
Curriculum Vitae
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
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GENDER STUDIES, RELIGION AND DEVELOPMENT STUDIESgender violence, gender justice, social movement, women's studies in religion, sustainable development and public policy
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
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PhD (Religion), (Women's Studies in Religion)Claremont Graduate University, Amerika Syarikat
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MA (Politics), (Politics of Alternative Dev. Strategies)Institute of Social Studies, Hague, Holland
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BComm (Hons), (Komunikasi)Universiti Sains Malaysia (Usm)
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES
- Programme Coordinator22 Jul 2022 - 21 Jul 2023 (Department)
- Representative for the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Occupational Health and Safety Committee23 Feb 2015 - present (University Malaya)
- Committee Member of the Research and Exhibition Committee of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences02 Apr 2012 - present (Faculty)
- Ahli Jawatankuasa Kurikulum Jabatan Bagi Program Sarjana Muda Sastera01 Aug 2011 - present (Faculty)
- The Gender Studies Program Representative for the Timetable Committee for the 2012/2013 to 2014/2015 session.17 May 2012 - present (Faculty)
- The Gender Studies Program Representative for the Hand Book Committee for the 2012/2013-2014/2015 Session.17 May 2012 - present (Faculty)
- Course Coordinator10 Oct 2022 - 06 Mar 2023 (Department)
- Course Coordinator10 Oct 2022 - 06 Mar 2023 (Department)
- Faculty Representative05 Feb 2021 - 04 Feb 2023 (Faculty)
- Jawatankuasa Kurikulum Ijazah Tinggi FASS05 Jan 2021 - 04 Jan 2023 (Faculty)
- Deputy Head22 Feb 2021 - 21 Feb 2022 (Faculty)
- Coordinator08 Feb 2019 - 07 Feb 2021 (Universiti Malaya)
- Core Group Leader, Asia Pacific Women in Leadership (APWiL)30 Oct 2020 - 30 Sep 2021 (International)
- Program Coordinator to Offer MA in Gender Studies by Coursework08 Feb 2019 - 31 Dec 2021 (Faculty)
- The Undergraduate Degree Guide Book Committee Member18 Apr 2018 - 31 Dec 2021 (Faculty)
- Coordinator08 Feb 2019 - 31 Dec 2021 (Faculty)
- Committee Member to Offer A New Gender Studies Bachelor Program and Secretariat of UA02 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2020 (Faculty)
- Quality Committee Member of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences01 Mar 2017 - 28 Feb 2019 (Faculty)
- Exco of the Risk Management Committee of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences21 Mar 2018 - 28 Feb 2019 (Faculty)
- Faculty Representative to the Board of the Sports Center06 Jan 2017 - 31 Dec 2018 (Faculty)
- The Gender Studies Program Representative for the Timetable Committee for the 2015/2016 to 2016/2017 session.25 May 2015 - 24 May 2018 (Faculty)
- The Gender Studies Program Representative for the Hand Book Committee for the 2015/2016-2017/2018 Session.25 Mar 2015 - 24 Mar 2018 (Faculty)
- Research Committee Member01 Sep 2016 - 31 Aug 2017 (Faculty)
- Committee Member for the Review of the Objective of the Quality of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences08 May 2015 - 07 May 2017 (University Malaya)
- Quality Committee Member of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences08 Feb 2223 - 28 Feb 2017 (University Malaya)
- Chief Invigilator11 Jan 2016 - 11 Jan 2016 (University Malaya)
- Ahli Jawatankuasa PKAUM 2012/1405 Dec 2012 - 04 Dec 2014 (University Malaya)
- Head Coordinator01 Sep 2012 - 31 Aug 2013 (Faculty)
MEMBERSHIPS
- MALAYSIAN SOCIAL SCIENCE ASSOCIATION , EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERSince 2020 (National)
- MALAYSIAN SOCIAL SCIENCE ASSOCIATION, COMMITTEE MEMBERSince 2018 (National)
- JOURNAL SOUTHEAST ASIAN SOCIAL SCIENCE REVIEW, EDITORIAL BOARD MEMBERSince 2016 (International)
- MALAYSIAN SOCIAL SCIENCE ASSOCIATION, EXCO COMMITEE MEMBERSince 2016 (National)
- PERGERAKAN TENAGA AKADEMIK MALAYSIA (GERAK) MEMBERSHIP NO: 212, VICE PRESIDENT 2019/2021 TILL 15 AUGUST 2021, VICE PRESIDENTSince 2015 (National)
- UNIVERSITY OF MALAYA ACADEMIC STAFF ASSOCIATION , EXCO COMMITEE MEMBERSince 1999 (University)
- EDITORIAL BOARD, SOUTHEAST ASIAN SOCIAL SCIENCE REVIEW, EDITORIAL BOARDSince 1997 (National)
- MALAYSIAN SOCIAL SCIENCE ASSOCIATION , COMMITTEE MEMBERSince 1997 (National)
- 449, VICE PRESIDENT2020 to 2022 (University)
- PKAUM MEMBERSHIP NUMBER : 449, VICE PRESIDENT2020 to 2022 (University)
AWARD AND STEWARDSHIP
- Expert Opinion On sexual HarassmentInterviewed by Berita Harian, 2019 (National)
- Sijil PenghargaanInstitut Sukan Negara, 2019 (National)
- An expert panel in the investigation of a sexual harassment caseAppointed by University of Malaya, 2018 (University)
- Expert Panel on Reforms In Institutions of Higher LearningInvited by Astro Awani, 2018 (National)
- Certificate Of Appreciation for sharing expertise on Good Practices On Eliminating Gender-Based Violence Experienced by the Academic CommunityCommission on Higher Education, The Philippines, 2017 (International)
- Expert Panel on Gender Issues In Relation to Baby AbandonmentInvited by BFM Radio Station, 2016 (National)
- The Nippon Foundation Fellowships For Asian Public IntellectualsNippon Foundation, 2013 (International)
- Together with Mawaddah won the Top Ninth Position in the Poster Presentation entitled "Gender, Public Facilities and Equality: A Case Study of the Provision of Public Toilets at Long Distance Bus Terminals in Kuala Lumpur" in conjunction with the Research Expo Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences 2012, University of Malaya.Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, University of Malaya., 2012 (Ptj)
- Alpha Association Phi Beta Kappa Alumni in Southern California International Scholarship AwardsAlpha Association, 2006 (International)
- Annual Margaret Regan Memorial Endowment to an Outstanding International Woman Student at the Claremont Graduate UniversityInternational Place of the Claremont Colleges and the Margaret Regan Endowment Fund, Claremont Graduate University, 2006 (International)
- University of Malaya Excellence AwardUniversity of Malaya, 2002 (University)
- University of Malaya Study Leave AwardUniversity of Malaya, 2002 (University)
- Claremont Graduate University Financial Aid AwardClaremont Graduate University, 2002 (International)
- Fulbright FellowshipUnited States Department of State, 2002 (International)
- The Netherlands Fellowship ProgramThe Government of The Netherlands, 1994 (International)
- The Association for the Promotion of Higher Education in Malaysia AwardThe Association for the Promotion of Higher Education in Malaysia, 1987 (National)
PUBLICATIONS
Article in Journal
- Lai, S.Y. (2021) Book Review of Wanderlust: The Amazing Ida Pfeiffer, JOURNAL OF THE MALAYSIAN BRANCH OF THE ROYAL ASIATIC SOCIETY, Vol 94 (1),
- Lai, S.Y (2019) The State of Gender Studies and Gender Policy in Malaysia. Southeast Asian Social Science Review, 4 (2), 134-148.
- Lai Suat Yan (2018) "Against the Current:Faxing Economic Systems, Advancing the Public Interest (An Interview with Jomo Kwame Sundram)", Southeast Asian Social Science Review 3(2), pp 103-130.
- Lai, SY (2017). The Life and Contributions of a Pioneering Social Scientist and Public Intellectual in Malaya/Malaysia:Interview with Syed Husin Ali. Southeast Asian Social Science Review, 2(1), 115-138.
- Zaharom N, Lai, SY and Faisal SH (2017). ASEAN Economic Integration and Its Challenges (Editorial). Southeast Asian Social Science Review, 2(1), 5-7.
- Lai, Suat Yan. 2015. Buddhist Women As Agents Of Change: Case Studies From Thailand and Indonesia. Kyoto Review of Southeast Asia, Young Academics Voice.
- Lai Suat Yan, "Empowerment, Its Critique and Bhikkhuni Ordination", In Doing Gender Studies and Selected Issues in the Study of Gender, Special Issue of the Journal Sarjana, Vol. 25, No. 3, 2010.
- Lai Suat Yan. The Domestic Violence Act: Current Challenges to Malaysian Women , Journal of Asian Women s Studies. Vol. 8 (English and Japanese version), 2000, pp. 135-138.
- Lai Suat Yan. Achievements and Challenges in the Struggle Against Violence Against Women , Asian Women.,Vol. 6, 1998, pp. 109-122
Books
- Lai Suat Yan. The Rape Report: An Overview Of Rape In Malaysia, AWAM and Strategic Infor Research Development, 2002. (with Maria Chin Abdullah, Ong Ju Lin dan Wong Peck Lin)
- Lai Suat Yan, Co-author as member of the NCWO Committee. Action Plan for NGOs in the Implementation of the National Policy on Women National Council of Women's Organisations, (NCWO), 1991.
Chapter in Books
- Lai Suat Yan (2019) "Action Research, Feminist pedagogy and Blended Learning: Towards a Holistic and Practical Approach" In Farrah Dina Yusop and Nur Azah Hamzaid (eds) The Lighter: Compilation of Learning Improvement and Teaching Enhancement Research (LiTeR) Best Practices. University Malaya Press.
- Lai Suat Yan (2018) Gender Studies Program, University of Malaya, In Cecilia Ng, Rusaslina Idrus and Lai Wan Teng (eds) Overview of Women's and Gender Studies in Malaysia. Petaling Jaya and Penang: Institut Wanita Berdaya, Gender Studies Program, UM and Kanita, USM, pp. 13-28.
- Sharifah Aishah Osman, Lai Suat Yan, and Siti Rohaini Kassim. (2018). Recent Trends and Themes in Malaysian Children's Fiction. In John Stephens, Celia A. Belmiro, Alice Curry, Li Lifang & Yasmine S. Motawy (Eds.). The Routledge Companion to International Children's Literature (pp. 410-420). Routledge.
- Lai, Suat Yan. 2015. Buddhist Women As Spiritual Leaders, Ritual Specialists, and Religious Innovators: Case Studies from Thailand, Indonesia and Japan. In Connecting "Infrastructure" And "Superstructure": Developments Towards Far-Reaching Impacts, pgs. 66-77. Bangkok: API Regional Coordinating Institution, Institute of Asian Studies, Chulalongkorn University.
- Lai, Suat Yan, It Is Not Only About Who The Student Is, It Is Also About Who I Am. In Kuang Ching Hei, Raja Maznah Raja Hussain and Wan Nor Liza Wan Mahadi (eds)Stories and Reflections on Student Supervision, pgs 48-53. Kuala lumpur: University of Malaya Press.
- Lai, Suat Yan. 2011, "Buddhism". In Mary Z. Stange dan Carol K. Oyster (ed). Encyclopaedia of Women in Today's World. California: Sage Publications.
- Lai, Suat Yan. 2011, "Rape Crisis Centers". In Mary Z. Stange dan Carol K. Oyster (ed). Encyclopaedia of Women in Today's World. California: Sage Publications.
- Participation of The Women's Movement in Malaysia: The 1999 General Election, Civil Society in Southeast Asia, Institute of Southeast Asian Studies, 2004, pp.122-143.
- Lai Suat Yan. The Women s Movement in Peninsular Malaysia: A Historical Analysis , Social Movements in Malaysia: From Moral Communities to NGOs, RoutledgeCurzon Press, 2003, pp. 45-74.
Article in Proceeding
- Lai, SY. (2017) Buddhism, Equality, and Feminism: Embodied Practices. In Karma Lekshe Tsomo (Ed.), Contemporary Buddhist Women: Contemplation, Cultural Exchange & Social Action (pp.187-193). Hong Kong: Sakyaditha Hong Kong.
Other Publications
- Lai, S.Y. and Noraida Endut (2022) Policy Brief On Gender-Based Violence. Submitted to Prof Sulo, Convenor appointed by ENGENDER and WAO. - Policy Briefs
- Lai, Suat Yan, Ngo, Sheau Shi and Yuwana Podin: Reconquerir l enseignement Superieur en Malaisie, Reclaiming Higher Education in Malaysia translated into French, for La vie de la Recherche scientifique, VRS, No. 418, September, 2019 - Translations
- Noorul Ainur M.N. and Lai S.Y. "Changing Mindsets by Gender Training". News Straits Times, 31 March 2001 - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Noorul Ainur M.N. and Lai, S.Y. "Conference to Focus on Gender Capacity Building and Strengthening". News Straits Times, 26 March 2001. - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Noorul Ainur M.N. and Lai, S.Y. "Finance: Key to Reducing Poverty among Women". News Straits Times, 31 March 2001. - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Noorul Ainur M.N. and Lai, S.Y. "Gender Development should not be a Segregated Issue, Workshop Told"News Straits Times, 29 March 2001. - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Noorul Ainur M.N. and Lai, S.Y. "Policies need to Change as Women are still Marginalised". News Strait Times, 28 March 2001. - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Noorul Ainur M.N. and Lai, S.Y."Training Programme to Help Bangladeshi Women Raise Living Standard". News Straits Times, 2 April 2001 - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Lai, S.Y. "Shattered Dreams (of Female Migrant Workers in Malaysia)". The Star, 9 October 2000. Published under the Millennium Markers column. - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
- Lai, S.Y. "Views on Rape need to Change". The Star, 15 March 2000. - Mass Media(Newspaper,Radio,Tv,Popular Magazine)
RESEARCH INTEREST
- Gender, Religion, and Social Change (gender relations, feminist hermeneutics, inter-faith dialogue)
- Gender, Violence and Social Movements (gender justice, gendered violence, social change)
- Gender, Development, Environment, and Social Policy (human-centered development, sustainable development, gender-sensitive policy, gender mainstreaming)
RESEARCH PROJECT
National
- 2016 - 2017, ADEC UMliter GrantAction Research, Feminist Pedagogy and Blended Learning ( Principal Investigator(PI))
- 2016 - 2017, Bantuan Kecil Penyelidikan (BKP)The micro-politics and social history of (non)-veiling in modern Malaysia ( Consultant)
- 2012 - 2014, Short Term Research Fund (Vote F)(PJP)Malaysian Feminist History and the Role of Female Identity in the Transmission of Cultural Values: A Literary Study ( Consultant)
- 2013 - 2013, UNFPABaseline Study on gender discrimination of women lawyers in KL and Selangor ( Principal Investigator(PI))
- 2011 - 2012, Postgraduate Research Grant(PPP)Gender dan Kemudahan Awam: Kajian Kes Kesaksamaan Gender dalam Konteks Penggunaan Tandas Awam Wanita di Terminal-terminal Bas Utama di Semenanjung Malaysia. ( Principal Investigator(PI))
- 2008 - 2010, IPPP UMObstacles to, Meaning and Implications of Full Ordination for Women in the Buddhist Theravadin Traditions in Malaysia ( Principal Investigator(PI))
- 1998 - 1999, All Action Women's Society (AWAM)National Research on the Institutional Responses to Rape in Malaysia ( Coordinator)
CONSULTANCY PROJECT
- Workshop to Enact a Sexual Harassment Act, Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development01 Dec 2019 - 01 Dec 2020 (National)
- Speaker for The Workshop to Enact a Sexual Harassment Act, Ministry of Women, Family, and Community Development01 Dec 2019 - 01 Dec 2019 (National)
- Internal Auditor, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences01 Dec 2017 - 01 Dec 2019 (National)
- Um Internal Auditor, University Malaya01 Dec 2015 - 01 Dec 2017 (National)
- Gender Technology and Development Journal., Gender Technology and Development Journal.01 Dec 2015 - 01 Dec 2015 (International)
- Baseline Study On The Working Conditions of Women Lawyers in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, The Association of Women Lawyers01 Jun 2013 - 01 Jun 2013 (National)
- Baseline Study On Working Conditions of Women Lawyers in Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, Association of Women Lawyers Malaysia01 Jan 2013 - 01 Jan 2013 (National)
- Gender Sensitization Course, The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development01 Jan 2012 - 01 Jan 2012 (National)
- Celebration of The 2nd Annual International Bhikkhuni Day, 23rd September, 2012 Where I Am Invited as a Resource Person to Discuss The Video Kungfu Nuns ., Support Network for Women Renunciants in Malaysia and Singapore01 Jan 2012 - 01 Jan 2012 (National)
- Workshop Held in Conjunction With The Opening of Gotami Vihara from 2nd-3rd June and is a Resource Person for The Session "Assertiveness Training"., Support Network for Women Renunciants in Malaysia and Singapore01 Jan 2012 - 01 Jan 2012 (National)
- The National Report (Draft) On Measures Adopted by The Malaysian Government to Give Effect to The Convention On The Elimination of All Forms of Violence Against Women (Cedaw)., Government of Malaysia (Hawa)01 Nov 1997 - 01 Nov 1998 (National)
PAPER PRESENTED
INVITED SPEAKER
- Gender Lens On Budget 2022: Gender Based Violence, Gender Lens On Budget 2022, ENGENDER and Gender Budget Group, WFD (National) (11 Mar 2022 - 11 Mar 2022)
- Youth As Agents Of ChangeTowards Gender Equality: Best Practices, 'He 4 She' Gender Equality Social Project, AIESEC, UTAR (National) (24 Jan 2022 - 24 Jan 2022)
- Mothers As Agents of Change, International Webinar On Literacy, Department of Education, The Women University, Multan, Pakistan (International) (08 Sep 2021 - 08 Sep 2021)
- Academic Freedom in the Asia Pacific Region During Covid-19 Pandemic, EI Online Further and Higher Education and Research Conference, Education International (International) (10 Feb 2021 - 10 Feb 2021)
- Youth As Agents of Change Towards Gender Equality: Best Practices, Millennial for Change #2 - Youth As Agents of Change, Persatuan Sains Sosial Malaysia, Jabatan Pembangunan Wanita, KPWKM, NCWO, KUPTM (National) (20 Jan 2021 - 20 Jan 2021)
- Unconscious Bias and Gender, KLBC Gender Equality and Diversity Committee Webinar on Unconscious Bias, KLBC Gender Equality and Diversity Committee  (National) (21 May 2020 - 21 May 2020)
- Reproduction of Power Relations in Society In the Sphere of Technology, Technology, A Man's World?, Take Back The Tech, MCCHR, CIJ Malaysia and WAO (National) (25 Nov 2016 - 25 Nov 2016)
- Gender, Relationships and Abuse, Domestic Violence:When Are We Going To Talk About It?, Gender Studies Program, University Malaya (University) (24 Sep 2016 - 24 Sep 2016)
- Hindrances in Reporting Sexual Harassment at the Workplace, The Dome Of Silence: Combatting Sexual Harassment, Community Awareness Week 2016, The Dome of Silence, Combating Sexual Harassment (University) (05 May 2016 - 05 May 2016)
- Discussion on the topic of sexual harassment from the dynamics of gender and power, Sexual Harassment Forum, Projek Dialog and Young Women Making Change (Others) (22 Nov 2015 - 22 Nov 2015)
- Just be Present: Active Listening and Mindfulness, K Sri Dhammananda Lecture Series 2015, Buddhist Maha Vihara (Others) (15 Nov 2015 - 15 Nov 2015)
- Women's Rights: Issues and Challenges, The Faculty of Arts and Basic Sciences of BUITEMS, Pakistan, Seminar Series, The Faculty of Arts and Basic Sciences of BUITEMS, Pakistan, Seminar Series (International) (21 May 2013 - 21 May 2013)
PRESENTER
- Whither Gender Equality in Buddhist Societies?, Faith and Legacy Forum on "Women and Buddhism", Fo Guang Shan Education Center, The Chinese Studies Department, UM and BUM (International) (19 Sep 2020 - 19 Sep 2020)
- Gender Equality Report , ASEAN Women Network Committee Meeting, Education International (International) (07 Sep 2017 - 08 Sep 2017)
- Buddhism, Equality, and Feminism: Embodied Practices, Sakyaditha 15th International Conference on Buddhist Women, Sakyaditha International Association of Buddhist Women (International) (22 Jun 2017 - 28 Jun 2017)
- Action Research, Feminist Pedagogy and Blended Learning: Towards a Holistic and Practical Approach, Learning Innovation and Teaching Enhancement Research Conference 2017, Academic Enhancement and Leadership Development Center (ADEC), University Malaya (University) (15 Mar 2017 - 16 Mar 2017)
- Buddhist Women As Spiritual Leaders, Ritual Specialists, and Religious Innovators: Case Studies from Thailand, Indonesia and Japan, The Thirteenth API Regional Workshop, The Nippon Foundation (International) (09 Nov 2014 - 14 Nov 2014)
- Female Warrior Or damsel In Distress?: Representations of Femininity in Malaysian Myths and Legends, "Myth", KDU university College (University) (20 Sep 2013 - 20 Sep 2013)
- Democracy From A Feminist Perspective, Democracy 2.0: The People Reloaded, Our Collective Take (Others) (12 Oct 2011 - 12 Oct 2011)
- Female Gender as Non-Attachment and Field-of-Merit: Venerable Dhammananda Ordination as Bhikkhuni in the Thai Theravada Buddhist Context , WECSOR 2009 Standing at the Crossroads , Santa Clara University, California  (International) (22 Mar 2009 - 23 Mar 2009)
- "The Thread That Binds: Aspiration and/or Support for Bhikkhuni Ordination", The 6th International Conference in Gender Studies (SAMA 6), Southeast Asian Association for Gender Studies, Malaysia Branch (SAMA), Centre for Gender Research, Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and Women's Development Research Centre (KANITA), Universiti Sains Malaysia. (International) (28 Nov 2008 - 29 Nov 2008)
- Agents of Change: A Case Study of the Domestic Violence Act , Malaysia Forum Conference 2005  (International) (21 May 2005 - 22 May 2005)
- Ambiguities of Democratization for the Women's Movement in Malaysia , Workshop on Civil Society Southeast Asia , Institute of Southeast Asian Studies  (International) (12 Nov 2001 - 13 Nov 2001)
- Winds of Change: The Women's Movement in Malaysia , Second International Malaysian Studies Conference , Institute of Postgraduate Studies & Research, University Malaya  (International) (02 Aug 1999 - 04 Aug 1999)
OTHERS
- Discussant for the Panel Labour Migration, Remittances and Gender in Asia, Symposium On Asian Development, Korean Association of International Development and Cooperation, Institute of Strategic and International Studies and University of Malaya. (International) (01 Sep 2016 - 02 Sep 2016)
- Secretariat of The 10th International Malaysian Studies Conference, The 10th International Malaysian Studies Conference, Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Heritage, University Malaysia Sabah, IKMAS and Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, UKM (International) (15 Aug 2016 - 17 Aug 2016)
- Chairperson for A Panel in the 10th Malaysian Social Science Conference, The 10th Malaysian Social Science Conference, Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Heritage, University Malaysia Sabah, IKMAS and Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities, UKM (International) (15 Aug 2016 - 17 Aug 2016)
- Beauty Versus Women: Sociological and Cultural Impact, Public Lecture on Beauty Versus Women: Sociological and Cultural Impact, Center for Civilisational Dialogue, UM and Gender Studies Program, Faculty of arts and Social Sciences, UM (University) (18 Sep 2013 - 18 Sep 2013)
- Moderator for the Session: Cultivating Positive Emotions in Society, The World Buddhist Conference 2012: Transcending Negative Emotions, Buddhist Gem Fellowship, Buddhist Missionary Society, and Young Buddhist Association of Malaysia.  (International) (03 Nov 2012 - 04 Nov 2012)
- Chair the presentation of speakers from 10am-12 noon, Research Seminar Series, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (Others) (21 Sep 2012 - 21 Sep 2012)
- Discussant for the Session on Gender, Justice and Rights, Workshop On Book Project: Globalisation and Social Transformation in Two Culturally Diverse Societies: The Australian and Malaysian Experience, University Kebangsaan Malaysia and The University of New South Wales (International) (07 Feb 2012 - 09 Feb 2012)
- Innovation Through 'Tradition': Bhikkhuni Dhammananda's Framing of the Gender Discourse in the Theravada Buddhist 'Tradition' in the Context of Thailand, International Convention of Asia Scholars (ICAS) 6 (International) (06 Aug 2009 - 09 Aug 2009)
- Chairperson for Welcome Remarks and Introduction Speech Session , GO-NGO Forum on the United Nations Gender Equality Architecture Reform (GEAR), Gender Studies Programme, University of Malaya  (International) (28 Aug 2008 - 28 Aug 2008)
- Chairperson for Presentation on "Orientation on the Gear" Session , GO-NGO Forum on the United Nations Gender Equality Architecture Reform (GEAR) , Gender Studies Programme, University of Malaya  (International) (28 Aug 2008 - 28 Aug 2008)
- The Case on Sexual Harassment in the Workplace , National Human Resource Summit 2001: Changing Perspective & Emerging Challenges in Malaysia's Human Resource Management Today , Asian Strategy & Leadership Institute  (National) (20 Aug 2001 - 21 Aug 2001)
- Discussant for Gender Session , Second International Malaysian Studies Conference , Institute of Postgraduate Studies & Research, University Malaya  (International) (02 Aug 1999 - 04 Aug 1999)
ACADEMIC/PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Evaluation
- (2022) Internal Examiner for Wang Hou Gang's Phd Candidature Defence, University, (Internal Examiner)
- (2022) Reviewer of Proposal Defence for Mao Cun's Doctoral Thesis, University, (Reviewer)
- (2022) Reviewer for Proposal Defence of Su Long Doctoral Thesis, University, (Reviewer)
- (2022) Deputy Chair, Humanistic Buddhism Research Centre, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, University, (Internal Assessor)
- (2022) Candidature Defence External Examiner for Yin Linna's Doctoral Thesis, University, (External Examiner)
- (2021) Appointment as Pool of External Examiners for Usm, National, (External Assessor)
- (2021) External Reviewer for The Diploma of Higher Education Studies (Dhes) Course Review, National, (External Assessor)
- (2021) Examiner of Saeeda Khan's Doctoral Thesis for Her Viva Voce On 25 October 2021, University, (Internal Examiner)
- (2019) Review for Springer Nature the book proposal titled Gender and Sexuality Justice in Malaysia: Finding Resolutions Through Conflicts , (Reviewer)
- (2019) Jogja Asian Film Festival, Cultural Public Sphere, Cinephilia: Urban Identity of Kota Yogyakarta, (Internal Examiner)
- (2018) Examiner for the presentation proposal by Tan Jenny titled "Singlism in Malaysia: Constructing Identities and Negotiating Singlehood on Social Media" , (Internal Examiner)
- (2018) Examiner of proposal defence of Jayagowri Pindaya for her thesis titled "Gender and Ethnic Diversity in Public Sector Innovation" , (Internal Examiner)
- (2018) Examiner for the Candidature Defence on the Topic of Rape by Nur Adiba binti Ab Mubin titled "Perspektif Perogol Dewasa Terhadap Rogol Menggunakan Analisis Feminis" , (Internal Examiner)
- (2018) Pembentukan Usahawan Batik Dan Songket Wanita Di Pantai Timur Berasaskan Peranan Gender untuk jurnal schopus Kajian Malaysia, (Reviewer)
- (2018) Malaysian Rural and Urban Indigenous Women: The Perception of Body Image for the jurnal schopus Kajian Malaysia, (Reviewer)
- (2017) Examiner of proposal defence of Gnei Meghana Bahar for her thesis titled "Menstrual Activism in Cyberspace: Unmuting the Tabooed", (Examiner)
- (2017) Examiner of proposal defence of Saeeda Khan for her thesis titled "Islamic Militancy and Pashtunwali: Endangering Gender and Human Rights in Swat Valley, Pakistan", (Internal Examiner)
- (2015) Reviewed an article on sexual harassment for the Gender, Technology and Development Journal., (Reviewer)
- Menjadi penilai bagi Journal SOJOURN untuk menilai artikel "Gendered Aliens-Women as Aliens: Reading Alien Citizens through the Malaysian Media".
- Menjadi penilai untuk artikel berkait dengan wanita, politik dan antropologi untuk Jurnal ISI iaitu Journal of the Royal Anthropological Institute untuk tahun 2008.
- Examiner for the candidature defence of a doctoral dissertation entitled "Pembentukan Profail dan Agihan Kerja Pasangan Copreneurship di Johor Bahru" , (Examiner)
Contribution to external organisation
- (2022) Resource Person as The Head of The Panel of Assessor for a Women's Conference, National, (Resource Person)
- (2022) Representing Malaysia, Gender Expert - Peer Learning Workshop, Gender Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity in Higher Education, International, (Resource Person)
- (2022) Representing Malaysia as Gender Expert for The Leadership Workshop On Gender Edi in Higher Education Institutions, International, (Resource Person)
- (2022) Gender Expert as Part of Special Project Team to Provide Input for Draft of The Sexual Harassment Act Under The Auspices of The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (Kpwkm), National, (Expert Advisor)
- (2021) Invitation as Gender Expert to Discuss The Anti Stalking Law Under The Auspices of The Prime Minister Department (Parliament and Law), National, (Expert Advisor)
- (2021) Secretariat for The 12th International Malaysian Studies Conference (Msc 12), International, (Resource Person)
- (2020) APWiL Mentoring program, Association of Pacific Rim Universities, International
- (2018) Speaker/Resource Person on Best Practices in Management of Sexual Harassment Workshop, UNIMAS Academic Staff Association, National
- (2018) Speaker/Resource Person on Addressing the Culture of Silence Surrounding Sexual Harassment Workshop, UNIMAS Academic Staff Association, National
- (2018) Panelist for the Panel Men and Women Towards Gender Equality: "We" Empower and Resource Person for its Sexual Harassment Workshop, We.EMPOWER, University
- (2018) Speaker/Resource Person On Facts and Myths of Sexual Harassment Workshop, UNIMAS Academic Staff Association, National
Contribution to event
- (2022) Moderator of The Forum Gandhara and Buddharaja Art, Culture and Religion in Pakistan and Southeast Asia, International, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2022) Panelist for Wacana Intelektual - Harapan Untuk Malaysia: Tahun Baru 2021 dan Seterusnya, National, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) United Nations Population Fund (Unfpa) Malaysia: Malaysia Women and Girls Forum (Mwgf), National, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) Panelist for Sexual Harassment Code: What's Changed Forum, University, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) Speaker for The Research E-Carnival 2021, University, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) Stereotaip Berasaskan Gender Di Media Massa, National, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) Panelist for Wacana Sembang Bikin Bimbang Edisi 3:0: Wanita dan Pemerdayaanya, University, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) Moderator for Webinar Union Wins, International, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) Moderator for The Forum "Addressing Sexual Harassment Towards Gender Equality", University, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) What Can Be Done to End Gender-Based Violence?, National, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) Sexual Harassment, University, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) Policy Input in The Review of The UM Code of Conduct Pertaining to Sexual Harassment, University, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) Chair of Thesis Seminar, University, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) Panelist for The Interfaith Dialogue Titled 'Breaking Hate: Building Social Cohesion in a Divided Malaysia', National, (Panelist/Moderator)
- (2021) Um Investigation Panel for The Complaint of Sexual Harassment, University, (Panelist/Moderator)
Media appearance
- (2022) Interview for Article in Bernama On Ge15 and Seats for Women, National, (Interview)
- (2022) Interview for Article in Bernama On New Sexual Harassment Law, National, (Interview)
- (2022) Live Interview Astro Awani Cerita Sebalik Berita: Apa Peranan Gender Focal Team, National, (Interview)
- (2022) Live Interview for News On Ruu Antigangguan Seksual Lulus: Apa Selepas Ini?, National, (Interview)
- (2021) Education, Awareness Are Vital in New Straits Times, National, (Interview)
- (2021) Experts Alarmed by Entertainer Treating Rape Scene as Amusing Anecdote, National, (Interview)
- (2021) Expert: If a Guy Makes Rape Joke, it Reflects Narcissism & Misogyny in Malaysiakini Mandarin Version, National, (Interview)
SUPERVISION
Under Graduate Students
- (2002) Kesaksmaan antara Wanita dan Lelaki dari Perspektif Agama Baha'i: Suatu Kajian Pemahaman Komuniti Baha'i Pulau Pinag terhadap Isu Kesaksamaan Gender
- (2001) Satu Kajian Perbandingan Masalah Lari dari Rumah di antara Lelaki Cina dan Wanita Cina di Jabatan Perkhidmatan Awam dan Aduan M.C.A
- (2001) Perbandingan Program Pemulihan Dadah Swasta yang Dijalankan di kalangan Penagih Dadah Wanita dan Lelaki: Kajian Kes di Sarah's Inn dan Pengasih
- (2001) Masalah Tekanan Hidup Berdasarkan Gender:Suatu Kajian Klien yang Mengunjungi ke Pusat Kaunseling Red Dust
- (2001) Bebanan di antara Mahasiswa dan Mahasiswi yang telah Berumah Tangga di Universiti Malaya
- (2000) Isu dan Permasalahan Wanita Mengandung Anak di Luar Ikatan Perkahwinan
- (1999) Peranan, Pencapaian dan Masalah yang dihadapi oleh Scan Team, Hospital Kuala Lumpur
- (1999) Peranan, Kejayaan, serta Maasalah yang Dihadapi oleh One Stop Crisis Centre (O.S.C.C) di dalam Mmemebrikan Perkhidmatan kepada Mangsa Keganasan Rumahtangga
- (1998) Setakat Mana Buku Teks dan Guru Sensitif terhadap Gender
- (1998) Remaja:Perhubungan Intim dan Pengetahuan mengenai Seksualiti Mereka
- (1998) Penilaian Program-Program KEMAS dari Perspektif Gender
- (1998) Penganiyaan Pekerja Domestik Wanita Asing di Malaysia
- (1998) Penderaan Seksual di kalangan Kanak-Kanak: Faktor Penyebab, Kesan serta Langkah Pencegahannya (Kajian Kes di Negeri Kelantan)
- (1998) Fungsi Majlis AIDS Malaysia Mengendalikan HIV/AIDS sebagai Satu Isu Gender
- (1997) Satu Laporan mengenai Peranan yang Dimainkan oleh Pertubuhan Pertolongan Wanita (WAO)dalam Memberi Pertolongan kepada Mangsa-Magsa Penderaan Keganasan Rumah Tangga
Postgraduate Student
PhD/ Doctoral
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(2017) Women s Empowerment and Humanitarian Aid in Yemen during the Conflict since 2015: Effectiveness and Impact, Ghaidaa Motahar
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(2016) An Evaluation Study on Women Entrepreneurship Funding Initiative - the BizWanita-I Programme, Roziah bt Mohamed Isa
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(2010) A Study of the Process of Social Participation of Rural Women in Local Groups in Malaysia, Parvin Pakzadmanesh
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(2008) Muslim Women's Activism: A Comparative Study of the Educated Female Perception in Malaysia and Pakistan, Aurangzaib Alamgir
Master
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(2011) Gender dan Kemudahan Awam: Kajian Kes Kesaksamaan Gender Dalam Konteks Penggunaan Tandas Awam Wanita di Terminal-terminal Utama di Semenanjung Malaysia, Mawaddah Binti Suhaimi
TEACHING
Master
- (2022) AQD7003 - Feminist and Gender Theories
- (2022) AQD7006 - Gender Issues in Contemporary Society
- (2022) AQD7001 - Methodology and Gender Studies
- (2022) AQD7007 - Sexual Violence and Body Politics
Bachelor/First Degree
- (2022) AIX3005 - Gender Issues in The Media
- (2021) AIX3005 - Gender Issues in The Media
- (2017) AZEA1101 - Introduction to Gender Studies
- (2017) AZEA3303 - Gender, Agama, Adat dan Perubahan Sosial
- (2017) AZEA3304 - Gender Issues in The Media
- (2013) AZEA1101 - Pengenalan Pengajian Gender
- (2013) AZEA3303 - Gender, Agama, Adat dan Perubahan Sosial
- (2011) AZEA1103 - Teori Pengajian Gender
- (2010) AZEA1101 - Introduction to Gender Studies
- (2010) AZEA3303 - Gender, Religion and Social Change
- (2008) AZEA2182 - Research Methodology in Gender
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ACTIVITIES
- Panelist for The Award-Winning Documentary The Boys Club, (17 Jun 2022 - 17 Jun 2022) (University)
- Moderator for The The Panel Solidarity With The Palestinians: Transcending Race, Religion and National Boundaries, (16 Jun 2021 - 16 Jun 2021) (International)
- Naib Presiden, Pkaum, (30 Dec 2020 - 22 Dec 2022) (University)
- Panel to Assess The Implementation of The Fieldwork of The Students of The Women'S Leadership Academy 2019/20, (28 Nov 2020 - 28 Nov 2020)
- Speaker for The Gender Equality Program, (25 Aug 2020 - 25 Aug 2020)
- Participation in The Empowering Refugee Women Workshop, (10 Jan 2020 - 11 Jan 2020)
- Panelist for The Forum Be An Ally: Change The Culture That Condones Sexual Harassment, (10 Dec 2018 - 10 Dec 2018)
- Exco, Malaysian Social Science Association Which Works to Advance The Interest and Scholarship of The Academics Community., (29 Apr 2017 - 19 Apr 2018)
- Chairperson of The Subcommitee for The Investigation of a Sexual Assault Complaint. The Presence of This Committee Contributes to Ensuring a Safe Campus Environment., (03 Mar 2017 - 31 Dec 2017)
- Deputy President, Malaysian Academic Movement Founded to Support and Advance The Interests of Academics in Malaysia., (06 Mar 2017 - 05 Mar 2019)
- President, Gotami Vihara Society, Founded to Look Into The Welfare and Interest of Female Renunciants in The Buddhist Community in General and The Theravada Community in Particular, (23 Apr 2017 - 22 Apr 2019)
- The Representative of Pkaum in The Bureau for Sexual Harassment Complaints to Receive, Investigate and Deliberate On Cases., (16 Feb 2017 - 31 Dec 2018)
- Interviewed by Berita Daily On The Topic "is White The Ultimate Beauty?", (12 May 2017 - 12 May 2017)
- Contributed An Article to The Asean Women'S Network (Awn) Newsletter Titled "Move Carts Off Roadblocks to Eduation, Equality and Empowerment., (01 Jun 2017 - 30 Jun 2017)
- As An Expert On Gender Based Violence Developed Two Modules for Training Including Gender Sensitivity in The Management and Handling Such Cases for Those Who Are Potentially First in Line to Receive Such Cases for The University Malaya Management., (26 Jul 2017 - 26 Jul 2017)
- Vice-President Pkaum, Formed to Look Into The Welfare and Interests of Academic Staff, (03 Aug 2017 - 31 Mar 2018)
- Spearheading a Campus Roadshow for Gerak Based On The Theme "Combating Sexual Harassment On Malaysian Campuses" That Target Both Public and Private Institutions of Higher Learning., (14 Sep 2017 - 31 Dec 2018)
- Rapporteur for The Pre-Conference Session On Gender Equality for The 8th El Asia Pacific Conference in Nepal in October 2017, (09 Oct 2017 - 09 Oct 2017)
- Mobilizing University Malaya Students Participation in Awam'S White Ribbon Campaign 2016, (27 Nov 2016 - 27 Nov 2016)
- Gotami Vihara Society Malaysia, Vice-President, (12 Apr 2015 - 01 Apr 2017)
- Vice-President, Gotami Vihara Society, (12 Apr 2015 - 11 Apr 2017)
- Part of The Founding Members of The Buddhist Academy of Nalanda Tradition Working Towrads Its Official Registration in Malaysia., (01 Jun 2014)
- Moderator At The Vajrayana Buddhist Cpuncil of Malaysia Convention in 2013, (08 Jun 2013 - 08 Jun 2013)
- Vice-President, Gotami Vihara Society and is One of Its Founding Members. Was a Member of Its Protem Committe Prior to This. Its Vision is to Provide Support for Female Buddhist Renunciates., (09 Jul 2013)
- Education & Training Committee Member, Vajrayana Buddhist Council of Malaysia, (01 Sep 2013 - 01 Jun 2014)
- Committee Member of The Academic Staff Union, University Malaya, (21 Nov 2012 - 01 Jan 2014)
- Represented The University for The Makswip Championship 2012, (05 Mar 2012 - 08 Mar 2012)
- Protem Committee of The Support Network for Women Renunciants in Malaysia and Singapore, (02 Sep 2011 - 02 Sep 2013)
- Interviewed in China Press for a Feature Article On Gender Studies Program., (07 Apr 2009 - 07 Apr 2009)
- Interviewed in News Straits Times for a Feature Article On Gender Equality: "Glass Ceiling That's Widening Gender Gap", (31 Dec 2008 - 31 Dec 2008)
- Coordinator for Malaysia-Indonesia Booth for The Annual International Festival Organised by I.Place, Claremont College, (09 Apr 2005 - )
- Speaker Representing Malaysia At The Fund-Raising Forum "Voices from The Countries in Crisis", Claremont, McKenna, Claremont, U.S.A, (20 Jan 2005 - 20 Jan 2005)
- Part of a Five-Member Team from Awam to Met With The Attorney-General to Discuss Ways in Which Law as Pertaining to Rape Can Be Further Improved., (15 Apr 2000 - 15 Apr 2000)
- Organised Celebration of The International Women's Day 1995 With The Women's Committee During Master Degree, (08 Mar 1995 - 08 Mar 1995)
- Active Involvement in The Women's Committee of The Institute: Reviewed The Sexual Harassment Regulation of The Institute, (01 Sep 1994 - 01 Sep 1994)