Jakim views seriously attempts to promote books with LGBT influence among kids

BernamaPublished: Aug 15, 2023 1:54 PM

The Department of Islamic Development Malaysia (Jakim) will not take it lightly against any attempt to promote books that encourage minors to be influenced by lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) culture, in particular among Muslims in the country.

Jakim director-general Hakimah Mohd Yusoff said the department had received a complaint over a viral video published by ‘Cordova Media’ which revealed attempts to promote books supporting the LGBT culture.

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