SEPANG, June 9, 2026 (The Capital Post) – The Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development (KPWKM) continues to strengthen its mental well-being agenda through strategic partnerships aimed at enhancing community preparedness and resilience in responding to crises and emergencies.
Deputy Minister of Women, Family and Community Development Lim Hui Ying today officiated the signing ceremony of a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) between the Malaysia Counsellors Board (LKM) and AirAsia Aviation Management Services Sdn. Bhd. in Sepang.
The collaboration, which has been in place since 2016, reflects the continued commitment of both parties to strengthening psychosocial support and mental health services as part of the nation’s crisis management framework.
Under the agreement, registered counsellors under LKM will be mobilised to provide early intervention, psychosocial support and counselling services to individuals affected by emergency incidents or disasters. The initiative is expected to further enhance the availability of professional mental health assistance during critical situations.
The partnership complements KPWKM’s ongoing efforts to expand access to mental health support services through various platforms, including counselling services and the 24-hour Talian Kasih 15999 helpline.
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In line with the aspirations of Malaysia MADANI, the strategic collaboration is expected to strengthen the nation’s emergency response capabilities while contributing towards the development of a more resilient, caring and socially inclusive society.
Also present at the ceremony were Malaysia Counsellors Board Chief Executive Officer Haji Sadli Osman, AirAsia Group Chief Operations Officer Captain Suresh Bangah, representatives from various ministries and members of AirAsia’s management team.
According to information shared by Kementerian Pembangunan Wanita, Keluarga dan Masyarakat (KPWKM), the partnership underscores the importance of coordinated mental health support mechanisms in ensuring effective responses to emergencies and crises nationwide. – The Capital Post.
