Puan Feezyha Azmi

Protecting Human Dignity : The Moral Compass To Save Humanity

What does it mean to be human and to be treated as one? To be human is to possess dignity, and the right to live in peace. Human dignity is the essence that defines us, yet it is exponentially threatened in today’s world. Every human being deserves to be treated fairly, to have their rights respected, and to live free from fear and deprivation. No human being should be denied their basic needs for water, food, shelter, and medical treatment as the Palestinians are. When we deny others their needs and dignity, we not only wound them, but we also wound humanity itself.

Living Well, Living Long : Why Health Starts With You

According to the latest data from the Department of Statistics Malaysia (DoSM), the current average life expectancy for Malaysians, regardless of ethnic group is 75.2 years. The life expectancy for males is 73 years, while females can expect to live longer, averaging 77.8 years. Such numbers are not alarming, but they do suggest for greater consideration of the connection between longevity and quality of life, especially in terms of health. Undoubtedly, technological advancement in medical field have played a crucial part in elevating the life expectancy as they continue to progress.

The Role of World Leaders for Sustainability

With the remaining more or less than five years towards the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, the progress of its 17 goals seems to be rather slow and stagnated. According to the Sustainable Development Goals Report 2024, the current progress falls far short of what is intended to meet the SDGs, and this is mainly due to the convergence of multiple global crises.