Zasia binti Sirin (born 24 September 1956) is a Bruneian former politician. In 2011 she was one of the first two women appointed to the Legislative Council, serving as a member until 2016.
Biography
Zasia was born in Brunei in 1956. She earned a BA and an MA in Islamic studies at Al-Azhar University in Egypt. After returning to Brunei, she entered the civil service in 1980, initially working as a religious officer in three schools. She gained another master's degree in Islamic Studies (Dakwah and Leadership) from the National University of Malaysia, and served as director of the Islamic Dakwah Center from 2004 to 2006, She was also Head of Policy, Planning and Research at the Ministry of Religious Affairs.
In 2011 Zasia was appointed to the Legislative Council as a representative of 'people who have achieved excellence'. She and Salbiah binti Sulaiman were the first female members of the Legislative Council. She remained a member until 2016.
Awards and honours
Zasia has received the following awards and honours:
Awards
2022 Meritorious Teacher Award
Honours
Order of Seri Paduka Mahkota Brunei Second Class (DPMB) – Datin Paduka
Order of Islam Brunei Third Class (SSUB) Excellent Service Medal (PIKB)