scholarly journals Strategies of Accessible City for Malaysia as A Developing Country

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (SI4) ◽  
pp. 145-151
Author(s):  
Nur Amirah Abd Samad ◽  
Ismail Said ◽  
Asiah Abdul Rahim
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Universal Design ◽  
City Planning ◽  
Equal Opportunity ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Developing Nations ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article ◽  
Planning Approaches

Becoming an Accessible City in developing countries has mitigating barriers as compared to developed countries. It is comprehensive to non-discriminate PwDs in access and facilities for equal opportunity. Accessibility legislation of different nations has various success in implementing and enforcing Universal Design through regulatory, government initiatives, and planning approaches. ASEAN developing nations have awareness and advocacy, because the fragmentary built environment, resulting in Accessible City concept that has not strived to expectation. Eliciting from interviews of access consultants and city planning regulations from London, Oslo, and Singapore. Conclusively, extraction of inclusion strategies is to be adapted for implementation in Malaysia. Keywords: Accessible City; Universal Design; Inclusion strategies; developing countries. eISSN: 2398-4287© 2021. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians/Africans/Arabians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v6iSI4.2913  

scholarly journals Poverty Alleviation Policies in Developing Countries of Malaysia and Nigeria: A historical review

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (16) ◽  
Author(s):  
Zarina Mohd Zain ◽  
Nor Suhaiza Md Khalid ◽  
Suzei Mat Nurudin ◽  
Timothy Onimisi
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Poverty Alleviation ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Historical Review ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Developing Nations ◽  
The Past ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
The Government ◽  
Open Access Article

Poverty in communities in most developing countries is alarming and still exists. The rise in poverty affects economic growth. The government brings significant efforts to ease poverty but the incidence of poverty still high. The need to historically and review the past policies on poverty alleviation in these developing nations prompted this paper. This paper aims to review the past and present poverty alleviation policies of Malaysia and Nigeria based on secondary data. Interestingly, in Malaysia, the poverty alleviation policies make progress, while in Nigeria, the poverty alleviation policies seem not to be progressing. Keywords: Poverty Alleviation; Policy; Developing Countries eISSN: 2398-4287© 2021. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians/Africans/Arabians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI:

scholarly journals Building Managers’ Views on Accessibility and UD Implementation in Public Buildings: Putrajaya

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (6) ◽  
pp. 47
Author(s):  
Syazwani Abdul Kadir ◽  
Mariam Jamaludin ◽  
Asiah Abdul Rahim
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Universal Design ◽  
Public Awareness ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Public Buildings ◽  
The Public ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

This paper discusses the interview data collection of an on-going research on accessibility of public buildings in Putrajaya. Main issues include the public awareness of PWD rights and the true concepts of Universal Design (UD). Main purposes are to investigate the building managers’ level of awareness and perception regarding the accessibility of their buildings and to study their knowledge on UD theory. Semi-structured interview was carried out with building managers from three public buildings in Putrajaya. Findings show that UD knowledge needs to be enhanced among building managers in order to increase awareness on inclusive environment in public buildings. Keywords: Public awareness; accessibility; Universal Design; semi-structured interview eISSN 2514-7528 © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia

scholarly journals Applicability of Malaysian Standards and Universal Design in Public Buildings in Putrajaya

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (6) ◽  
pp. 29-38
Author(s):  
Syazwani Abdul Kadir ◽  
Mariam Jamaludin
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Built Environment ◽  
Peer Review ◽  
Universal Design ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Public Buildings ◽  
Persons With Disabilities ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Accessibility Issues ◽  
Open Access Article

This paper discusses an on-going research on universal design implementation in public buildings in Putrajaya with the applicability to Malaysian Standards of accessibility. The areas of study include disability and accessibility issues, current accessibility system in Malaysia, Malaysian Standards and universal design implementation in built environment, and the importance of public buildings in Putrajaya. Site observation involving facilities measurement and photographic documentation was conducted in ßve signißcant public buildings in this city. The ßndings of this study may be used as reference to designers and building managements in providing adequate accessible facilities for the buildings’ visitors.   Keywords: persons with disabilities, Malaysian Standards of accessibility, barrier-free/universal design eISSN 2514-751X © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.

scholarly journals Sensory Garden for an Inclusive Society

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 33
Author(s):  
Hazreena Hussein ◽  
Zaliha Omar ◽  
Syaidatul Azzreen Ishak
Keyword(s):  
Universal Design ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Sensory Stimulation ◽  
Design Guidelines ◽  
Kuala Lumpur ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Inclusive Society ◽  
The University ◽  
Open Access Article

This paper introduces a joint program between the University of Malaya and Kuala Lumpur City Hall undertaking the Therapeutic Sensory Stimulation Garden at University of Malaya Medical Centre to promote an inclusive society through sensory therapy. Good universal design practices of sensory gardens visited in the UK, Singapore, and Hong Kong is highlighted. Outcomes showed that users’ engagement with the landscape features promotes positive developments in social behaviours. In contrary, it proved a limited partnership between practitioners, researchers, authorities and users as well as non-availability of design guidelines for these gardens. Both outcomes are a significant argument in the conclusion.2398-4295 © 2016. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK.. This is an open access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.Keywords: Inclusive society; sensory garden; sensory therapy; universal design

scholarly journals Sustainable Life and Social Development through Universally Designed Environment

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (9) ◽  
pp. 183-192 ◽  
Author(s):  
Syazwani Abdul Kadir ◽  
Mariam Jamaludin
Keyword(s):  
Social Development ◽  
Universal Design ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Social Sustainability ◽  
Designed Environment ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Professional Practitioners ◽  
Conceptual Study ◽  
Open Access Article

Universally designed environment provides comfort, adaptability and flexibility that can help to reduce human life cycle impact and encourage residents’ participation in the community. With that, the purpose of this conceptual study is to explore the concept of Universal Design (UD) as a significant aspect of social sustainability, based on professional practitioners’ and scholarly views. UD implementation in built environment may cater the needs of diverse users over the changing abilities throughout lifespan. This study concludes that UD has evolved as a significant component for sustainable life and social development within the individual’s own dwelling and the community as well. Keywords: Universal Design; social sustainability; sustainable life; social development. eISSN 2514-751X © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/aje-bs.v5i17.49

scholarly journals From Waste to Renewable Energy: The Potential of Value and Wealth Creation from Sewage Sludge

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (9) ◽  
pp. 159
Author(s):  
Azzah Amran ◽  
Saripah Abdul Latif
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Open Access ◽  
Sewage Sludge ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Green Economy ◽  
Wealth Creation ◽  
Global Issue ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

Issues and problems in waste management and renewable energy are often linked to development and industrialization. Their implication to people and the environment remain as global issue, particularly in developing countries like Malaysia. This study aims to look into the potential of value and wealth creation by transforming sewage sludge into new source of renewable energy. This study is using qualitative measures. The finding from this qualitative study reveals that, there is a potentiality of value and wealth creation by transforming sewage sludge into energy. Hopefully, this will contribute to green economy practices, which will eventually lead to sustainability of the environment.Keywords: Renewable Energy; Waste; Wealth; SustainabilityeISSN: 2398-4287 © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v3i9.1487

scholarly journals Ergonomics Concept in Inclusive Public Playground Targeting on Children with Disabilities

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (15) ◽  
pp. 3-9
Author(s):  
Nurul Asyikin Mohd Radzi ◽  
Kharizam Ismail ◽  
Lilawati Ab Wahab
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Social Development ◽  
Universal Design ◽  
Children With Disabilities ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Interview Protocol ◽  
The Public ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Keywords Ergonomics ◽  
Open Access Article

Nowadays, playgrounds are underused to improve the physical and social development of young children with special needs. Therefore, this study aims to identify the key criteria of ergonomic inclusive public children playground aim for children with disabilities (CWDs). The study explored the process of universal design and the ergonomics function of play equipment that focuses on CWDs through physical site observation and interview protocol done among caregivers, parents of children with disabilities, and all stakeholders involved in the development of the public playground in Malaysia. The result presents three major themes as a guideline to create an ergonomic inclusive playground. Keywords: Ergonomics; Universal Design; Public Playground; Children with disabilities. eISSN: 2398-4287© 2020. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer-review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: 10.21834/ebpj.v5i15.2499

scholarly journals Legal Implications on Mismanagement of Agrochemicals in Smallholders’ Agro Production in Malaysia

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (7) ◽  
pp. 59 ◽  
Author(s):  
Alizah Ali ◽  
Roha Mohamed Noah ◽  
Shaherah Abd Malik
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Food Production ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Food Crop ◽  
Rural Farmers ◽  
Legal Implications ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Agriculture Conservation ◽  
Good Environment ◽  
Open Access Article

Purpose of this study is attempted to look into laws on mismanagement of agrochemicals towards the agro food production and conservation of ecosystem in Malaysia. Artificial fertilizers, fungicides, herbicides and insecticides in manageable of rural farmers’ food yielding production could cost human hardship upon consumptions and detrimental to conservation. Economic sustainable minimal or chemical free tropical food yielding agriculture food crop not only will reap in profits in upgrading income and livelihood but will definitely create a good environment in developing countries. There are significant differences on laws on the issue of mismanagement of agrochemical application towards the production and conservation of ecosystems in Malaysia with the implementation of laws on agriculture chemicals. Keywords: Agriculture; conservation; agrochemicals; food production eISSN 2514-7528 © 2018. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open-access article under the CC BY-NC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.  

scholarly journals The Role of Universal Design on Campus and Practical Mobilisation

2017 ◽  
Vol 2 (5) ◽  
pp. 193
Author(s):  
Sridara Tipian ◽  
Antika Sawadsri
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Physical Environment ◽  
Universal Design ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Private University ◽  
University Campus ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

Research on universal design implementation in a private university. Objective is to investigate physical environment and facilities on campus under the concept of universal design together with standard by Thai law and studied perception of the executive's management as well as users’ attitude within the area. A case study of Dhurakij Pundit University in Bangkok by survey, site observation and investigation of Universal Design implemented, interviewing the executive’s management and open-ended questionnaires with personnel and students. The findings of this research may be used as reference to initiative universal design implementation and develop for well environment in the future.Keywords: universal design implementation; physical environment; private university; campus;ISSN: 2398-4287© 2017. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.

scholarly journals Sustainable Design & Product and Health & Safety Awareness among Public University Students

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (SI3) ◽  
pp. 349-353
Author(s):  
Zambri Harun ◽  
Shuhaimi Mansor ◽  
Abdus Samad Mahmud ◽  
Hashimah Hashim
Keyword(s):  
Public Universities ◽  
Sustainable Design ◽  
Publishing House ◽  
Health And Safety ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Public University ◽  
Peninsular Malaysia ◽  
Safety Awareness ◽  
International Publishing ◽  
Open Access Article

In this article, the focus is on understanding the awareness of sustainable design & product and health & safety among engineering and architectural students at university levels as these young graduates are representative of the workforce. This survey was conducted at five public universities in Peninsular Malaysia. On average, the majority of respondents provided positive responses (more than 80%) on the needs of sustainable design & product and health & safety aspects in their workplaces. These figures bode well for such an ambitious country to be on par with developed countries. It is also noteworthy to highlight that a significant portion who are not comfortable with investing with sustainable features.  Keywords: Sustainable Design & Products; Health and Safety (H&S) eISSN: 2398-4287© 2020. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bsby e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v5iSI3.2578

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