Every person, male or female, boy or girl, has the right to be safe. You have the right to say NO. No one else has the right to make any other person does sexual acts she/he would not have freely chosen to do.

It is not OK for anyone to touch you in any way that makes you feel uncomfortable—not Mommy, Daddy, aunt, uncles, teachers or even your friends. Your body is yours and yours alone and you always have a right to say no to someone.

If you are in an uncomfortable situation, tell someone about your problem. This may be your teacher, parent, doctor or neighbour. There are also confidential counsellors who can help you on hotlines that you can call. 

Strategies for protection

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Set your boundary
  • Date rape remains one of the most commonly reported rapes. If you are currently in a romantic relationship, set your boundary of intimacy with your partner as early as possible. Discuss with your partner honestly about what’s acceptable and what’s not.

Think about back-up plan.
  • Spend some time to think about a back-up plan if you find yourself in potentially dangerous situations. Do you remember the phone number of your trusted people in case your phone is not with you? Where are the exits? How can you leave the sticky situations?

Stay alert.
  • ​Beware of your surroundings, the behaviours of the people in your surroundings. If you’re meeting someone new, or attending a potentially sticky situation, go to a public place and get a friend or sibling to join you. Never leave your drinks unattended. If you need to do so, finish your drink before leaving or order a new drink upon returning.
Make a plan.
  • If you’re attending a party, make sure you go and leave together with people you trust. Keep an eye and have a back-up plan for each other when things do not seem to be right.

Be smart.
  • If you want to escape from a situation immediately, but concern about offending someone, be smart to find an excuse to save yourself. Never allow yourself to stay in a situation that you feel pressured, uncomfortable, or threatened. Get an excuse to exit from the situation, and contact your trusted person immediately. Be smart, be safe!

The most important thing is to tell someone if you or a friend has a problem and keep on telling until something is done. 
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Seeking help for sexual violence and abuse in Malaysia

If you are sexually assaulted/ abused/raped, do not worry that no one will believe you.

Do these things immediately:
  • Do not bathe/shower or wash you genitals. You will wash away important evidence that can be used in a court of law. Go to the hospital immediately, where after taking the evidence, you will then be able to shower.
  • Go to the Emergency Department (Jabatan Kecemasan) at a government hospital. The doctor will examine you if you give consent and approval. This information will be used in the police investigations.
  • The hospital staff will notify the police, and a female police officer will support you.
  • If you are unsure what to do, call a friend or someone close to you or a women’s organisation hotline.
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Listed below are some hotlines where you can seek help or advice regarding violence and abuse in Malaysia.
ORGANIZATION
kafe@TEEN hotline
03 26137555 ext.  2173/2174
Talian NUR
​Call or SMS 15999
All Women's Action Society of Malaysia (AWAM)
​​Helpline 03 7877 0224
Women’s Aid Organisation TINA hotline
​Hotline 03 7956 3488
SMS/Whatsapp TINA to 018 988 8058
The Befrienders
Hotline 03 7956 8144 or 03 7956 8145
​Women’s Centre for Change, Penang
Call 04 228 0342
KL Hospital, One Stop Crisis Centre
Call 03 290 5175
Talian Kasih Helpline
Call 15999
​Perak Women for Women
05 546 9715
​​Sabah Women's Action (SAWO) Helpline
​088 280 200
  • Take emergency contraception/morning after pills.
    • What is emergency contraception (EC)/morning after pills?
      • In Malaysia, EC pills are known as ‘Abortion Pills’ as they prevent pregnancy from progressing and occasionally cause vaginal bleeding. In reality, EC pills are not an abortifacient (Drugs causing abortion). According to International Federation of Gynaecology & Obstetrics and International Consultation of Emergency Contraception states that EC pills work primarily by preventing/delaying ovulation and reduce risk of fertilized egg implantation to the uterine wall.
      • EC pills are important to be taken as soon as possible after an unprotected sexual intercourse (UPSI). There is no age restriction for purchasing EC pills in Malaysia. In fact, can be obtained over the counter at local pharmacies without a prescription.
      • Types of EC pills available in Malaysia:
Name of Pill
Function
Dosage
Brand Name in Malaysia
Levonogestrel (LNG)
To prevent ovulation (Progestogen only pills). Taken within 72 hours (3 days
2 tablets regime (0.75mg)
  1. First dosage to be taken immediately within 3 days of UPSI.
  2. Second to be taken 12 hours after the first dose

​1 pill (1.5mg)

To be taken immediately after UPSI
2 tablets regime:
  • Prostinor-2
  • Estinor
  • ME Tablet
  • Pregnon
 
1 tablet regime:
  • Escapelle
Ulipristole Acetate
Selective progestogen receptor modulator. Prevents/delays ovulation
. Taken within 120 hours (5 days)​
I pill (30 mg)
Elle
​Copper-based intrauterine contraceptive device (IUCD)
Contains copper to reduce function of sperm. It is reversible (can be taken out)
Can be inserted up to 7 days after UPSI
 
High risk of pelvic infection within first 21 days.
 
(Please seek doctor’s advice)
I pill (30 mg)
Multiload Cu 250 IUCD
  • Side effects of EC pills:
    • Nausea and vomiting.
    • Headache/dizziness.
    • Breast tenderness.
    • Abdominal pain.
    • Irregular menstrual bleeding.
    • Fatigue.
    • Pelvic pain.
  • EC pills do not 100% prevent pregnancies (Abstinence remains ideal).
  • It does not protect from STIs (Recommended to get STIs screenings).
  • It cannot be substituted for the usual oral contraceptive pills taken daily as it will not work efficiently.