16.3 – Working with Government

16.3.2 – Policy and Lawmakers Outreach and Education

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) is deeply committed to fostering knowledge-sharing and capacity-building through its outreach and educational initiatives tailored to policymakers and lawmakers. Recognising the importance of informed decision-making, UKM offers various programs that focus on upskilling and enhancing the expertise of these stakeholders on critical and emerging topics. By providing general education and skill-enhancement opportunities, UKM aims to empower policymakers and legislators with the insights needed to navigate complex challenges, promote sustainable practices, and make impactful decisions. This commitment aligns with UKM’s mission to be a proactive contributor to societal development, advancing knowledge in ways that drive positive policy transformations.

Master of Social Science (Corruption Studies) Program UKM-SPRM

UKM collaborates with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Academy, Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), to offer the Master of Social Science (Corruption Studies) Program.

❖ Course Objectives

This program aims to provide value-added knowledge and advanced academic training to MACC officers and enforcement agency officers, both local and international, to enhance their professionalism.

The program produces graduates who are attuned to the latest developments in design, approaches, and technologies in corruption activities and management at the international level.

The program enhances the capabilities of MACC officers and related agency officers by equipping them with up-to-date career knowledge, heightened awareness of current developments, and a broad and deep perspective, preparing them as future leaders in the MACC and high-level enforcement agencies.

• The main course modules include:
  • Sociology of Corruption
  • Criminology
  • Law and Corruption Crimes
  • Advanced Research Methods
  • Corruption Investigation and Management
  • Ethics, Governance, and Corruption
  • Corruption Crimes and Social Control
  • International Benchmarking Project
  • Master’s Thesis in Corruption Studies

For further information can visit this link : https://gmaca.sprm.gov.my/ms/program_sarjana

Involvement Expert in Policy and Lawmakers

1. Dr. Rospidah Ghazali

Dr. Rospidah Ghazali, as Head of the Center for Environmental, Economic, and Social Sustainability Research at the Institute for Environment and Development (LESTARI), UKM, has been instrumental in shaping policies within the Working Committee for the National Food Security Blueprint (KBSMN) under the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security. Leveraging her expertise in developmental economics, agriculture, and food security, she has contributed significantly to drafting strategies and action plans to fortify the nation’s food security framework. 

In her role as a policymaker, Dr. Rospidah actively participated in the 2023 Budget Focus Group Session on Food Security and Inclusive Rural Development with the Ministry of Finance, where critical issues such as community-based agricultural development, the productive use of idle land, and enhancing food supply chain management through automation and technology were addressed.

The image above shows the invitation letter (31st January 2023) of Dr. Rospidah Ghazali as Working Committee for the National Food Security Blueprint (KBSMN)

2. Gs. Dr. Nuriah Abd Majid 

Gs. Dr. Nuriah Abd Majid, a research fellow at the Institute for Environment and Development (LESTARI), UKM, has played a crucial role in shaping policies for sustainable forest management in Malaysia. As part of her involvement with the Department of Forestry Peninsular Malaysia, she participated in a meeting with consultants on a study assessing the costs of forest production within Permanent Forest Reserves in Peninsular Malaysia. Her contributions, grounded in her expertise in Geographic Information Science, Geo-disasters, and Urban Geography, reflect her influence in formulating policies that promote responsible forest management. Additionally, her role as a member of the National Geoinformation/Geoinformatics Research Technical Committee further emphasizes her commitment and influence as a policymaker in environmental sustainability and geospatial governance in Malaysia.

The image above shows the invitation letter (9th November 2023) of Gs. Dr. Nuriah Abd Majid as Working Committee for the National Food Security Blueprint (KBSMN)
The image above shows the invitation letter (8th Mei 2023) of Gs. Dr. Nuriah Abd Majid to join a meeting as a member of National Geoinformation/Geoinformatics Research Technical Committee

3. Associate Professor Dr. Sarah Abdul Ghani Aziz 

Associate Professor Dr. Sarah Abdul Ghani Aziz, a Senior Fellow at the Institute for Environment and Development (LESTARI), UKM, has been instrumental in shaping policies related to coastal resilience and climate change adaptation in Malaysia. As a participant in the refinement discussion for the Compendium on Research Impact and Response to Sea Level Rise on National Coastal Security and Assets, organised by the National Hydraulic Research Institute of Malaysia (NAHRIM), she has leveraged her expertise in environmental law and sustainable development to influence strategies that address the challenges posed by rising sea levels. Her role in these discussions underscores her influence and is dedicated to enhancing national coastal security and sustainable development.

The image above shows the invitation letter (4th April 2023) of Associate Professor Dr. Sarah Abdul Ghani Aziz to participated in the refinement discussion for the Compendium on Research Impact and Response to Sea Level Rise on National Coastal Security and Assets

4. Professor Dr. Goh Choo Ta 

Professor Dr. Goh Choo Ta, Director of the Institute for Environment and Development (LESTARI) at UKM, has been pivotal in shaping policies for environmental health and chemical safety in Malaysia. His significant role in the 9th National Environmental Health Action Plan (NEHAP) Conference, organized by the Ministry of Health Malaysia, highlights his influence as a policymaker in addressing critical environmental health issues, particularly in hazardous chemical management. As a member of the Thematic Working Group (TWG) and Core Team for NEHAP Malaysia, Dr. Goh has contributed his expertise in chemical governance to the formulation of strategies that enhance public health through effective environmental and chemical safety management.

The image above shows the invitation letter (11th September 2023) of Professor Dr. Goh Choo Ta to join the conference as a member of the Thematic Working Group (TWG) or Core Team Member of NEHAP Malaysia.