• SOCIAL WELLBEING RESEARCH CENTRE (SWRC)
  • swrc@um.edu.my
  • +60 3-7967 3615
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Strategic Thrusts

SWRC's strategic thrusts guide its research, policy engagement and capacity-building initiatives towards improving social wellbeing through evidence-based knowledge, strategic collaboration and sustainable impact.

1

Research Excellence

Produce high-quality multidisciplinary research that advances knowledge, supports innovation and contributes to the development of effective social wellbeing policies.

2

Evidence-based Policy Input

Generate rigorous research findings and policy recommendations that inform decision-making and strengthen national social protection and wellbeing frameworks.

3

Wellbeing Advocacy

Promote greater public awareness and understanding of social wellbeing, ageing, retirement security and inclusive development through research dissemination and community engagement.

4

Collaboration and Partnership

Strengthen collaboration with government agencies, international organisations, industry partners and academic institutions to maximise research impact and policy relevance.

5

Capacity Building

Develop human capital and institutional capability through professional training, knowledge transfer, research mentoring and lifelong learning initiatives.

Last Update: 14/07/2026