"4th Women in Science Forum" held in Malaysia

The "4th Women in Science Forum", was held in Malaysia to highlight the achievements of women in science. This virtual forum has been hosted by The National University of Malaysia on 4th June at 9.30 am (Malaysia time) and jointly organized by the Institute of Environment and Development (LESTARI), University Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), and Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD) Malaysia Chapter, with the coordination of the organizing chair Dr. Lubna Alam, who is serving as the senior lecturer at the National University of Malaysia and executive committee member of OWSD Malaysia chapter.
The Guest of Honor of the forum was, Prof. Dato’ Ir. Dr. Abdul Wahab bin Mohammad, The Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research & Innovation), University Kebangsaan Malaysia. The Forum was officiated by the chair of OWSD Malaysia chapter, Prof. Ts. Dr. Lim Yang Mooi and the honorable director of Lestari, UKM, Prof. Dato’ ChM. Dr. Mazlin bin Mokhtar. The keynote speaker of the forum was Datuk (Dr) Hafsah Hashim, who is currently the SME advisor of Bank Islam, Malaysia. The virtual forum was also attended by guest speakers Datin Paduka Che Asmah Ibrahim, CEO Orphan Care Foundation, Malaysia; Prof. Datin Dr. Norizan Abd Razak Professor, the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities UKM and Dato Dr. Madeline Berma, Fellow, Academy of Sciences Malaysia. In addition, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Sharmin Parveen, Chair, OWSD Bangladesh National Chapter; Assoc. Prof. Ir. Dr. Sharifah Hafizah Syed Ariffin, Acting Director, UTM Academic Leadership and Assoc. Prof. Sr. Dr. Norngainy Mohd Tawil, University Kebangsaan Malaysia were involved in forum discussion.
This forum is an annual activity of OWSD Malaysian Chapter with the collaboration of various universities, aimed at highlighting the achievements of women in science. The forum also provides a platform for women to share their strengths, talents, and experiences, as well as foster an environment that supports women's personal and professional development. In addition, the forum enhances scientific communication and networking among participants from various backgrounds.
The theme of this year’s women in science forum was “Increasing visibility for female creative’s”.The forum included a variety of activities, including presentations by guest speakers, forum discussion, and announcement of the best thesis winner. Additionally, the forum included a heartfelt video that showcased the background and success story of OWSD Malaysia chapter