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Borneo Post
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Borneo Post
Minister Nancy calls for supportive ecosystem to help youth start families
Nancy says it is crucial to give due consideration to the voices of youth, as many of them wish to marry and have families, but are hindered by factors such as the cost of living, unstable employment, limited access to childcare and concerns about the future. – Bernama photo KUALA LUMPUR (July 11): Family-related policies must be anchored in an ecosystem that supports the needs of the younger generation, rather than merely urging them to marry and start families, said Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. She said it is crucial to give due consideration to the voices of youth, as many of them wish to marry and have families, but are hindered by factors such as the cost of living, unstable employment, limited access to childcare and concerns about the future. 'The solution lies in creating a supportive ecosystem – not in simply encouraging them to start families immediately,' she said in a statement in conjunction with World Population Day 2025 today. Nancy said population issues must be viewed as a present-day crisis that requires inclusive and progressive policy action, in line with demographic shifts and the expectations of the younger generation. Malaysia's current total fertility rate stands at 1.7 children – well below the replacement level of 2.1 – while birth rates dropped by more than 11 per cent in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year. This year's World Population Day, themed 'Empowering Young People to Create the Families They Want in a Fair and Hopeful World', underscores the importance of listening to and addressing the needs of the younger generation. The ministry, through the National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN), remains committed to raising public awareness on population-related issues, including reproductive health rights, demographic shifts, family wellbeing and sustainable development. To this end, the ministry is focusing on implementing comprehensive strategies to support family planning among youth, including subsidies under the Infertility Treatment Assistance and Advocacy (BuAI) programme for 1,300 eligible couples, improved childcare facilities and more flexible parental leave. The highlight of the national-level celebration for World Population Day 2025 will take place on July 21 at Lanai Kijang, Bank Negara Malaysia, in collaboration with the Department of Statistics Malaysia, Universiti Malaya and the United Nations Population Fund. In addition, state-level celebrations will be held throughout July and August via seminars on population and family-related topics, organised by LPPKN state offices in collaboration with strategic partners nationwide. Further information on World Population Day 2025 is available at LPPKN's official website, and the Population and Family Research Hub at – Bernama
The Star
11-07-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Youth need supportive ecosystem to start families, not mere encouragement, says Nancy
KUALA LUMPUR: Family-related policies must be anchored in an ecosystem that supports the needs of the younger generation, rather than merely urging them to marry and start families, says Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri. She said many young people wish to marry and raise families, but are hindered by factors such as cost of living, unstable employment, limited access to childcare and uncertainties about the future. "The solution lies in creating a supportive ecosystem - not in simply encouraging them to start families immediately," she said in a statement in conjunction with World Population Day 2025 on Friday (July 11). Nancy said population issues must be viewed as a present-day crisis that requires inclusive and progressive policy action, in line with demographic shifts and the expectations of the younger generation. Malaysia's current total fertility rate stands at 1.7 children - well below the replacement level of 2.1 - while birth rates dropped by more than 11% in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year. This year's World Population Day, themed "Empowering Young People to Create the Families They Want in a Fair and Hopeful World," underscores the importance of listening to and addressing the needs of the younger generation. The ministry, through the National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN), remains committed to raising public awareness on population-related issues, including reproductive health rights, demographic shifts, family wellbeing and sustainable development. To this end, the ministry is focusing on implementing comprehensive strategies to support family planning among youth, including subsidies under the Infertility Treatment Assistance and Advocacy (BuAI) programme for 1,300 eligible couples, improved childcare facilities and more flexible parental leave. The highlight of the national-level celebration for World Population Day 2025 will take place on July 21 at Lanai Kijang, Bank Negara Malaysia, in collaboration with the Department of Statistics Malaysia, Universiti Malaya and the United Nations Population Fund. In addition, state-level celebrations will be held throughout July and August via seminars on population and family-related topics, organised by LPPKN state offices in collaboration with strategic partners nationwide. Further information on World Population Day 2025 is available at LPPKN's official website, and the Population and Family Research Hub at - Bernama
The Sun
25-06-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Penang records lowest fertility rate, LPPKN introduces support programmes
KEPALA BATAS: Penang recorded the lowest fertility rate in Malaysia last year, with an average of 1.3 children per couple, according to the State Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN). The figure represents a modest increase from 1.2 in 2023, but remains below the national fertility rate of 1.7, prompting LPPKN to step up efforts through targeted programmes and fertility support initiatives. Penang LPPKN director Dr Azura Abdullah said the state's persistently low fertility rate is attributed to various factors, including infertility issues and the rising cost of raising children. 'A fertility rate of 1.3 means each couple has fewer than two children and cannot replace themselves demographically,' she said after officiating the Men's Wellness Programme in conjunction with Father's Day 2025 celebrations at the state level here today. To address this, she said LPPKN Penang has introduced several initiatives, including the Fertility Treatment Assistance and Infertility Advocacy Programme (BuAI), which has been allocated RM6 million in funding this year. Dr Azura said Penang is among four states benefiting from the BuAI Programme, under which the government will finance two cycles of intrauterine insemination (IUI) treatment for eligible couples, free of charge, alongside an infertility awareness campaign. She expressed hope that the BuAI Programme, with its fertility treatment subsidies and support services, would help more couples achieve their dream of starting a family. 'In addition to Penang, LPPKN clinics in Kuala Lumpur, Johor and Sarawak also offer the BuAI programme. We are targeting 1,300 couples nationwide to receive treatment free of charge, subject to eligibility criteria, including a combined household income of less than RM10,000,' she said. Dr Azura also emphasised that infertility is not solely a women's issue, noting that male infertility, often related to sperm quality and other contributing factors, is also a common challenge. 'Therefore, LPPKN conducts health screenings for both husbands and wives to identify the root causes of infertility before administering appropriate treatment,' she said.
The Sun
23-06-2025
- General
- The Sun
Perlis LPPKN offers free BuAI fertility services for childless couples
PERLIS: The National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN) in Perlis is urging childless couples married for at least a year to take advantage of free fertility services under the Fertility Treatment Assistance and Infertility Advocacy (BuAI) Programme. Acting director Fairee Osman @ Azmi stated that the initiative includes early fertility screening, treatment support, and referrals to LPPKN-affiliated health facilities. 'The programme aims to assist couples with household incomes below RM10,000 monthly,' he said. Despite targeting 100 couples this year, only eight have enrolled so far. Fairee emphasized the importance of early intervention, advising interested couples to visit the Perlis LPPKN office for details. The announcement followed the state-level Father's Day 2025 celebration, officiated by Wan Badariah Wan Saad, chairperson of the state Women, Family and Community Development, Unity and Environment Committee.
Barnama
23-06-2025
- Health
- Barnama
Perlis LPPKN Encourages Childless Couples To Get free BuAI Services
KANGAR, June 23 (Bernama) -- The National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN) of Perlis encourages couples who are still childless after being married for a year to obtain the services provided under the Fertility Treatment Assistance and Infertility Advocacy (BuAI) Programme for free. Perlis LPPKN acting director Fairee Osman @ Azmi said that in addition to guidance and advocacy, the initiative also provides early fertility screening facilities and appropriate treatment assistance as well as referrals to health facilities under LPPKN. He said that, so far, only eight couples in the state are involved in the programme, compared to its targeted 100 couples this year.
