GENDER EQUALITY
Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls
Our Journey Towards Gender Equality
Key milestones in UTHM's commitment to gender equality and women empowerment
Optimize women's potential, help shape a more progressive nation
The extraordinary achievements of women in various fields should be celebrated because, the role of women not only contributes to the development of the country, but also creates changes that have a profound impact on society. These great women not only break through barriers, but they also change the rules of the game, reflecting the true spirit of a woman.
A bold new chapter: UTHM-UNESCO chair leads with four transformative drivers of change
With its official appointment as the UNESCO Chair on TVET Educator’s Competence and Transversal Skills for Professional Development, effective from 30 June 2025 to 30 June 2029, UTHM joins a distinguished group of global universities entrusted by UNESCO to advance TVET, research, innovation, and educational leadership.
UTHM is awarded ‘Prestigious UNESCO Chair’ to promote TVET globally
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM) has been awarded the prestigious UNESCO Chair on TVET Educator Competence and Transversal Skills for Professional Development for the period of 2025-2029. This recognition reinforces UTHM's global leadership in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), highlighting its commitment to research, innovation, and sustainable development.
Women entrepreneurs are the driving force behind Malaysia's economy
Malaysian women entrepreneurs are increasingly playing a significant role in the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise (MSME) sector, with over 242,000 businesses led by them. However, they still face various challenges that need to be addressed to ensure their growth and competitiveness on a global scale.
UTHM helps make the Johor State Student WAJA Squad 2025 a success, addressing social problems of IPT students
The programme, jointly organised by the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) through the Women's Development Department (JPW) and the National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN), was officiated by the Deputy Minister of Women, Family and Community Development, Datuk Seri Dr. Noraini Ahmad. SWS 2025 aims to support students and raise awareness of social and criminal issues in higher education institutions (IPT).
UTHM-Batu Pahat District Office Collaboration for 350 Community Development Programmes
UTHM continues to strengthen its commitment to community socioeconomic development through the implementation of more than 350 community engagement programmes since 2022 to 2024. The programme vision is to make Batu Pahat district as Community Model 5.0 as well as supporting the Johor Sustainable Development Plan or PPMJ 2030.
UTHM helps maintain tube wells, shares knowledge to address menstrual poverty
In conjunction with the 30th anniversary celebration of Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia (UTHM), the Phase 2 “Period Poverty” program continues its corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities by helping the residents of Kampung Kangkar Senangar, Parit Sulong address the problem of clean water supply sources.
Eradicating menstrual poverty requires everyone's involvement
Period poverty is a term used to describe the lack of access to adequate hygiene products or facilities for women who are menstruating. It is a pressing issue that affects millions of women and girls around the world, particularly in developing countries. It not only impacts their personal hygiene and health, but also their educational and economic opportunities.
Our Impact in Numbers
UTHM's commitment to gender equality reflected through concrete achievements and ongoing initiatives
Our Gender Equality Policies
Comprehensive policies that support and protect women's rights in our institution
🛡️ Information Provider Protection Policy
POLISI PERLINDUNGAN PEMBERI MAKLUMAT - Ensuring safe reporting and protection for all staff members.
👶 Maternity Leave Policy
POLISI CUTI BERSALIN - Comprehensive maternity benefits supporting working mothers.
👨👩👧👦 Spouse Maternity Leave Policy
POLISI CUTI ISTERI BERSALIN - Progressive paternity leave supporting family well-being.
Supporting Working Mothers
Comprehensive childcare facilities and support systems for our female staff and students
On-Campus Childcare Center
Modern childcare facilities providing a safe, nurturing environment for children of staff and students, enabling mothers to balance work and family responsibilities.
Nursing & Lactation Rooms
Private, comfortable spaces equipped for nursing mothers, supporting breastfeeding and pumping needs throughout campus.