Selangor: The Selangor Islamic Religious Department (JAIS) is in the process of formulating measures and guidelines to curb misconduct involving sexual offences in religious schools. JAIS director Datuk Mohd Shahzihan Ahmad stated that discussions are currently underway with the School Registration Committee, with one of the proposals involving a more stringent teacher screening process.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Mohd Shahzihan mentioned that there is a possibility that all teachers will be required to obtain a police clearance. Security screening is essential, and discussions with the police are ongoing to determine how to implement this screening effectively. This statement was made after the closing ceremony of the state preparatory course for students heading to study abroad in the Middle East.

Mohd Shahzihan also indicated that guidelines governing interactions between students and teachers are being discussed to address the issue, with stricter segregation to be proposed. He emphasized that teachers, administrators, and other students should avoid inappropriate actions, such as giving special treatment or meeting at unusual hours. Meetings or memorisation sessions should not occur at quiet times or without supervision.

Previously, the media reported that the state government had handed over the investigation into a case involving alleged sexual assault by a teacher against a student at a religious school to the police.