The Kuala Lumpur High Court upheld a Tribunal for Anti-Sexual Harassment (TAGS) award in favor of a woman whose ex-boyfriend shared intimate photos of her online without her consent [1, 2].
The original award, issued by TAGS on August 1, 2024, ordered the respondent to pay RM60,000 in damages, issue a written apology, and attend counselling [1, 2]. TAGS was established earlier that year on March 8 as an alternative to civil courts for sexual harassment complaints in Malaysia [1, 2].
Victims of sexual harassment in any form, including digital harassment, can file complaints with TAGS, which aims to provide a faster and simpler justice mechanism [1, 2]. The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development said the High Court's decision "reinforces TAGS’ role as a fast, simple and effective justice mechanism in providing remedies to victims of sexual harassment, including digital sexual harassment" [2].
The ministry also called the tribunal’s establishment "an important step in the nation's efforts to strengthen protection for victims of sexual harassment and to create a safer and more dignified society" [1].
The High Court ruling on June 10, 2026, marks the latest enforcement of TAGS's decisions and affirms the tribunal’s authority [2]. The tribunal continues to accept cases and provide resolutions for victims seeking redress for sexual harassment across Malaysia.
