By Yasmin Ramlan
SHAH ALAM, April 22 — Selangor has allocated RM4 million for the new Yayasan Insan Istimewa Selangor (Yanis), a foundation aimed at stronger support for people with disabilities (OKU), including those above 18.
State executive councillor for women empowerment and welfare Anfaal Saari said the foundation, which will be officially launched this August, will take over responsibilities previously handled by the Selangor Special Needs Children Initiative (Anis) Department.
She said the move marks a major step in expanding support across different age groups and types of disabilities.
“This RM4 million allocation includes RM1 million for operating expenses and RM3 million for development.
“We are transitioning operations from the Anis Department to Yanis,” she told reporters at Wanita Berdaya Selangor’s Aidilfitri event and World Autism Awareness Day celebration, jointly organised with the Anis Department.
Anfaal said Yanis is registered with the Companies Commission of Malaysia and has received approval from the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry.
This allows the foundation to receive public donations and potentially qualify for tax exemption from the Inland Revenue Board.
“With this structure, we can generate more income from public contributions and expand our aid to more groups.
“Common requests include the Anis special assistance and support for Anis centres, particularly through screening programmes which help fast-track diagnoses, intervention approvals, and OKU card registration,” she said.
Anfaal said with a valid OKU card certified by the Social Welfare Department, cardholders will have access to a wide range of federal and state benefits.
“The name ‘Yayasan Insan Istimewa Selangor’ reflects our shift from focusing solely on children under 18 to a more inclusive approach that covers youth and adults.
“These initiatives will also be aligned with the upcoming Selangor OKU Policy, which is set to be launched later this year,” she said.
Today’s programme also saw children receive money packets.
Meanwhile, five single mothers affected by the April 1 Putra Heights gas pipeline explosion received RM10,000.
