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|data02= • Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Health <br /> • Senior Parliamentary Secretary of Law <br /> • Parliamentary Secretary for Communications and Information <br /> • Parliamentary Secretary for Health | |data02= • Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Health <br /> • Senior Parliamentary Secretary of Law <br /> • Parliamentary Secretary for Communications and Information <br /> • Parliamentary Secretary for Health | ||
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Born on 21 July 1980, '''Rahayu Mahzam (Rahayu binte Mahzam) | Born on 21 July 1980, '''Rahayu Mahzam''' (Rahayu binte Mahzam) is a Singaporean politician from the [[People's Action Party]] (PAP). She currently serves as {{g |Minister of State}}, Ministry of Digital Development and Information & Ministry of Health. | ||
For the full list of positions, refer to https://www.parliament.gov.sg/mps/list-of-current-mps/mp/details/rahayu-mahzam | For the full list of positions, refer to [https://web.archive.org/web/20250220115516/https://www.parliament.gov.sg/mps/list-of-current-mps/mp/details/rahayu-mahzam PAR Link]. | ||
=== Early Education === | === Early Education === | ||
Rahayu was born on 21 July 1980, in Singapore. She received early education from Raffles Girls' School and Raffles Junior College. She graduated from the Faculty of Law at the National University of Singapore in 2003. A year later, she was called to the Bar, specializing in civil litigation and family law. | Rahayu was born on 21 July 1980, in Singapore. She received early education from Raffles Girls' School and Raffles Junior College. She graduated from the Faculty of Law at the National University of Singapore in 2003. A year later, she was called to the Bar, specializing in civil litigation and family law. | ||
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Rahayu has a 16-year experience as a lawyer. She joined the law firm Heng, Leong & Srinivasan LLC as a partner in 2008. Then, she served as Deputy Registrar of the Syariah Court from 2013 to 2015 before turning to private practice. She is also an accredited Associate Mediator. | Rahayu has a 16-year experience as a lawyer. She joined the law firm Heng, Leong & Srinivasan LLC as a partner in 2008. Then, she served as Deputy Registrar of the Syariah Court from 2013 to 2015 before turning to private practice. She is also an accredited Associate Mediator. | ||
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Born on 21 July 1980, Rahayu Mahzam (Rahayu binte Mahzam) is a Singaporean politician from the People's Action Party (PAP). She currently serves as Minister of State, Ministry of Digital Development and Information & Ministry of Health.
For the full list of positions, refer to PAR Link.
Early Education
Rahayu was born on 21 July 1980, in Singapore. She received early education from Raffles Girls' School and Raffles Junior College. She graduated from the Faculty of Law at the National University of Singapore in 2003. A year later, she was called to the Bar, specializing in civil litigation and family law.
Career
Rahayu has a 16-year experience as a lawyer. She joined the law firm Heng, Leong & Srinivasan LLC as a partner in 2008. Then, she served as Deputy Registrar of the Syariah Court from 2013 to 2015 before turning to private practice. She is also an accredited Associate Mediator.
Political career
Rahayu began her political career in 2015 by joining the PAP. She was elected as an MP for Bukit Batok after the party secured 79% of the vote in the general election. She was re-elected five years later after the PAP gained 74% of the vote.
Rahayu has assumed various positions:
| Date start | Date end | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 1 September 2020 | 12 June 2022 | Parliamentary Secretary for Health |
| 15 May 2021 | 12 June 2022 | Parliamentary Secretary for Communications and Information |
| 13 June 2022 | 14 May 2024 | Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Law |
| 14 May 2024 | Minister of State for Health | |
| 15 May 2024 | 7 July 2024 | Minister of State for Communications and Information |
| 8 July 2024 | Minister of State for Digital Development and Information |
Programs
As an MP, Rahayu is committed to supporting residents in need and fostering community cohesion. She has launched several social programs in Bukit Batok East that aim to assist families, support students, and empower women. Her initiatives have contributed to Bukit Batok East being recognized as a Dementia-Friendly Community in Singapore.
Personal life
Rahayu married a civil servant around 2011. On April 7, 2017, her son, Muhamad Ayden, was born. Ayden was diagnosed with Down Syndrome. Rahayu has openly shared her stories to raise awareness and advocate for inclusive education for special needs.
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Social Media Platforms
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