- 1. Enforcement Challenges: Malaysia vs Singapore vs Australia Accessibility Standards in the Built Environment
- (Malaysia)
- ... persistent barriers (e.g., uneven walkways, missing ramps). Advocacy push: Suara16% and others call for enforceable standards, transparency, and alignment with CRPD – 2026 amendments offer potential ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 2. MAIWP RUN 2026 Shows Inclusion in Action: Extending Universal Design to Events and Public Spaces in Malaysia
- (Providing Services to the Public)
- ... OKU rights under the upcoming Persons with Disabilities Act 2008 amendments and CRPD commitments. Why Inclusive Events Like MAIWP RUN Matter Events are microcosms of society – when they welcome OKU ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 3. KL Walkways Still Unsafe for 760,000+ OKU: Enforcing Malaysian Standards for Barrier-Free Pedestrian Access 2026
- (Street Access)
- ... increase accident risks, and contradict Malaysia's commitments under the UNCRPD and national inclusion goals. People are effectively trapped in their own homes and excluded from participating in everyday ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 4. PwD Act Amendments 2026: Why Transparency and Public Input Are Key to Real OKU Accessibility in Malaysia
- (Malaysia)
- ... for barrier-free infrastructure, effective redress mechanisms, or mandatory audits. Advocacy from Suara16%, OKU Rights Matter, and others has long called for alignment with Malaysia's CRPD commitments (ratified ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 5. PwD-Friendly Mosques in Malaysia: New National Guidelines 2026 – How Universal Design and Access Audits Can Ensure Inclusive Worship Spaces
- (Public Buildings)
- ... commitment to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD, ratified 2010) and supports the push for universal design Malaysia in community and public buildings. For the millions ...
- Created on 09 February 2026
- 6. Malaysia PwD Act 2008 Amendments 2026: What OKU and Building Owners Must Prepare For Now
- (Public Transport)
- ... & Redress: Fines and potential imprisonment for non-compliance; straightforward complaint routes for OKU (aligning with CRPD, ratified 2010). Broader Inclusion: Covers employment (building on the 2025 ...
- Created on 07 February 2026
- 7. UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Key Facts for Malaysians
- (Malaysia)
- Malaysia and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD): Key Facts for Malaysians The United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) is a landmark ...
- Created on 25 March 2019
- 8. Understanding By-Law 34A of the Uniform Building By-Laws (UBBL) in Malaysia: Mandatory Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities
- (Malaysia)
- ... Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) in 2010. Economic Benefits — Inclusive buildings attract wider users, boost tourism, and enhance property value. Avoid Penalties — Non-compliance ...
- Created on 25 March 2019