| 2022 | 14872 | 9040 | 60.79% | 6244 | 4121 | 66.00% |
| 2023 | 17958 | 11110 | 61.87% | 6021 | 3931 | 65.29% |
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) provides women’s access schemes and has a policy that ensures fair treatment regarding women’s applications, acceptance, and participation at the university. According to the Undergraduate Admission Requirements Booklet UKM Academic Session 2023/2024 (Page 11), it is explicitly stated that there is no gender-based discrimination, and all applications are open to Malaysian citizens who are at least 21 years old at the time of application, for all programs offered at UKM.
In 2023, the majority of student enrolments at UKM were female, with 13,867 female students out of a total of 20,341 students. This marks an increase from 2022, where 12,554 female students were enrolled out of 19,655 total active students. This data reflects the university’s ongoing commitment to promoting gender equality and inclusivity, further supporting Sustainable Development Goal 5, which aims to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.
Undergraduate Admission Requirements Booklet UKM Academic Session 2023/2024:
Yearly Female Student Enrolment in UKM (2022-2023)
This table shows an increase in the percentage of female students enrolled at UKM, rising from 63.87% in 2022 to 68.17% in 2023.
| Year | Total Number of Students | Total Number of Female Students | Percentage of Female Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 19655 | 20341 | 63.87% |
| 2023 | 12554 | 13867 | 68.17% |
Yearly Growth of Female Student Enrolment in UKM (2022–2023)
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) offers women’s access schemes, including mentoring, scholarships, and other provisions. The mentor-mentee program is compulsory for all undergraduate students, supporting female students from their first year to graduation. UKM collaborates with Usanita Sdn Bhd (USANITA) and the e-Entrepreneurs Women Association Malaysia (EWA) to empower women entrepreneurs and students through mentoring. The Leadership Shadowing Program for new lecturers also saw strong female participation in 2023, with 52 out of 83 lecturers and 13 out of 45 mentors being women.
UKM provides scholarships such as the Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship, Zakat UKM Scholarship, and the Research Zamalah Scheme. In 2023, 1 out of 3 Vice-Chancellor’s and 5 out of 11 Zakat UKM Scholarships were awarded to women. UKM also assists students in securing external scholarships like PETRONAS and Maybank.
Through the Tun Fatimah Hashim Women’s Leadership Centre, UKM organises programs like webinars and short courses to uplift female students and leaders.
MENTORING
Mentor-Mentee Program
The mentor-mentee program, compulsory for all students from their first to final year, provides personalised guidance to help students succeed academically. Mentors are typically academic staff from the student’s own faculty, ensuring they understand the unique academic environment and challenges their mentees face. Given that UKM has more female students than male, this program is vital for empowering women and promoting gender equity, helping all students, particularly underperforming ones, excel in their studies.
In the Faculty of Islamic Studies, a Mentor-Mentee Week was organised from January 31 to February 5, 2023, to provide students an opportunity to meet their mentors. This initiative was designed to offer academic guidance and support, especially to help students prepare for their final exams. The program fosters a closer relationship between mentors and mentees, ensuring that students receive the necessary assistance to succeed in their studies, especially during critical periods like exam preparation.
Women Entrepreneurs Mentoring Scheme
In 2023, UKM collaborated with Usanita Sdn Bhd (USANITA) and the e-Entrepreneurs Women Association Malaysia (EWA) to empower women entrepreneurs and students. This program is a dedicated mentoring initiative for women who aspire to start their own businesses and pursue entrepreneurship.
USANITA aims to enhance the employability of women and students in the entrepreneurial sector by equipping them with essential industry skills. The collaboration between USANITA, UKM, and EWA Malaysia will focus on skill development, abilities, creativity, and innovation.
Leadership Shadowing Program
The Leadership Shadowing Program is an annual program organised by Profesional UKM for newly appointed lecturers. This program highlights strong female participation in 2023, with 52 out of 83 lecturers and 13 out of 45 mentors being women. This two-month program pairs new lecturers with senior leaders, offering valuable experience in leadership and governance, further promoting gender balance in university leadership roles.
The program is one of the university’s efforts to provide exposure, experience, and observation in leading the university both now and in the future. This talent group represents the future leaders of the university. The leaders are members of the university’s top management, including the Vice-Chancellor, Deputy Vice-Chancellors, Pro Vice-Chancellors, Legal Advisors, Deans, and Directors.
SCHOLARSHIPS
The UKM provides multiple scholarship opportunities for postgraduate students, including the Research Zamalah Scheme, the Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship, and the Zakat UKM Scholarship. These scholarships are aimed at supporting both Master’s and PhD students in their academic pursuits.
In 2023:
- Three students received the Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship, with one of the recipients being a female student.
- Eleven students received the Zakat UKM Scholarship, with five female recipients.
These scholarships are part of UKM’s broader efforts to support students financially and promote gender balance in higher education.
In addition, UKM also assists students in securing various established external scholarships, such as the PETRONAS Scholarship, Maybank Scholarship, Permodalan Nasional Berhad Scholarship, and many others. These scholarships are open to all genders without any discrimination, with the selection process based solely on academic performance and extracurricular achievements. This ensures equal opportunities for all students to benefit from financial support, fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment at UKM.
OTHER PROVISION
UKM also organised numerous programs related to women’s access schemes, usually under the Tun Fatimah Hashim Women’s Leadership Centre. In 2023, the centre held several “Women Leadership Webinars 2023,” including a webinar on “Women’s Leadership in Education and Community Research,” targeting all women lecturers and students.
Additionally, another “Women Leadership Webinar 2023” titled “Self-Empowerment in Leadership” featured a keynote speaker, Prof. Emerita Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Sharifah Hapsah Syed Hasan Shahabudin, the President of the National Council of Women’s Organizations Malaysia and former Vice-Chancellor of UKM.
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) actively encourages applications from women in underrepresented fields through university outreach and collaborations with other universities, government bodies, and STEM companies, promoting women’s participation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), entrepreneurship, and leadership.
In collaboration with industry and government bodies, UKM organised the Career & Entrepreneurship Expo (CEE) 2023 to promote entrepreneurship among women in STEM sectors. CEO Day @ UKM featured three keynote women speakers to inspire female leadership, while UKM supported female students in the HSBC Malaysia Business Case Competition, demonstrating that women can excel in competitive business environments.
Additionally, UKM extends STEM outreach specifically to the Bateq Indigenous Community, focusing on encouraging Bateq girls to engage in STEM fields. These efforts highlight UKM’s commitment to fostering educational equity, empowering women, and supporting diverse communities.
Collaboration with Other Universities, Government Bodies and STEM Companies
1. Career and Entrepreneurship Expo (CEE) 2023
The Career and Entrepreneurship Expo (CEE) 2023, held at UKM’s Chancellor Tun Abdul Razak Hall (DECTAR) on May 23-24, 2023, was an important initiative for promoting gender equality in career and business opportunities. The event provided a valuable platform for women, alongside men, to explore and pursue careers and entrepreneurial ventures, particularly in sectors where female representation has traditionally been lower.
In addition to supporting women in business, the expo involved Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) companies, offering further opportunities for women to explore career paths in STEM. This focus on STEM was crucial in addressing the gender gap in these fields. Moreover, high school students were invited to participate, giving them early exposure to career opportunities and educational pathways. The expo specifically aimed to promote STEM to everyone especially women, encouraging them to develop a strong interest and continue their studies in STEM fields.
Through these efforts, UKM ensured that the expo not only empowered women but also provided a space for all participants, regardless of background, to explore valuable opportunities, making sure no one is left behind in the growing business, entrepreneurial, and STEM sectors.
2. Program CEO Day@UKM
The Program CEO Day@UKM, organised by the Department of Food Science, Faculty of Science and Technology (FST) in collaboration with the Malaysian Palm Oil Council (MPOC), provided an invaluable opportunity for students, including women, to engage with industry leaders. Open to all students, this program offered insights into industry practices and fostered connections that could lead to future employment and internships. Such initiatives are vital for preparing women to take on leadership roles in industries where they are often underrepresented.
Additionally, the program brought three keynote women speakers to demonstrate to students and the public that women can excel in STEM sectors. Their presence served as powerful examples, showcasing how women can thrive and lead in traditionally male-dominated industries, encouraging greater female participation and leadership in STEM.
3. HSBC Malaysia Business Case Competition 2023
UKM students, consisting of female participants, secured third place in the HSBC Malaysia Business Case Competition 2023, an arena that is typically dominated by men. This achievement not only underscores the increasing participation and success of women in competitive business environments but also demonstrates that UKM consistently supports and empowers women in every field. By excelling in a traditionally male-dominated competition, these female participants inspire others to engage in business studies and careers, further promoting gender balance and equality.
University Outreach
University Outreach to Promote STEM Among Bateq Indigenous Community
The Faculty of Science and Technology Student Organisation (PMFST), in collaboration with Yayasan Food Bank Malaysia (YFBM), successfully organised the “CSR Kem Rimba Bateq PMFST” program at Kem Rimba Bateq PMFST, Pos Changkung, Kampung Keniam, Taman Negara Pahang, from November 10 to 12, 2023. This initiative aimed to make a positive impact on the Bateq community, with a strong emphasis on empowering Bateq girls as part of the commitment to SDG 5: Gender Equality.
The program placed a special focus on introducing Bateq girls to STEM subjects, particularly Mathematics and Microbiology, to inspire their interest in fields where women have been traditionally underrepresented. These sessions aimed to equip the girls with knowledge and spark their curiosity about science and technology. The Microbiology class provided hands-on learning about microorganisms, making science relevant and accessible. Mathematics lessons were designed to develop their critical thinking and problem-solving skills, essential tools for future success in STEM fields.
While the program also engaged Bateq boys to promote gender equality, the primary focus remained on ensuring that Bateq girls received the encouragement and resources necessary to pursue education in STEM, aligning with SDG 5. This initiative was a step towards ensuring that girls have equal opportunities in education and future careers, contributing to long-term gender equality in their community. Through this collaboration, UKM and YFBM aimed to empower Bateq women of the future by providing access to education and opportunities that would help them thrive in a modern, STEM-driven world.
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) has accessible childcare facilities for students, allowing recent mothers to attend university courses. Tunas UKM provides vital support to students, enabling women to focus on their education without the pressure of managing childcare. UKM’s Tunas Kindergarten, known as Tunas UKM, offers early education for children aged 4 to 6, based on the National Preschool Standard Curriculum (KSPK) and guidelines from the Ministry of Education (KPM).
Tunas UKM
Tunas UKM is a vital facility designed to ease the childcare responsibilities of students at UKM. By offering convenient and reliable care, Tunas UKM allows parents, especially mothers, to focus on their studies with peace of mind, knowing their children are in a safe and supportive environment. This facility is part of UKM’s broader initiative to foster a family-friendly campus, encouraging a balanced lifestyle for all members of the university community.
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) has accessible childcare facilities for staff and faculty. Tunas UKM is designated for staff, providing essential support for balancing professional responsibilities with childcare.
Additionally, at Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz UKM, the university offers Taska Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz, a childcare facility for children aged 3 months to 4 years old. These facilities reflect UKM’s commitment to creating a supportive environment for staff, allowing them to focus on their work while ensuring their children are well cared for.
Additional facilities include dedicated lactation rooms for female staff, providing a comfortable and private setting for nursing mothers, further enhancing UKM’s support for working mothers.
Tunas UKM
Tunas UKM is a vital facility designed to ease the childcare responsibilities of both staff and students at UKM. By offering convenient and reliable care, Tunas UKM allows parents, especially mothers, to focus on their work or studies with peace of mind, knowing their children are in a safe and supportive environment. This facility is part of UKM’s broader initiative to foster a family-friendly campus, encouraging a balanced lifestyle for all members of the university community.
Taska Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM)
The Taska Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM), UKM, is categorised as a workplace childcare centre, where Taska HCTM accepts more than 10 children and is an exempted registered childcare centre under the Department of Social Welfare (JKM). This childcare centre caters exclusively to children aged 3 months to 4 years old.
The childcare services are classified according to the following age groups:
| Permata Class | Age | Number of Children |
|---|---|---|
| Permata 1 | 3 months -1 year 3 months | 12 children |
| Permata 2 | 1 year 3 months – 2 years | 17 children |
| Permata 3 | 3 years | 21 children |
| Permata 3 | 4 years | 24 children |
Lactation Room
The lactation room facility, located at Hospital Canselor Tuanku Muhriz (HCTM), provides a comfortable and private space for nursing mothers. This dedicated area is designed to ensure that all staff feel comfortable while balancing their work and nursing responsibilities.
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) has women’s mentoring schemes, with at least 10% of female students participating. The compulsory mentor-mentee program offers personalised guidance from academic staff, helping students, especially women, succeed academically. With more female students than male, this program is key to promoting gender equity and empowering underperforming students.
Additionally, the Leadership Shadowing Program for newly appointed lecturers includes strong female participation, with 52 of 83 lecturers and 13 of 45 mentors being women. This initiative fosters leadership development and promotes gender balance in university governance.
UKM also collaborates with USANITA and EWA for the Women Entrepreneurs Mentoring Scheme, designed to empower women and students interested in entrepreneurship. This program focuses on enhancing skills, creativity, and employability in the business sector, equipping participants with the tools needed to succeed as entrepreneurs.
UKM Mentor-Mentee Program
In the Faculty of Islamic Studies, a Mentor-Mentee Week was organised from January 31 to February 5, 2023, to provide students an opportunity to meet their mentors. This initiative was designed to offer academic guidance and support, especially to help students prepare for their final exams. The program fosters a closer relationship between mentors and mentees, ensuring that students receive the necessary assistance to succeed in their studies, especially during critical periods like exam preparation.
Leadership Shadowing Program
The Leadership Shadowing Program is an annual program organised by Profesional UKM for newly appointed lecturers. This program highlights strong female participation in 2023, with 52 out of 83 lecturers and 13 out of 45 mentors being women. This two-month program pairs new lecturers with senior leaders, offering valuable experience in leadership and governance, further promoting gender balance in university leadership roles.
The program is one of the university’s efforts to provide exposure, experience, and observation in leading the university both now and in the future. This talent group represents the future leaders of the university. The leaders are members of the university’s top management, including the Vice-Chancellor, Deputy Vice-Chancellors, Pro Vice-Chancellors, Legal Advisors, Deans, and Directors.
Women Entrepreneurs Mentoring Scheme
In 2023, UKM collaborated with Usanita Sdn Bhd (USANITA) and the e-Entrepreneurs Women Association Malaysia (EWA) to empower women entrepreneurs and students. This program is a dedicated mentoring initiative for women who aspire to start their own businesses and pursue entrepreneurship.
USANITA aims to enhance the employability of women and students in the entrepreneurial sector by equipping them with essential industry skills. The collaboration between USANITA, UKM, and EWA Malaysia will focus on skill development, abilities, creativity, and innovation.
Women’s Likelihood of Graduating
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) has tracking of women’s likelihood of graduating compared to men’s, and schemes in place to close any gap.
In 2023, UKM saw impressive progress in gender equality, with women comprising 65.17% of total graduates (4,697 out of 7,255). This reflects a steady increase from 2022, where women made up 64.95% (4,099 out of 6,311), and 62.90% in 2021 (3,844 out of 6,128).
These figures underscore UKM’s dedication to SDG 5, ensuring strong female participation in higher education. The consistent rise in the proportion of female graduates highlights the university’s commitment to fostering an inclusive academic environment. UKM’s support for women across all education levels is evident, as female graduation rates continue to grow each year, showcasing positive strides toward gender equality in education.
Overall, 2023 saw continued strong female representation, affirming UKM’s dedication to SDG 5.
Graduation Rates by Gender and Education Level at UKM (2021–2023)
| Year/ Education Level | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | |||||||
| Male | Female | %F | Male | Female | %F | Male | Female | %F | ||
| Bachelors | 1592 | 2699 | 62.90 | 1498 | 2915 | 66.05 | 1295 | 2745 | 67.95 | |
| Masters | 459 | 784 | 63.07 | 478 | 832 | 63.51 | 959 | 1568 | 62.05 | |
| PhD | 233 | 361 | 60.77 | 136 | 252 | 64.95 | 304 | 384 | 55.81 | |
Policy for Women Applications and Entry
UKM has a policy that ensures fair treatment regarding women’s applications, acceptance, and participation at the university. According to the Undergraduate Admission Requirements Booklet UKM Academic Session 2023/2024 (Page 11), it is explicitly stated that there is no gender-based discrimination, and all applications are open to Malaysian citizens who are at least 21 years old at the time of application, for all programs offered at UKM.
In 2023, the majority of student enrollments at UKM were female, with 13,867 female students out of a total of 20,341 students. This represents an increase from 2022, where 12,554 female students were enrolled out of 19,655 total active students. This data reflects the university’s commitment to promoting gender equality and inclusivity, further supporting Sustainable Development Goal 5, which aims to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.
Undergraduate Admission Requirements Booklet UKM Academic Session 2023/2024 Link:
http://www.ukm.my/kelestarian/data/sdg5/Syarat-Kemasukan-Program-Prasiswazah-UKM-2023-2024.pdf
The image above displays the front cover of the “Undergraduate Admission Requirements Booklet UKM Academic Session 2023/2024,” which provides detailed information about the admission requirements for undergraduate programs at UKM.
Yearly Female Student Enrollment in UKM (2022-2023)
The bar chart below shows an increase of 10.46% in the enrollment of female students from 2022 to 2023.
| YEAR | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Number of Students | 19655 | 20341 |
| Total Number of Female Students | 12554 | 13867 |
Student Access Measures
Tracking System on Women’s Application Rate
The admission rate of female students is higher than the admission rate of male students (more than 50%). For the Doctor of Philosophy study level, there is an increase in the admission of female students in the year 2022 compared to 2021. This shows that women are increasingly understanding the importance of obtaining a higher education in guaranteeing their quality of life.
Policy on Women’s Acceptance/Entry
Based on the Entry Requirements for Undergraduate Program for Academic Session 2022/2023, there is no discrimination made based on gender in which all applications offered in UKM are open to Malaysian citizens and aged at least 21 years old and above in the year the application was made.
According to the current student enrollment, the majority of the student enrollment in UKM is female.
Women’s access schemes
The Academic Mentoring System in UKM or also known as UKM Mentor-Mentee Program is mandatory to all students regardless of their achievement performance. Every UKM student who registers at every faculty has been determined by their respective mentors by each respective department.
Other than that, The Welfare Unit from the Center of Student Affairs is responsible for providing these supports. This unit prioritizes the welfare of students with 8 main cores which are food aid, vehicles (welfare services), aid fund, insurance, disabled and indigenous people, B40 data & education aid, scholarship and sponsorship, and Pusanika and Natural Education Forest. All aid and sponsorship is open and given to all UKM students which includes female students as well.
Encouragement on Women’s Application
SULUNG Malaysian Family Student Development Program (SULUNG) is an initiative introduced by the Ministry of Higher Education (MOHE) to provide opportunities such as collaboration with industries for marketability of B40 graduates, and provide assistances in order to continue their studies in the universities for the first generation students who excel among B40 families but are less able.
Furthermore, the Center of Student Affairs (HEP) UKM organized the program Jejak Anak Watan to UKM’s prospective students’ homes to hand over offer letters to the university as well as assistance with admission fees and living expenses to five students, to lessen the burden of the preparation of student’s family before stepping onto campus.
Women’s Progress Measures
UKM has awarded 276 of women employees during the Service Award Appreciation Ceremony in purpose of recognizing the outstanding achievements of UKM staff in the 2021 performance evaluation as well as appreciating the loyalty and commitment of staff who have been serving at UKM for a long time.
Track Women’s Graduation Rate
Women’s Likelihood of Graduating
UKM has a consistent track record of tracking women’s likelihood of graduating compared to men and implementing schemes to address any gender gaps.
In 2023, the data shows that female students outperformed their male counterparts in completing their studies at the Bachelor’s (67.12%), Master’s (63.71%), and PhD (55.81%) levels. This trend has been increasing since 2021, where female graduates represented 65.25% in Bachelor’s programs, 60.12% in Master’s, and 43.64% in PhD programs. The steady rise in female graduation rates from 2021 to 2023 reflects the growing awareness among women about the importance of higher education in securing better opportunities and improving their quality of life.
These positive trends emphasise the university’s commitment to gender equity, ensuring that women continue to thrive in their academic pursuits and contribute to societal progress.
| Year/ Education Level | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | ||||||
| Male | Female | %F | Male | Female | %F | Male | Female | %F | |
| Bachelors | 1132 | 2126 | 65.25 | 1393 | 2796 | 66.75 | 1295 | 2643 | 67.12 |
| Masters | 197 | 297 | 60.12 | 478 | 832 | 63.51 | 893 | 1568 | 63.71 |
| PhD | 31 | 24 | 43.64 | 136 | 202 | 59.76 | 304 | 384 | 55.81 |
Accessible Childcare Facilities for Mothers
UKM Tunas Kindergarten
Commonly known as Tadika Tunas UKM provides an early education program for children as young as 4, 5 and 6 years old that is based on the National Preschool Standard Curriculum (KSPK) and is subject to guidelines issued by the Malaysian Ministry of Education (KPM). Tunas Permata facilities are not only extended to staff, but also to UKM students.Currently, the kindergarten has a total of 120 students with a staff of 15.
Graduate room
Every faculty in UKM has a room designated for postgraduate students. These rooms are provided for students to carry out research activities. Not only that, this room is conducive for mothers who may bring their children to this room while doing their work.
Lactation room
UKM provides lactation room facilities for female staff to nurse their babies.
Women’s Mentoring Schemes
The Leadership Shadowing Program is a professional training to train potential leaders among young UKM lecturers, whether male or female. This program started on 1 July 2022 and will be implemented continuously for each year. This 2-month program must be followed by newly appointed academic staff as a leadership training program. This is one of the university’s efforts to provide exposure, experience and observation in leading the university in the present and future. The “ Shadow” or Pembayang is a participant consisting of lecturers in the appointed grade 51.
Women’s Leadership Centre
UKM Tun Fatimah Hashim Women’s Leadership Centre (TFHWLC) is responsible for empowering women with education, training, research and policy formulation input towards fulfilling the demands and challenges of the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
The TFHWLC offers various programs and training to further increase their knowledge and awareness in regards to issues relating to women such as leadership, entrepreneurship, self-defense, and healthcare such as cancer. All of the programs organized by TFHWLC are open to all which also includes UKM female employees and students.
Women’s Likelihood of Graduating
UKM has a track record of women’s likelihood of graduating compared to men’s and schemes in place to close any gap.
Overall, the majority of the graduates from UKM are female
Policy on Reporting Discrimination From Educational/ Employment Disadvantage
This Code of Practice aims to explain the procedures for handling complaints and preventing sexual harassment that can be taken and implemented on staff, students and outsiders who deal with UKM; This Code of Practice serves as a reference for Heads of Departments and Officers regarding the conduct of sexual harassment as well as the actions that can be taken by the parties involved in dealing with the conduct of sexual harassment in the workplace.
UKM has diligently instituted a comprehensive reporting policy aimed at addressing incidents of discrimination and sexual violence. It is imperative to note that any and all forms of discrimination are subject to rigorous investigation, and the university prioritizes safeguarding the confidentiality of the whistleblower’s personal information, as stipulated in the 2019 UKM Whistleblower Policy.
Women’s Leadership Webinar
Referral for Sexual Harrassment Cases
According to Codes of Practice on Compaint Management and Sexual Misconduct Prevention (Amendment) 2021, individuals affected by sexual harrassment may be referred for psychological support and assessment.
Rehabilitation/Empowerment Programs for Sexual Harrassment Cases
As stated in Codes of Practice on Compaint Management and Sexual Misconduct Prevention (Amendment) 2021.
SDG 5 Poster
