MALAYSIAN
​CAREGIVERS ASSOCIATION
2024
"Elevating Caregiving Excellence in Malaysia's Elderly Care Sector"
KENDANA, is a non-profit and self-regulating body that aims to govern and oversee the caregivers serving the Malaysian elderly population. Through strategic partnerships with leading educational and research institutions, the council is working to streamline caregiver training and certification, elevate professional standards, and transform the caregiving profession in the country.
MISSION
To transform the caregiving profession into a respected and professional career of the future by standardizing training, elevating education standards, and ensuring that caregivers are supported and rewarded commensurate with the demands of their roles.
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We aim to fully integrate the informal care workforce into the health and social-care ecosystem, recognizing and enhancing their invaluable contributions.
VISION
To create a world where caregiving is universally recognized as a vital and esteemed profession, characterized by high standards of education and
training.
We envision a future where professional and informal caregivers are fully supported, both emotionally and financially, and are seamlessly integrated into the broader health and social-care systems, ensuring the highest quality of care for all.
This association acts as a champion for caregivers, particularly those focused on elderly care to play a critical role in setting standards for the industry.
Imagine a world where elderly care is treated as a profession, with trained caregivers providing top-notch support and ensuring the well-being of our Elderly.
KENDANA proudly supports
The United Nations
Sustainable Development Goals
Contributing SDG Goal 1
"No Poverty"
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Ensuring that caregivers, who often come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, receive fair wages and stable employment. KENDANA helps caregivers secure better job opportunities and financial stability. This, in turn, reduces poverty levels among caregivers and their families, fostering economic resilience within the community.
Improving SDG Goal 2
"Zero Hunger"
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By enhancing the economic conditions of caregivers, KENDANA ensures the urgency to provide nutritious food for themselves and their families. Additionally, well-trained caregivers can better support the elderly in maintaining proper nutrition, which is crucial for their health and well-being. This dual approach helps combat hunger and malnutrition among both caregivers and the elderly population they serve.
Supporting SDG Goal 3
"Good Health and Well-being"
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KENDANA is committed to ensuring healthy lives and promoting well-being for all at all ages especially for Elderly. Through initiatives such as health awareness programs, medical outreach, and employee wellness plans, we aim to contribute the global effort to reduce mortality rates and improve health and well-being.
Advancing SDG Goal 4
"Quality Education"
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We believe in inclusive and equitable quality education for all. By investing in educational programs and infrastructure, we aim in helping to enhance learning opportunities for everyone, particularly for the underprivileged caregiver trainees, thereby supporting lifelong learning opportunities and contributing to the empowerment through education.​
Promoting SDG Goal 5
"Gender Equality"
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KENDANA helps to empowering all genders (men & women), who make up a large proportion of the caregiving workforce to achieve economic independence and career advancement. This empowerment not only enhances their social and economic status but also contributes to breaking down gender barriers within the caregiving profession and beyond.
​​Establishing SDG Goal 8
"Decent Work and Economic Growth"
KENDANA ensures that caregivers are well-equipped to provide quality care which leads to better job satisfaction, higher wages, and more stable employment for caregivers. Furthermore, by partnering with educational and research institutions, KENDANA fosters innovation and continuous improvement in caregiving practices, contributing to sustainable economic growth in Malaysia.
Upholding SDG Goal 10
"Reduced Inequalities"
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We strive to reduce inequality within and among countries for Elderly and our caregivers. The policies and practices are designed to ensure equal opportunity and reduce disparities by focusing on income growth for the population, promoting social, economic, and political inclusion, and ensuring equal opportunities for leadership.
​​Championing SDG Goal 11
"Sustainable Cities and Communities"
We are dedicated to make an inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable Elderly environments. KENDANA also initiates in urban planning, community development, and sustainable architecture contribute to the development of cities that offer opportunities for all, with access to basic services, energy, housing, transportation, and more.
