MEF Briefing: Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities (PWD) in the Workforce

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The ‘Meet and Greet Session with HRD Corp Thought Leaders’, held on 4 June 2025 at Eastin Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, brought HRD Corp leaders together to strengthen alignment, collaboration, and shared aspirations in shaping Malaysia’s talent development agenda.

Events Brief

On 11 September 2025, the National Human Resource Centre (NHRC) participated in a briefing session organised by the Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF) for their stakeholders in an effort to support the Persons with Disabilities (PWD) Development, an initiative designed to empower PWD with essential skills through competency-based trainings and certifications. The briefing session was also joined by the International Labour Organization (ILO), United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and Social Security Organisation (SOCSO).

The session reaffirmed HRD Corp’s commitment to demonstrating how structured programmes and levy-supported upskilling and reskilling schemes can enhance employability, foster career progression and strengthen inclusivity across sectors.

Key Highlights

  • Raising awareness on HRD Corp levy schemes in supporting the development of PWD talents.
  • Advancing national priorities on disability-inclusive workforce participation.
  • Strengthening institutional partnerships to promote inclusive employment practices.
  • Expanding access to upskilling and reskilling opportunities for PWD talents.
  • Encouraging employers to harness the diverse capabilities of PWDs.

Through this collaboration, NHRC aspires to advocate inclusive growth, drive skills development and create sustainable pathways for effective integration of PWDs into the workforce.

Date:
11 September 2025
Location:
Malaysian Employers Federation (MEF)

Events Brief