KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 29 2025 — The Malaysian Deaf Sports Association (MSDeaf) has conferred a Special Award upon Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Fatimah Abdullah at the National Deaf Sports Awards 2025 (ASPN 2025), held this morning.
Caption: Minister of Women, Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Fatimah Abdullah receiving the Special Award from Sports Minister Dr Taufik Johari in Kuala Lumpur.
The award was presented by Minister of Sport Malaysia Dr Mohammed Taufik Johari, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the development of deaf sports in Malaysia.
The Special Award honours Fatimah’s dedication, leadership and unwavering support for the deaf community, particularly her pivotal role in the successful organisation of the 22nd Malaysian Deaf Games (SOPMA XXII) in Sarawak.
Her inclusive leadership has ensured that deaf sports receive recognition and support at both the state and national levels.
The award presentation ceremony took place at the Casa 4 Banquet Hall, National Sports Council, attended by MSDeaf leaders, representatives of national sports bodies, national deaf athletes, and distinguished guests.
In her acceptance speech, Fatimah expressed her gratitude for the recognition and reaffirmed her commitment to promoting inclusive sports development.
“I am deeply honoured to receive this Special Award and regard it as a recognition of the entire deaf sports community in Malaysia.
“Deaf athletes have proven that limitations are not barriers to success. Continued support for inclusive sports will be strengthened to nurture world-class athletes,” she added.
MSDeaf president Dr Ong Shin Ruenn highlighted that the award reflects the community’s high appreciation for Fatimah and her vision and commitment.
He also noted that the success of SOPMA XXII was further reinforced by the announcement of victory incentives by the Premier of Sarawak Tan Sri Abang Johari Openg, which encouraged deaf athletes to continue striving for excellence nationally and internationally.
He hoped that this Special Award will further strengthen collaboration between the government, sports bodies, and the community in nurturing disciplined, competitive, and world-class deaf athletes in Malaysia.
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