The Hon. Dato’ Sri Hajah Nancy Shukri
Minister of Women, Family and Community Development, Malaysia
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biography
The Hon. Dato’ Sri Hajah Nancy Shukri was appointed as the Minister of Women, Family and Community Development of Malaysia in December 2022. Her appointment was graced with compassion and leadership especially for those affected by the overwhelming floods and natural disasters of that period.
Nancy Shukri’s appointment as the Minister of Women, Family and Community Development has made her the longest-serving female Federal Minister hailing from the state of Sarawak. Nancy Shukri, herself, is a prominent figure within the female advocacy movement in Malaysia, championing women’s rights at the grassroots levels since the early days of her careers.
Backed with years of experience, as a Minister, she advocates for a comprehensive and evidence-based approach to the daily polemics challenging women, family institutions and the society. Nancy Shukri is passionate about ensuring quality care, from cradle to grave, and intends to do so through a community-empowered, family-oriented and gender responsive Malaysia.
Prior to her current position, she was the Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture (2020-2022); Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Legal Affairs Division) (2013-2016), Coordinating Minister (2016-2018); Member of the Malaysian Parliament for Batang Sadong P200 (2008 – 2022); and the Political Secretary to the Chief Minister of Sarawak (2006-2008).
Since 2002, she is the Member of the Malaysian Parliament for Santubong P193.
Education
Executive Master of Business Administration – University of Ohio (1998) (Beta Gamma Sigma Distinction), Bachelor of Law with Honours from the University of Hull, United Kingdom (1990), Diploma in Public Administration, ITM Shah Alam (1985), Green Road Secondary School (1974-1978), and Sekolah Rendah Padungan Council School (1968 – 1973)
Awards and Achievements
Panglima Negara Bintang Sarawak (2021) [DATO SRI], Sri Sultan Ahmad Shah Pahang (S.S.A.P.) (2016) [DATO’ SRI], Darjah Panglima Gemilang Bintang Kenyalang Sarawak (P.G.B.K) (2016) [DATUK], and Kesatria Mangku Negara (K.M.N) (2010).