SEKAPUR SIRIH, SEULAS PINANG 

"Seek knowledge, all of you; and teach, all of you. Honour your teachers, and show kindness to those who impart knowledge unto you."(Hadith narrated by Thabrani)

All praise be to Allah; by His infinite grace, we are granted the opportunity to meet via this digital gateway of the Malaysian Social Institute (Institut Sosial Malaysia – ISM). As a public training institution under the purview of the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM), ISM continues to advance its vision as a premier centre of excellence for the advancement of social well-being.

ISM remains steadfast in its commitment to cultivating a resilient society through capacity building and skills enhancement, in line with KPWKM’s aspiration to strengthen the social support system and empower communities through inclusive knowledge and training. Guided by a clear mission and strong objectives, ISM delivers quality training, conducts impactful research, publishes valuable academic resources, and nurtures highly skilled human capital. Strategic collaborations with a wide array of stakeholders have become a key driver in ensuring that each initiative undertaken brings sustainable and inclusive benefits to society.

As the nation’s distinguished centre for social training, ISM plays a pivotal role not only in elevating the professionalism of social workers and non-governmental organisations (NGOs), but also as a repository of knowledge and a key point of reference in the field of social development. ISM further supports the Ministry’s efforts in realising the National Social Policy (Dasar Sosial Negara – DSN) through empirical research, thereby ensuring that each policy and programme introduced genuinely meets the needs of a Malaysia MADANI.

In recognition of the vital role of collaboration in fostering a socially cohesive and prosperous society, ISM actively strengthens its strategic networks with government agencies, corporate bodies, institutions of higher learning, NGOs, and private entities. Through such partnerships, ISM serves as a catalyst in the development of quality human capital, producing a social workforce that is skilled, innovative, and globally competitive.

In tandem with the ongoing digital transformation, ISM moves forward by offering a range of learning and training platforms—both physical and virtual. With its conducive facilities and training modules that are both innovative and relevant, ISM ensures that knowledge and skills remain accessible across all levels of society. ISM also remains responsive to contemporary challenges within the field of social development and continues to enrich its training programmes to remain attuned to the evolving times.

ISM firmly believes that knowledge and skills are the fundamental keys to building an inclusive, caring, and progressive society. Guided by this conviction, ISM remains dedicated to cultivating a generation that is socially aware, responsible, and capable of contributing meaningfully to the nation’s social well-being and development.

May your virtual visit to ISM’s official website bring meaningful insights and mark the beginning of your journey in exploring the diverse knowledge opportunities and services we have to offer. Together, let us build a society that is enlightened, compassionate, and forward-looking.

Malaysian Social Institute (ISM): Championing Social Training and Development in Malaysia.

Knowledge • Well-being • Society
Thank you.

Norhaslinda Mohd Sibi
Director
Malaysian Social Institute