KUALA LUMPUR: The government sees that Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) are playing an important role during the Covid-19 recovery period, particularly through the implementation of Budget 2022 measures, to help empower the local communities that they serve. “CSOs and social enterprises are crucial stakeholders in our nation’s road to healing. Often called the “third sector”, Tengku Zafrul said civil society’s role has become even more pronounced since the beginning of the pandemic, the national news agency reported. As of August, Tengku Zafrul said the 110 projects have covered 140,000 beneficiaries, largely from vulnerable communities, and about 400 endangered animals for their care and upkeep. He said this would support social enterprises to be financially sustainable in their mission to create positive social or environmental impact.

Source: The Star November 18, 2021 02:18 UTC