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Melaka Launches Empowerment Program for Persons with Disabilities

4/29/2025

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The Melaka government is championing Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) by launching impactful entrepreneurship initiatives. The Two Years Empowerment Programme (2 YEP) provides RM5,000 grants and professional training for 45 participants, including 22 PwDs. Furthermore, the 1 OKU 1 scheme offers free business registration, resulting in 1,324 registered businesses by March 2025, fostering independence and opportunity.

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Story summary

The Melaka government is championing Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) by launching impactful entrepreneurship initiatives. The Two Years Empowerment Programme (2 YEP) provides RM5,000 grants and professional training for 45 participants, including 22 PwDs. Furthermore, the 1 OKU 1 scheme offers free business registration, resulting in 1,324 registered businesses by March 2025, fostering independence and opportunity.