Works Ministry Promotes Mental Health Awareness Among Staff

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KUALA LUMPUR, 31 October 2026 (The Capital Post) – The Ministry of Works (KKR) has launched a workplace well-being initiative to promote mental health awareness and encourage a more supportive working environment among its employees.

The initiative, known as the KKR Employee Well-being Walkabout Programme Series 1, was organised by the ministry’s Human Resource Management Division (BPSM) in conjunction with National Counselling Month 2026.

Held on 30 October, the programme adopted an informal approach to strengthening engagement between senior management and ministry personnel.

KKR Secretary-General Dato’ Seri Azman Ibrahim visited various divisions within the ministry to interact with employees, enquire about their well-being and highlight the importance of maintaining good mental health.

He also distributed appreciation gifts carrying positive messages to encourage employees and promote workplace morale.

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The programme aimed to foster a caring organisational culture, encourage open communication and increase awareness of mental health and emotional well-being.

The ministry emphasised that employee well-being plays an important role in strengthening productivity, resilience and organisational performance.

According to a post on the official Facebook page of Kementerian Kerja Raya Malaysia, the initiative reflects the ministry’s commitment to creating a positive, harmonious and supportive workplace environment – The Capital Post