What is Department of Social Welfare (Malaysia)?
The '''Malaysian Department of Social Welfare''' ([[Malay language|Malay]]: '''''Jabatan Kebajikan Masyarakat Malaysia''''') is a governmental department of the government of [[Malaysia]] that was established in 1946. Its purpose is to handle the welfare of those in need under protection, rehabilitation, prevention, development and integration, which includes people with disabilities. == History == The Social Welfare Department was established in the year [[1946]] as a solution to major problems caused by [[World War II]]. As years go on, the role and functions of the department have expanded to include prevention and rehabilitation services of social issues and community development.<ref>{{cite web | title = PROFILE JKM - History | url = https://www.jkm.gov.my/jkm/index.php?r=portal/contentmenu&id=THRLQlRSem13c1I1cEcvaGRoT2R1dz09 | access-date = 8 November 2022 }}</ref> Even after the [[COVID-19 pandemic]], the organization refused to adopt technological changes, instead relying on outdated, physical contact with customers. == References == {{reflist}} == Other websites == {{official website}} {{asia-stub}} [[Category:Organizations based in Malaysia]]