Essays about: "social issues in Malaysia"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 7 essays containing the words social issues in Malaysia.

  1. 1. The Diaspora of Chin Refugees in Malaysia: Challenges and Coping Mechanisms

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Graduate School; Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen; Lunds universitet/Pedagogik; Lunds universitet/Master of Science in Global Studies

    Author : Michela Pittalis; [2019]
    Keywords : Chin; refugees; diaspora; belonging; community; home; Malaysia; Law and Political Science; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates the social dynamics of the Chin refugee group which currently faces great challenges in Malaysia, the host country. Modes of organisation and coping mechanisms are examined in relation to the specific legal and socio-political context. READ MORE

  2. 2. Sustainable practices & marketing strategies for developing countries : A multiple case study of international firms operating on the Malaysian market

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för marknadsföring (MF)

    Author : Heidi von Jahf; Paulina Huhtilainen; [2015]
    Keywords : International Marketing Strategy; Sustainable Development; Millennium Development Goals; Sustainability Marketing Strategy; developing countries; Malaysia;

    Abstract : As the traditional role of corporate entities have been challenged by an increased number of demands from society, companies are no longer just legal factors intended to generate profits by supplying products or services. Instead, they are expected to play the role of responsible co-citizens of the community, taking social and environmental responsibility for the consequences of their actions. READ MORE

  3. 3. Can REDD+ deliver forest protection in Malaysia?

    University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUS

    Author : Dayang Nor Izan Binti Abang Halil; [2013]
    Keywords : theory of incentives; sustainability science; tropical deforestation; forest conservation; economic development; federal-state system; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change identified deforestation as the main cause of anthropogenic emissions of greenhouse gases in developing countries and since then the mechanism on Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation; and the role of conservation, sustainable management of forests and enhancement of forest carbon stocks in developing countries (REDD+) has been developed and discussed at the international level. In Malaysia, deforestation is prevailing. READ MORE

  4. 4. Gender Equality in Malaysia: Islamic Feminism and Sisters in Islam

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Centrum för öst- och sydöstasienstudier

    Author : Nyuk Yan Chee; [2007]
    Keywords : Islamic feminism; women; traditional Malay custom; rights; laws; sexual issues; government; Social sciences; Samhällsvetenskaper; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : This thesis aims to analyze the work of Islamic feminist in Malaysia as well as explores the role of traditional Malay custom adat, and the relationship between non-governmental organizations and the state. It uses Sisters in Islam as a case study to discuss the Islamic feminist movement in Malaysia. READ MORE

  5. 5. Non-Traditional Security Issue and International Conflict : A case study of Indonesian Migrant Labor in Malaysia

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Centrum för öst- och sydöstasienstudier

    Author : Mario Pandu Dewono; [2007]
    Keywords : Indonesia; Thailand; migrant labor; Social sciences; Samhällsvetenskaper; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : The relation between Indonesia and Malaysia has seen several tensions since 1960s onwards. Since 2002 it self, there were several issues related to Indonesian migrant labor in Malaysia that has strained bilateral relations. READ MORE