The Johor civil service is undergoing changes like a shift to a four-and-a-half-day work week, but women's participation remains low. Women make up nearly half of Malaysia's population but hold fewer than 30 percent of executive positions in government, highlighting a significant gender disparity.
ADUN SPEAKS | The Johor civil service has been in the news recently. Changes such as the return to a Saturday-Sunday weekend and the proposed four-and-a-half-day work week in government agencies have sparked media interest.These changes are exciting, but they should not distract us from another important issue - women’s participation in the civil service .According to the Statistics Department, women make up nearly half of Malaysia’s population .
Johor has always been a leader in governance. Under Sultan Sir Abu Bakar in the late 19th century, Johor became the first Malay state to modernise its civil service.Today, we still see the legacy of his reforms in the institutions and systems we rely on. It’s time to carry this legacy forward by championing gender inclusivity.Steps for enhancementSo, what can we do? First, we need clear goals.
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