18 June 2026

By ~ Padmini Pillai


Strong Women, Stronger World – An Educational Programme For Women



On 18 June 2026, Dewan As-Sakinah, Menara MBAS, came alive as more than 300 participants gathered for the Program Wanita Sihat, Inspirasi Dunia – Strong Women, Stronger World.

The idea for this programme came from IWC Alor Setar President, Ishka, who witnessed a woman collapse in a shopping mall several months ago. As a crowd gathered around her, sadly, no one had the knowledge to administer CPR. Deeply affected by the incident, she shared her thoughts with the members, and together they explored the idea of organising a programme to equip women with basic life-saving skills. This vision finally became a reality on 18 June 2026.

The programme was jointly organised by IWC AS, Majlis Bandaraya Alor Setar (MBAS), and PUSPANITA Kedah. It began with an energetic Zumba session led by the Rimba Aerobic Club Alor Setar.

The event was graced by Datin Hajah Nurul Aznim binti Mohd Razalli, Deputy Chairperson of PUSPANITA Kedah Branch, who officiated the programme. Participants also enjoyed a health exhibition and gained valuable knowledge through a series of informative talks delivered by medical experts from Kedah Medical Centre.

Among the highlights were a women’s health talk by Dr Che Hatikah Che Hanafi, an O&G specialist, a dementia awareness session by Dr Yew Yan Xi, and an emergency response Basic Living Skills demonstration by Encik Ku Mohamad Nasrul and his team, including the Heimlich manoeuvre, and infant choking rescue techniques.

The programme successfully promoted health awareness, empowerment, and community engagement, underscoring the importance of women’s well-being in building stronger communities. As President Ishka aptly shared in her welcoming address:
“If, after this programme, even one participant is able to save another person’s life during an emergency, then every effort invested in organising this programme will have been worthwhile.”

A heartfelt appreciation to all participants, speakers, organisers, volunteers, and partners who contributed to the success of this timely event.

Together, we celebrate healthy women as an inspiration to the world. An empowered woman recognises her worth, embraces her potential, and uses her voice to create positive change in her life, her family, and her community.