Women's Aid Organisation

03/05/2024

Exciting News! We are thrilled to introduce the newly elected Women's Aid Organisation Executive Committee (EXCO) for 2024-2026. Join us in welcoming these incredible women who are dedicated to championing gender equality and making a difference. Together, we will continue to work towards a safer, more equitable society for all women.

President: Sumitha Shaanthinni Kishna
Vice President: Musfiza Mustapa
Secretary: Majidah Hashim
Assistant Secretary: Shoba Aiyar
Treasurer: Divvyananthini Manoharan
Assistant Treasurer: Carol Chin
Committee Members: Premalatha Govindasamy, Yeow Ai Lin, & Lee Jia Peng

11/04/2024

Selamat Hari Raya from all at ! Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed celebration. May you enjoy all the delicious ketupats and rendang. Stay safe, wherever you are!

01/04/2024

ANNOUNCEMENT : WAO website is currently down for maintenance. We will be back soon. Thank you for your patience and sorry for any inconvinience caused.

For any enquiries do email to [email protected]

11/03/2024

Women and children survivors of abuse need your help to escape violence. They can’t do it alone.

RM50 goes a long way to help survivors leave their abusive home and seek refuge in WAO safe spaces.

WAO provides comprehensive services for survivors to recover from injuries and heal from trauma.

Know more : www.wao.org.my
Partner for good : [email protected]

11/03/2024

Kami di Pertubuhan Pertolongan Wanita, WAO ingin mengucapkan “Selamat Menjalani Ibadah Puasa”kepada seluruh umat Islam di Malaysia. Semoga Ramadan kali ini membawa keberkatan kepada kita semua.

WAO would like to wish all Muslims Ramadan Kareem.

07/03/2024

In solidarity we move forward 365 days a year to speak out against abuses, violence and discrimination.

Making Malaysia a better country for women,
we do it for you, for them, for her, for us all.

NO EXCUSE FOR ABUSE. WAO has zero tolerance for abuse.

Then, today and always.

Happy International Women’s Day ❤️

26/02/2024

: Spotlight with Isma

In conjunction of the forthcoming International Women’s Day in March with the theme “Invest in Women”, join us for an insightful discussion on the importance of financial literacy among women, featuring renowned experts Rejina Rahim and Sherry Sheriff, founder of Wahine Capital. In this enlightening YouTube video, Rejina and Sherry will share their expertise and practical tips for women to take control of their financial futures.

Financial literacy is essential for women to achieve economic independence and make informed financial decisions.

Whether you’re a young professional just starting your career, a stay-at-home mom managing household finances, or a seasoned entrepreneur, this conversation will provide valuable information and inspiration to help you build a secure financial future.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from Rejina Rahim and Sherry Sheriff as they share their expertise and empower women to achieve financial independence and success. Tune in to WAO YouTube channel on 27 February 2024, 8PM.

Youtube link: https://youtu.be/fbNWsmVOyz4

26/02/2024

Pertubuhan Pertolongan Wanita, WAO bertuah apabila diberi peluang membuka “booth” di Persidangan Hak Asasi Manusia 2024 Ahad lalu, di mana ia dihadiri ramai pengamal dan aktivis undang-undang terkemuka. “Booth” dikendalikan sukarelawan WAO bagi berkongsi maklumat mengenai usaha-usaha dilakukan WAO kepada tetamu yang hadir selain mengumpul dana bagi memastikan bantuan kepada wanita dan kanak-kanak yang menjadi mangsa keganasan rumahtangga dapat diteruskan.
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Our volunteers set up a booth dedicated at the Women's Rights Conference 2024, where some of the best legal minds and activists gathered for a full day of panel and networking sessions. WAO is grateful to be given the opportunity to spread awareness and raise funds at the conference to continue our crucial life-saving work for women and children survivors of violence.

14/02/2024

If you happen to be at Sunway Putra Mall, be sure to visit @ West Wing, Ground Floor to explore the limited-time display of the Hush Hush Gifts Collection (14-15 February). A collaboration between WAO, IPG Media Brand, and Sunway Putra Mall that shining a light on love bombing.

For more information about our organisation, visit our website at www.wao.org.my

This Valentine’s Day, together with Women’s Aid Organisation Malaysia, we are shining a light on love bombing through The Hush Hush Gifts Collection, on display for a limited period between 14 & 15 Feb 2024 @ West Wing, Ground Floor.

Visit WAO’s Instagram to learn more and lets stop the cycle of abuse together.