Allianz Malaysia Berhad (Allianz Malaysia) continues to showcase its commitment in addressing pressing societal challenges which make a positive difference in the lives of Malaysians through initiatives focused on mental health support and community development.
Together with partner organisations MERCY Malaysia and Thrive Well, Allianz Malaysia has supported three initiatives – Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Helpline, KAMI Sembang 2023 and KAMI Juara 2023.
One of the ongoing initiatives is the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support Helpline, a joint effort between Allianz Malaysia and MERCY Malaysia. This helpline, available free-of-charge to the public throughout its service, offers tele-psychotherapy sessions to individuals experiencing distress or psychiatric disorders. The initiative aims to ensure access and support for those facing financial constraints or concerns regarding the taboo around psychotherapy. Despite the transition to the endemic phase of the pandemic, MERCY Malaysia has continued to receive a high number of calls related to COVID-19 issues, alongside requests for emotional support and health-related concerns. This helpline has received a total of 2962 calls from January 2022 to April 2023, demonstrating its crucial role in providing a reliable outlet for individuals in need.
Another ongoing initiative is KAMI Sembang 2023, a community development program conducted in partnership with Thrive Well. The program, consisting of multiple stages, focuses on strengthening emotional resilience, building self-advocacy skills, and fostering healthy communication within underserved communities. Building upon the success of its predecessor in 2022, KAMI Sembang 2023 aims to create stronger and healthier communities by empowering mothers and promoting mental health awareness. Additionally, the initiative seeks to reach out to at least 100 families through various outreach activities.
In addition to the ongoing initiatives, Allianz Malaysia is excited to introduce KAMI Juara 2023, another project conducted in collaboration with Thrive Well. KAMI Juara is designed to strengthen the self-efficacy and resilience of youths aged 12 to 17 years old. A continuation of KAMI Juara 2022, KAMI Juara 2023 aims to directly benefit 15 youths and positively impact at least 60 individuals within their families and communities.
Sean Wang, CEO of Allianz Malaysia, expressed his enthusiasm for these initiatives, stating, "Allianz Malaysia takes our community building and support initiatives seriously. Through our initiatives permeating small communities, we hope to empower them towards a more sustainable and better life. We look forward to seeing our beneficiaries accomplish much more in their efforts to develop societies and improve community well-being in the future.”
Allianz Malaysia's ongoing and upcoming initiatives demonstrate its unwavering commitment to the well-being and development of underserved communities. By providing accessible mental health support and empowering underserved communities, Allianz Malaysia aims to create a positive impact in society.
For mental health support, contact MERCY Malaysia Helpline at 03-29359935.
