Universal Child Grants: Supporting a Brighter Future for all Malaysian Children

Raising kids is expensive – what if the Government could help? In this week’s episode of ASLI Expert Series, we dive into the pressing question: Why are many opting out of parenthood today?

The overwhelming cost of raising children is a significant deterrent. But what if the government could ease this burden through Universal Child Grants (UCGs)?

UCGs are regular cash transfers provided to every child, aiming to support families irrespective of income, ensuring that no child is left behind due to poverty.

Expert this week: Derek Kok, Senior Research Analyst, Jeffrey Cheah Institute on Southeast Asia, Sunway University

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/_8_E4TyVRNs?si=-MFIpppFqvAn2g27 

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