Ready to Help
Yayasan Aspirasi Wanita (YAW) is a non-profit organisation committed to empowering women and supporting families through structured assistance and continuous preparedness.
With the aspiration “Ready to Help”, YAW reflects its unwavering commitment to assist any woman or family in need—particularly those affected by poverty, marital conflict, domestic abuse, injustice, loss, or bereavement.
We believe that every woman and family deserves access to support, dignity, and the opportunity to rise above hardship and rebuild their future.
VISION
To be a leading institution that is always ready to assist women and families in distress while building resilient communities through comprehensive support systems.
MISSION
To provide emergency relief and structured support to women and families in crisis.
To protect and assist those affected by domestic violence, abuse, or social injustice.
To offer emotional, psychosocial, and community-based support to those experiencing grief, loss, or the death of a loved one.
To deliver economic empowerment, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship programmes for vulnerable women.
To build a nationwide network of preparedness communities and trained volunteers.
Dr. Hasnah Ismail
Chairman
Former Chairman HRDF
Mariam Abu Bakar
Vice Chairman
Director, Akademi Ekonomi Digital Wanita
Sofea Leong Abdullah
Advisor
Former CEO, Persatuan Francais Malaysia
Anja Juliah Abu Bakar
Advisor
Founder & Social Impact Director, Athena Holdings Sdn. Bhd.
Family Crisis Intervention
Immediate support for domestic violence, divorce, family conflict, and bereavement.
Economic Preparedness
Training and economic assistance programmes for affected women, especially single mothers.
Psychosocial Support & Counselling
Trauma care, emotional healing, and ongoing counselling services.
Advocacy & Protection for Women and Children
Advocacy for women’s rights, legal support, and partnerships with protection agencies.
Public Awareness & Communication
Awareness campaigns, community talks, seminars, and public service announcements to educate and engage society on family and women’s issues.
With the aspiration “Ready to Help”, Yayasan Aspirasi Wanita stands beside women and families during their darkest moments—not only offering immediate assistance but paving the way towards hope, healing, and a stronger future.