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05 June 2018

Overprotected and Underserved: The influence of Law on Young People's Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health in Malaysia

This report presents the finding of the study that explored youth’s and health service providers’ knowledge, perceptions and understanding of various areas of law; and how these affects young people’s access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services in Malaysia. The report has confirmed that laws, socio-cultural norms, religious beliefs play critical roles directly or indirectly in young people’s access to sexual and reproductive health services in Malaysia. Understanding and acknowledging the influence of laws, religion, and culture would improve young people’s access to sexual and reproductive health in Malaysia. In recent years there has been a growing interest amongst advocates for sexual and reproductive rights in the interplay between legal frameworks and access to protections and services. This research project contributes to efforts to build evidence and knowledge in this area, to guide future advocacy and programming work, with the ultimate aim of promoting and protecting young people’s sexual and reproductive rights.

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Federation of Reproductive Health Associations, Malaysia

The Federation of Reproductive Health Associations of Malaysia (FRHAM) is the leading NGO in Malaysia that advocates and promotes SRHR, including family planning and reproductive rights of women, men, and young people. It is 1 of the 3 main agencies that implements family planning and SRHR programmes in Malaysia.

Our Mission:

To champion sexual and reproductive health and rights for all particularly the marginalised and underserved.

Our Vision:

All people in Malaysia have access to information and services on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).

FRHAM operates in 13 States in Malaysia, delivering a broad range of services through a sophisticated and extensive network of 27 static clinics, 2 mobile clinics, and 145 private physician as their service delivery points. Services include sexual and reproductive health consultation, assistance and prescribing, contraceptive counselling and fertility management, and the promotion of women’s independence through economic/work-based initiatives.

We also work with marginalized groups who face SRHR challenges, including refugees, migrant workers, indigenous groups and the LGBTIQ community. FRHAM provides SRHR training and workshops to corporate bodies and specialises in adolescent’s rights in SRHR.

Picture of six children smiling

05 June 2018

Overprotected and Underserved: The influence of Law on Young People's Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health in Malaysia

This report presents the finding of the study that explored youth’s and health service providers’ knowledge, perceptions and understanding of various areas of law; and how these affects young people’s access to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) services in Malaysia. The report has confirmed that laws, socio-cultural norms, religious beliefs play critical roles directly or indirectly in young people’s access to sexual and reproductive health services in Malaysia. Understanding and acknowledging the influence of laws, religion, and culture would improve young people’s access to sexual and reproductive health in Malaysia. In recent years there has been a growing interest amongst advocates for sexual and reproductive rights in the interplay between legal frameworks and access to protections and services. This research project contributes to efforts to build evidence and knowledge in this area, to guide future advocacy and programming work, with the ultimate aim of promoting and protecting young people’s sexual and reproductive rights.

Read more

Federation of Reproductive Health Associations, Malaysia

The Federation of Reproductive Health Associations of Malaysia (FRHAM) is the leading NGO in Malaysia that advocates and promotes SRHR, including family planning and reproductive rights of women, men, and young people. It is 1 of the 3 main agencies that implements family planning and SRHR programmes in Malaysia.

Our Mission:

To champion sexual and reproductive health and rights for all particularly the marginalised and underserved.

Our Vision:

All people in Malaysia have access to information and services on sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR).

FRHAM operates in 13 States in Malaysia, delivering a broad range of services through a sophisticated and extensive network of 27 static clinics, 2 mobile clinics, and 145 private physician as their service delivery points. Services include sexual and reproductive health consultation, assistance and prescribing, contraceptive counselling and fertility management, and the promotion of women’s independence through economic/work-based initiatives.

We also work with marginalized groups who face SRHR challenges, including refugees, migrant workers, indigenous groups and the LGBTIQ community. FRHAM provides SRHR training and workshops to corporate bodies and specialises in adolescent’s rights in SRHR.

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