Rahayu Mahzam

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Rahayu Mahzam
Party Affiliation PAP  
Current Role • MP for Jurong GRC
• Minister of State for Ministry of Digital Development and Information & Ministry of Health
Minister of State for Communications and Information
Past Roles • Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Health
• Senior Parliamentary Secretary of Law
• Parliamentary Secretary for Communications and Information
• Parliamentary Secretary for Health
Others
Background
Education • National University of Singapore (LLB)
Personal Details
Age 44
Others



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.

References

Social Media Platforms

Rahayu Mahzam-Instagram

Rahayu Mahzam-Facebook

References

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