, , , Asset Study on JICA's Technical Cooperation to Malaysia: Volume 1 , -, -, 7. ASSETS IN SOCIAL SERVICES AND -, ENVIRONMENT SECTOR -, -, 7.1 Overview TC for 'Project on the Water Management Training Programme' conducted from 1977 till s 1986 resulted in the setting up of a National Water Management Training Centre with demonstration and pilot farms. During the period of the TC, the centre focused on water - 1 management for cultivation of padi. It provided training in water management techniques to irrigation project operations and management staff. This has contributed to general -1 improvement in yield and production of padi and thus better food security. In March 2004 the centre was upgraded to become the National Institute for Water Management. It is one of 4 1 centres for capacity building and certification of DID staff. Several development studies have contributed to development or master plans for water supply, sewerage and sanitation facilities. Some recent examples are the 'Study on I Improvement of Planning Capability in Sewerage Sector in Malaysia' that will include assisting the Sewerage Services Department to prepare manual for catchment strategies I and sewerage projects, guidelines for developers that will take social and environmental perspectives into account. ODA loans help financed the Beris Dam (JPY9.737 million), I Pahang-Selangor Raw Water Transfer Project (two loans totalling JPY83, 133 million) and I Sewerage Treatment Plant (JPY48,489 million) I In 2000 a TC was conducted with NIOSH to build its capacity to provide technical support to prevent occupational and work-related diseases, to assure working environment controls and I to improve work control system from an ergonomic perspective. It was also to improve training programmes and research and development activities on OSH and to collect and J disseminate information for public awareness and policy development. A second TC started in 2007 to improve DOSH's administration of OSH in the construction and SME industries. J The expected impact of these two TC is to reduce the incidence of accidents and diseases among industries thus contributing to productivity. J Persons with disabilities (PWD) benefited from technical assistance provided by TC that aims _J to improve opportunities for employment and social participation. The Department of Social Welfare will engage with NGO to improve employment assistance for PWD and provide _J training such as disability equality training to employers. The TC includes the setting up of a Centre for Independent Living for PWD. Japanese volunteers have been active in assisting _J PWD in Malaysia. _J In the field of environment, the Borneo Biodiversity and Ecosystem Conservation project _J Phase I has built the capacity of Sabah governmental institutions and foster closer collaboration among themselves on biodiversity conservation. It promotes environmental _J awareness among local population for greater participation in environmental issues. Phase 11 will be to transfer the project management to the government and to put in place the policies _J to sustain the project. _J The TC "Project for the Aquatic Resource and Environmental Studies of the Straits of Malacca" was not only for sustainable utilisation of coastal and aquatic resources but also ...J _J PE Research 41 _J n n Asset Study on JICA's Technical Cooperation to Malaysia: Volume 1 D contributed to environmental preservation in the Straits of Malacca by developing solutions to environmental problems. n SIRIM implemented two TC , firstly to upgrade its laboratory analysis and evaluation capacity D of hazardous chemicals substances and biologic and later to upgrade its capacity in risk assessment of hazardous chemical so that it can provide evaluation and management D services in chemical safety for the industrial sector particularly in wastewater. These TC have helped to build Malaysia's capacity to protect the environment by reducing pollution. D A brief outline of the implementing agencies other than UPM, UMS and SIRIM (discussed in n the chapters above) is provided below. [] 7.2 Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development n The role of the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (MWFCD) is to J develop a caring and harmonious society through promoting gender equality, strong and r stable family unit and continued community development. The ministry now oversees four (4) D agencies: D • Department for Women Development (DWD) • Social Welfare Department of Malaysia (SWDM) 0 • National Population and Family Development Board (LPPKN) 0 • Social Institute of Malaysia (SIM) D Established in 1964, the Social Welfare Department of Malaysia (SWDM) has expanded to cover prevention and rehabilitation services on social issues as well as community 0 development. D In the past, JICA office in Malaysia has conducted a development study on "Social Welfare Services for People with Disabilities". JICA is currently providing a Technical Cooperation D Project to Support Participation of Persons with Disabilities. JICA has also been supporting the department through despatch of volunteers and experts. D While SWDM provides training mainly for its own staff, the lnstitut Social Malaysia (ISM) D established in 2002 is the training hub for civil servants and other social practitioners. The r-J institute is a resource centre for new ideas and information in the field of social policy and social development and is navigating itself to be a centre of excellence for training and LJ research. SWDM runs a training center for physically disabled persons LJ The Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) is a movement of 115 members representing the interests and priorities of developing countries. While its establishment stemmed from D political issues, it has since then moved to advocacy for solution for global economic and other problems. In 2006 the NAM Institute for the Empowerment of women (NIEW) was D established to be a training and research centre for NAM Member Countries to strive for the achievement of gender equality. Through its courses and strategic activities, NIEW aims to Ll develop gender-related knowledge, support governments in their efforts to strengthen women's rights for equality and empowerment, and create global awareness to change [J society's perceptions of gender roles and relations. u Recommendation: Though a 'young' Ministry, it has experience on social policy-making and [J development that may be shared with other developing countries. Transfer of such knowledge can be carried out by the Department of Social Welfare, lnstitut Sosial Malaysia and NAM Institute for the [J Empowerment of Women. [J [J PE Research 42 [ J , , Asset Study on JICA's Technical Cooperation to Malaysia: Volume 1 , Table 7-1: Status of HRD Programmes Local MTCP MTCP MTCP/ Others -, /TCTP OIC 1 SWDM x -, 2 ISM x -, 3 NIEW NAM members -, 7.3 Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment -, The Ministry of Natural Resources & Environment (NRE) was established on March 27, 2004, under the cabinet formed by the new Prime Minister. NRE is responsible for: • Natural resources management covering forest management, irrigation and drainage '-1 management, wildlife management and mineral management l o Forestry Department Peninsular Malaysia (JPSM), o Forest Research Institute Malaysia (FRIM) I o Department of Irrigation and Drainage (JPS) J o National Hydraulic Research Institute of Malaysia (NAHRIM) I o Department of Wildlife & National Parks Peninsular Malaysia (PERHILITAN) o Minerals and Geoscience Department Malaysia (JMG) I • Conservation and management of environment and shelters i.e. environmental I management and marine park management I o Department of Environment (DOE) o Department of Marine Park Malaysia (DMPM) J • Management of land survey and mapping administration. J o Department of Director General of Lands and Mines (JKPTG), J o Department of Survey & Mapping Malaysia (JUPEM) o National Institute of Land and Survey (INSTUN) J J The Forestry Department of Peninsula Malaysia is responsible for the management, planning, protection and development of the Permanent Reserve Forest in accordance with -J the National Forestry Policy and National Forestry Act. (www.forestry.gov.my ) _J FRIM is responsible for planning and implementing research for the development of the forestry sector and conservation of forest resources and obtaining and disseminating _J research information to enhance forest management and the use of forest products _J The Department of Irrigation and Drainage (DID) role is to manage water resources, river basins, flood risks and coastal zones to achieve environmental sustainability and enhanced _J quality of life. In the late seventies and early eighties it was the implementing agency for the 'Project on the Water Management Training Program' that resulted in the setting up of the _J National Water Management Training Centre with demonstration and pilot farms. This was _J followed by several development studies usually co-implemented with Economic Planning Unit of the Prime Minister's Department on water resources, river basin and flood mitigation. _J DID is a MTCP provider. _J _J PE Research 43 _J n n Asset Study on JICA's Technical Cooperation to Malaysia: Volume 1 0 The National Hydraulic Research Institute of Malaysia (NAHRIM) started operations in September 1995 with the objectives of conducting basic and applied research in hydraulic n engineering, coastal engineering water resources and water quality, provide consultancy services, be the government