ACKNOWLEDGMENTS This Strategic Framework is made possible by the contributions and hard work of many committed individuals. The Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (the Commission) extends our special thanks to the United Nation Country Team in Malaysia, particularly Ms. Michelle Gyles-McDonnough, the UN Resident Coordinator; Ms. Juanita Lordes Joseph and Ms. Alva Bruun for their contributions, support and input throughout the project. The Commission also puts on record our deepest appreciation to our Members for sharing their valuable expertise and knowledge throughout the project, specifically to Commissioner Professor Dato’ Dr. Aishah Bidin, leader of the project. The Commission thanks our committed officers and staff, particularly Ms. Nurul Hasanah Ahamed Hassain Malim, Mr. Mohd Azizi Azmi, Mr. Wan Kasim Wan Kadir and Ms. Paremeswari Subramaniam, who had contributed in their respective ways to the development of this project. The Commission also gratefully acknowledges the time and contribution of Ms. Delphia Lim, the resource person who assisted the Commission in the Strategic Framework. The Commission extends our appreciation to all other stakeholders who have participated and contributed their insights and views in this project. The Commission acknowledges the financial support of the Foreign Commonwealth Office in this project.