Industry icons laud ministry’s efforts to enact Safe Sport Act

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KUALA LUMPUR – “It’s an incredible move for the athletes. It’s about time.”

Former national gymnast Farah Ann Abdul Hadi applauded the Youth and Sports Ministry’s efforts to protect athletes’ wellbeing through the implementation of the Safe Sport Act.

Speaking to The Vibes, Farah said if the Act could be implemented, it would be a way forward for athletes and the sporting industry to safeguard themselves from sexual harassment.

“Of course, in the past, there have been ways for athletes to come forward. This Act strengthens the resolve of an athlete to train in a safe environment.

“This way, perpetrators would be accountable for their actions.

“It’s about time. I hope with this (Act), the sporting industry in Malaysia can progress to a higher level,” she said.

Farah, who recently retired from the world of competitive gymnastics, shared that there have been situations where some athletes refused to come forward because they were afraid of the repercussions on their careers.

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