Group calls for improved safety net to help abuse survivors

PETALING JAYA: As calls to domestic violence hotlines jumped by over 200% during the movement control order (MCO) period, a women’s group is urging Malaysia to strengthen its safety net for survivors, especially in these unprecedented times.

Women’s Aid Organisation (WAO) research head Shazana Agha said compared to the 250 enquiries it received in February before the MCO, there were 898 in April and 848 in May, a jump of over 200%.