Refining equality and building inclusion


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  • Sunday, 30 Mar 2025

Programmes to empower women like Alia have helped women to make strides in the technical industry. — Photo provided

FOR 38-year-old Alia Amalina Md Noor, becoming an engineer was more than just a career – it was a lifelong dream.

As a child, she watched her father, a small construction and renovation business owner, pore over blueprints and discuss projects. Inspired by his work, she grew up with a clear ambition.

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