Malaysia urged to offer grants for home-based childcare providers

The Malaysian government faces calls to establish special grants aimed at assisting home-based childcare providers with operational costs, including registration and training.

Siti Nur Farhana Miskom, president of the Rahmah Malaysian Housewives Association, emphasized the importance of these grants and subsidies. She noted that many home-based caregivers operate with limited capital, making the financial burden of official registration, training, and meeting compliance standards particularly challenging.

Miskom highlighted that the high costs associated with registration and training, coupled with complicated procedures, often overwhelm these providers. This situation discourages them from operating formally and legally, potentially impacting the quality and accessibility of childcare services. The association advocates for government support to ease these financial and procedural barriers, enabling more caregivers to formalize their services.