Jachintha Joyce

Oct 17, 2024 | businesstoday.com.my | Jachintha Joyce

By Jachintha Joyce Economic violence, a form of non-physical gender-based violence (GBV), remains a significant obstacle to women’s empowerment worldwide, including in Malaysia. It often goes under-reported, creating a silent crisis that erodes society’s fabric. In worst cases, the persistent cycle of economic deprivation inflicted on women can escalate into more extreme forms of violence such as physical, psychological, sexual, and social isolation.

Sep 6, 2024 | businesstoday.com.my | Jachintha Joyce

By Jachintha Joyce Climate change is a pressing global phenomenon, reshaping our world with alarming frequency and intensity. Its effects are evident worldwide, from catastrophic droughts impairing food production to rising sea levels engulfing coastal towns. While it impacts all regions and demographics, rural populations, especially in Sabah, Sarawak, and parts of Peninsular Malaysia, feel its effects most acutely due to being least equipped to adapt.

Aug 11, 2024 | businesstoday.com.my | Jachintha Joyce

By Jachintha JoyceThe well-being of teachers is in a critical state. While teachers play a significant role in influencing both the quality of education and students’ growth and academic achievement, their well-being is often overlooked and underreported. As disclosed, 6,394 teachers (1.49% of the overall teaching workforce) were approved in 2023 to go on early retirement, an increase of 0.26% from 2022.

Jul 11, 2024 | businesstoday.com.my | Jachintha Joyce

By Jachintha Joyce As Malaysia grapples with rising inflation, the cost of living has become a significant dilemma for fresh graduates, weaving a complex web of financial challenges that hinder their ability to achieve economic stability and personal independence. Living paycheck(s) to paycheck(s) is increasingly common, as essential expenses like housing, food, healthcare, insurance and transportation keep rising, pushing many to rely on side hustles.

Jun 18, 2024 | businesstoday.com.my | Jachintha Joyce

By Jachintha Joyce The growing ageing population, coupled with the rise in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and medical inflation, pose pressing concerns for the healthcare system in Malaysia. As 2023 National Health and Morbidity Survey (NHMS) highlights, approximately half a million (2.5%) Malaysian adults live with four types of NCDs, while 2.3 million adults live with three types of NCDs. Most of these individuals are young adults.