About Us
Society of the Orthopaedically Handicapped, Malaysia or better known as Persatuan Orang Orang Cacat Anggota Malaysia (POCAM) is a Non-Govermental Organisation (NGO) that has a diverse number of members from various ethnic groups across Malaysia, including Sabah and Sarawak.
It was first established in 1975 with the aim of forming a dedicated association for individuals with physical limb disabilities—who, at the time, were believed to be the largest group among people with disabilities, yet did not have their own association like the visually impaired, children with disabilities and others who already had their own dedicated organizations.
Following its official registration by the Registrar of Societies Malaysia (ROS) in 1976, the association held its first Biennial General Meeting on 24 April 1977. With that, the official journey of the association began in pursuit of its stated goals and vision.
Vision
Mission
To become an outstanding association that empowers their Persons with Disabilities (PWD) members who are disabled physically through holistic opportunities and support, in order to improve their quality of life towards a more dignified and prosperous standard of living.
To increase the independence of Persons with Disabilities (PWD) members who are orthopaedically handicapped by addressing issues related to accessibility, health, welfare, and cost of living, as well as promoting sports and recreational activities towards a healthier lifestyle.
Policies & Objectives
-
To foster a spirit of unity among its members.
-
To strive for the improvement of the physical, social, and economic conditions of persons with physical disabilities.
-
To assist persons with physical disabilities in the fields of education, training, employment, and reintegration into society.
-
To organize sports, social, and other events for the benefit of persons with physical disabilities.
-
To initiate, assist, and organize other programs for persons with physical disabilities as deemed necessary by the Association for their welfare and rehabilitation.
-
To present proposals to the government, and to recommend and support laws, amendments, and other governmental regulations that benefit persons with physical disabilities.
-
To affiliate with other organizations in Malaysia and internationally that share the same goals as the Association.
Carta Organisasi
Affiliates
International Affiliate
With history spanning over 70 years, POCAM has been affiliated with World Abilitysport since the 1970s. World Abilitysport is an international sports organisation for athletes with physical impairments and focuses on inspiring the global growth of sports and recreation opportunities for individuals with disbilities, aiming to improve their quality of life.
National Affiliate
Malaysian Confederation
of the Disabled (M.C.D.)
Malaysian Council for
Rehabilitation (M.C.R.)
