Malaysia: Respondents wanted on issues of polygamy
Source:
SIS Sisters in Islam (Malaysia) is undertaking a nationwide research project on how polygamy affects the family.
Respondents Wanted:
In an effort to deepen the understanding on how polygamy affects the family, Sisters In Islam is undertaking a nationwide research. This research is conducted in collaboration with academics from Universiti Malaya, Universiti Sains Malaysia and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia to build knowledge around this issue, and surface the needs and concerns faced by members of a polygamous household.
We are calling for respondents – including husband, first wife, subsequent wife and children – who have experienced living in a polygamous family, whether in the past or at the moment, from anywhere in Malaysia.
If you are interested to participate in this research, or know anyone who might be interested to be a respondent, please contact us.
Tel: +60 03 7785 6121 (erza)
Email: research@sistersinislam.org.my
Please be assured that your information will be kept strictly confidential.
Related info/URLs:
Sisters in Islam (SIS) is an independent non-governmental organisation, formed in 1988, which believes in an Islam that upholds the principles of equality, justice, freedom and dignity.
Website: www.sistersinislam.org.my
Email: sistersinislam@pd.jaring.my
Submitted on Sat, 10/13/2007 - 00:00
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