Women’s groups look to Nancy Shukri to spearhead law reforms


PETALING JAYA: Women’s groups are urging the newly-appointed Women, Family and Community Development minister to pursue law reforms, including for the protection of children.

Women’s Aid Organisation advocacy director Abinaya Mohan said they trust Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri to look into closing existing gaps in protection for women from violence and bolstering initiatives to improve gender equality.

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