Shah Alam, 23 November 2016  –As part of the Legal Forum 4U & Me initiative under the Legal Affairs Division, Prime Minister’s Department, the second series of Legal Forum 4U & Me with the theme “Social Media and the Community” in collaboration with the Faculty of Law and Government, HELP University was held at the HELP University Campus Subang 2 on 23 November 2016. This programme was officiated by Yang Berhormat Dato’ Razali bin Ibrahim, Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department. The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has also given great support to this programme and has joined hands in promoting awareness on social media to the participants who were mainly the law students and lecturers of HELP University.

In his opening speech, Yang Berhormat Dato’ Razali bin Ibrahim highlighted that the notion of freedom of speech comes together with the element of social responsibility. He elaborated that it is a person’s right to have opinions on matters whether in approval or in disagreement. However, responsibility and accountability should not be forsaken when one is exercising freedom of expression.

To further encourage intellectual thoughts on this topic, Social Media Talk was held where Dr Jaspal Kaur from the HELP University presented on “The Legal Basin of Media Rights (and Responsibilities) for the Fifth Estate: A Consideration of Established and New Principles” followed by Mr. Zulkarnain Mohd Yasin, Chief Officer Network Security and Enforcement Sector, MCMC presented on “Revisiting Freedom of Speech in the Social Media Era”. A workshop was then conducted with the law students and lecturers of the HELP University, to discuss and generate ideas on the need and necessity to regulate social media.

Opening Ceremony of Legal Forum 4U & Me
[From left: YBhg. Dato’ Sri Dr. Halim Shafie, Chairman of MCMC; YBhg. Professor Datuk Dr. Paul Chan Tuck Hoong, Vice Chancellor and President of HELP University;
Yang Berhormat Dato’ Razali bin Ibrahim, Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department; YBhg. Datuk Jalil bin Marzuki, Director General of Legal Affairs Division, Prime Minister’s Department;
and YBhg. Datin Chan Lao Kam Yoke, Group CEO of HELP Education Group]

 

Welcome Address by YBhg. Professor Datuk Dr. Paul Chan Tuck Hoong, Vice Chancellor and President of HELP University

Opening Speech by Yang Berhormat Dato’ Razali bin Ibrahim, Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department

 

Guests and participants of Legal Forum 4U & Me

YBhg. Professor Datuk Dr. Paul Chan presenting token of appreciation to YB Dato’ Razali bin Ibrahim

Photo session with guests and participants

YB Dato’ Razali bin Ibrahim visiting exhibition booth by law students of HELP University

YB Dato’ Razali bin Ibrahim visiting exhibition booth by MCMC

Press Conference with YB Dato’ Razali bin Ibrahim

Social Media Talk

Student’s workshop on Social Media

 

 

Gombak, 10 November 2016  – Human rights issues are gaining place in today’s society as more people are aware of their inherent rights as human beings and accordingly the need to respect the rights of others. Realising this, the Legal Affairs Division, Prime Minister’s Department in collaboration with Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah Of Laws (AIKOL), International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) under the Legal Forum 4U & Me initiative has organised this program with the theme “Human Rights Involving Vulnerable Groups” at the Moot Court on 10 November 2016. This programme was officiated by YBhg. Datuk Jalil bin Marzuki, Director General of Legal Affairs Division, Prime Minister’s Department on behalf of Yang Berhormat Dato’ Razali bin Ismail, Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department. This programme was attended by law lecturers and students of AIKOL as well as senior officers from Legal Affairs Division..

The programme was aimed to raise awareness especially among younger generation on the protection of rights and dignity of children, elderly citizens and physically challenged persons. Apart from that, the programme also seeks to provide a platform for young generation to discuss human rights issues in particular violations of human rights, enforcement of human rights instruments and strategies for the improvement of human rights in Malaysia.

The keynote speech entitled “Human Rights Involving Vulnerable Groups: The International Instruments and Domestic Laws of Malaysia” was delivered by YBrs. Associate Professor Dr. Nuraisyah Chua Abdullah from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM). Two other forums were also conducted on the topic of “Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Involving Children in Malaysia” as well as “Protection of Elderly and Disabled Persons: Legal and Practical Approach” which consists of prominent panellists from the Government agencies, academia, non-governmental organisation and practitioner.

Opening Ceremony of Legal Forum 4U & Me [From left: YBhg. Prof. Ashgar Ali bin Ali Mohamad, Dean of Ahmad Ibrahim Kulliyyah of Laws (AIKOL), IIUM; YBhg. Prof. Dato’ Sri Dr. Zaleha Kamarudin, Rector of IIUM; YBhg. Datuk Jalil bin Ibrahim, Director General of Legal Affairs Division, Prime Minister’s Department; YBrs. Dr. Nor Mazny Abdul Majid, Deputy Director General (Policy & Development) of Legal Affairs Division, Prime Minister’s Department; and YBrs. Dr. Nasarudin Abdul Rahman, Deputy Dean (Student Affairs), AIKOL, IIUM]

Welcome Address by YBhg. Prof. Dato’ Sri Dr. Zaleha Kamarudin, Rector of IIUM

YBhg. Datuk Jalil bin Ibrahim, Director General of Legal Affairs Division, Prime Minister’s Department delivering the opening speech on behalf of Yang Berhormat Dato’ Razali bin Ibrahim, Deputy Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department

Guests and participants of Legal Forum 4U & Me

Associate Professor Dr. Nuraisyah Chua Abdullah delivering the keynote address entitled “Human Rights Involving Vulnerable groups : The International Instruments and Domestic Laws of Malaysia”

Forum 1: Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Involving Children in Malaysia [Panelists from left: Ms. Sivaselvi Supramaniam, UNICEF; Mr. Chua Choon Hwa, Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development; P/Supt Tan Geok Haji Dusuki, Royal Malaysian Police College; Dr. Farah Nini Dato’ Haji Dusuki, University of Malaya; and Associate Professor Dr. Khairil Azmin Mokhtar, IIUM (Moderator)]

During the Question and Answer Session

Presentation by Professor Dr. Ruzita Mohd. Amin, Head of Disability Services Unit, IIUM during Forum 2: Protection of Elderly and Disabled Persons: Legal and Practical Approach

Presentation by Dr. Suhaila Omar, Consultant Paediatrician from Selayang Hospital during Forum 2: Protection of Elderly and Disabled Persons: Legal and Practical Approach

Putrajaya, 15 November 2016 – YBhg. Datuk Haini Hassan, Director General of the Legal Aid Department (LAD) in her speech, highlighted that the budget for 2017 is still upholding the concept of prudent spending. "Be Thrifty when it is a lot, save when it is little" which encourage people to spend money and resources wisely and not waste it unnecessarily.

According to Y.Bhg Datuk Haini, good financial management is the result of a prudent and efficient expenditure management which will enable organizations to run and operate smoothly and successfully. In order to achieve this, earlier planning must be done based on priority and the stipulated financial regulation.

She also stressed that any changes, addition or expansion of the activities or programs that are not in plan or deviate from the original plan, will resulted in an increased expenditure.

She hopes all employees will cooperate with the top management in ensuring the implementation of prudent spending is a success.

She was speaking at the monthly assembly BHEUU, JBG and MdI here today.

YBhg. Datuk Haini binti Hassan,
Director General of LAD delivering her speech

 

Employees of BHEUU, MdI and LAD who attended monthly assembly BHEUU 11 / 2016.

 

Congratulations to Madam Nabawiyah binti Zainol,
Operations Assistant in Corporate Communication Unit which was chosen as Example Employee of the month for BHEUU.

Congratulations to Madam Marina binti Ahmad Taib @ Mior Abd. Karim,
Assistant Legal Officer at MdI Taiping, Perak which was chosen as Example Employee of the month for MdI.

 

Congratulations to the winners of volleyball competition, organized by the Sports and Welfare Club (KSK), BHEUU

 

 

Putrajaya, August 16 – Innovation Visit to the Energy Commission (EC) – The Diamond Building, was held on August 16, 2016. The visit was organized by the Innovation Unit. 10 participants comprising Deputy Director General (Management), Directors of Section of BHEUU and the organizing committee, attended this visit. The briefing session was presented by Madam Hamidah Abdul Rashid, Head of Administration and Facilities Management, Energy Commission. The objective of this visit is to see, to learn, and to share ideas about innovative practices in the Energy Commission.

Participants Innovation Visit to the Energy Commission (EC) Diamond Building.

 

Madam Hamidah explaining about the Energy Commission Diamond Building in briefing session to all participants.

 

 

 

 

 

Pictures of the tour. 

 

A presentation of souvenirs to the speaker, Madam Hamidah Abdul Rashid by Mr. Mohd Yusoff Bin Aman, Deputy Director General (Management). 

 

Photo session of participants Innovation visits to the Energy Commission (EC) with Madam Hamidah Abdul Rashid, Speaker from Energy Commission (EC).