KUALA LUMPUR, July 8 (Bernama) -- The Malaysia Aids Foundation (MAF) is organising the Dr Siti Hasmah Awards for the fifth time to honour an organisation or individual for outstanding contribution to work related to HIV/Aids in the country.
MAF Chairman Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman said the award identifies as well as promotes the award winners as models of good practice and encourages public and business participation in the fight against the deadly ailment.
"The award is our way of thanking individuals or organisation who are passionate and committed in their efforts to help alleviate the impact of HIV/Aids epidemic in this country," she said in her press statement.
The award, named after Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali, wife of former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, was initiated by MAF in 1996, and is presented biennially.
Dr Siti Hasmah will present the award during MAF's charity dinner, the Red Ribbon Gala, at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel later this year.
More information on the award can be found at www.malaysianaidsfoundation.org.my or from Ms Tamayanty at 03-4045 1033 ext 303.
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