SHAH ALAM, Dec 12 — Selangor’s Disabled Persons (OKU) Policy, which emphasises friendly and inclusive infrastructure, is expected to be launched next January, in line with the state administration’s efforts to enhance access and equal opportunities.
State executive councillor for women empowerment and social welfare Anfaal Saari said the comprehensive policy paper is now in its final detailing stage and is expected to be presented at the State Executive Council (MMKN) meeting next week for approval, prior to its launch.
“This policy is almost complete, but there are several matters still being aligned with PLANMalaysia regarding overlapping jurisdictions,” she told Media Selangor.
Anfaal added that among the policy's main focus areas are accessibility and universal design, which underpin OKU mobility.
The policy will also focus on empowering the OKU community through training and employment opportunities.
“We want OKU individuals with specific skills to be absorbed into ready companies. Collaboration with the Social Security Organisation and the Social Welfare Department (JKM) ensures that these opportunities can be realised,” she said.
The state’s OKU policy is also strengthened through the Selangor OKU Action Council’s Inclusive Innovation Programme (MTOS-SIP 2026), which opens the door for universities, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), consultants, research bodies, and social enterprises to submit innovative proposals to enhance the OKU ecosystem in Selangor.
Yesterday, Chief Statistician Datuk Seri Mohd Uzir Mahidin announced that 805,509 registered OKU were recorded in Malaysia in 2024, representing 2.4 per cent of the population.
He said the data underscores the importance of inclusive policies to ensure equal rights and opportunities for all citizens, regardless of background or physical ability.
