Volume 07 Issue 05 May 2024
1Hou Minshu, 2Xiao Yu, 3Doris Padmini Selvaratnam
1,2,3Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia 43600 UKM Bangi, Seiangor Malaysia,Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia
DOI : https://doi.org/10.47191/ijsshr/v7-i05-126Google Scholar Download Pdf
ABSTRACT
This research examines the housing challenges faced by the Indigenous community in Malaysia and implements an outreach initiative implemented by the Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). The aim of this project is to improve living conditions and address issues such as overcrowding, inadequate infrastructure, and lack of essential amenities through educational programs and active community engagement. By closely collaborating with local leaders and members, this program offers specialized courses on residency rights, sustainable practices, and practical skills. Furthermore, it sheds light on economic barriers, health risks, and cultural assimilation challenges experienced by these communities. The findings underscore the need for comprehensive policy measures that integrate economic empowerment with residential improvements while reinforcing legal support for land ownership and residential rights to promote culturally sensitive development policies.
KEYWORDS:Indigenous communities, Malaysia, Orang Asli, housing challenges, community outreach project, sustainable development.
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