Malaysia’s anti-bullying tribunal resolves initial cases
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The Anti-Bullying Tribunal in Malaysia received 55 complaints and successfully resolved five cases since its establishment.
The tribunal issued rulings in those five cases requiring bullies to apologise to victims and attend counselling. One case also resulted in the bully paying RM2,000 (approximately $425 USD) in damages to the victim. The tribunal aims to address bullying through restorative practices, focusing on both victim recovery and changing the behaviour of those who bully.
Malaysia’s Anti-Bullying Act 2026 and the tribunal offer a faster, more cost-effective way to handle bullying issues, while also prioritising protection and recovery for victims. Officials noted that laws alone are not enough to stop bullying. They emphasized the importance of community courage in speaking out and taking action, urging victims to seek help and witnesses to report incidents because bullying should not be normalised.
The tribunal serves as an alternative channel for victims whose complaints are not adequately addressed by educational institutions and also handles cases involving children outside of the school system.
