Universiti Malaya Centre for Family Research & Development (UMFRDC)
Center Overview
UMFRDC was established in 2003 and formerly known as University of Malaya Centre for Family Development (UMCFD). In accordance with the Universiti of Malaya status as a research universiti on 11 June 2007, UMCFD was changed to Universiti of Malaya Family Research And Development Centre (UMFRDC). UMFRDC focuses on multidisciplinary research related with families and children development since families are the main influence on the development of children along with other people and settings such as teachers and schools. In addition, UMFRDC also carries out consultations and collaboration with public, private and international institutions. Besides that, UMFRDC also conducts monthly talks, counseling services, family and children seminars, voluntary programs and various outreach activities in a variety of communities.
Aim
To serve as a comprehensive platform for promoting research, education, and community engagement in family development, fostering collaboration among academics, practitioners, and activities to enhance family well-being through innovative research and impactful initiatives.
Vision
Promoting and conducting interdisciplinary collaborative research on family development. Using and disseminating research information that enhances the well-being of community and family. Forging alliances/partnership in support of University community and the public by translating information gathered on family research into intervention and related programs.
Organization Chart
Research Centre Chair: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Fonny Dameaty Hutagalung Tel: +603 7967 5019/5021 Email: umfrdc2u@gmail.com
GERAN PENYELIDIKAN LUAR Geran Penyelidikan Luar Dari Pusat Pendidikan Buddhis Fo Guang Shan Indonesia (Pm Dr. Fonny Dameaty Hutagalung)
GERAN PENYELIDIKAN KOMUNITI Geran Penyelidikan Daripada Ngo Untuk Projek Tusyen Bagi Pelajar Daripada Keluarga B40 Di Kawasan Bangi (Dr. Nur Nabihah Binti Mohamad Nizar Dan Dr. Annisaa Binti Basar)