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mental health
support

projek sentosa

In 2024, Nyawa is focusing on 

research and interventions for 

orang asli mental health

insiatif menyantuni

From 2021 to 2023, Nyawa's Inisiatif Menyantuni provided free mental health screening and subsidized therapy to those who cannot afford professional mental health services. 

The demand for Inisiatif Menyantuni was high; each wave of new slots were fully booked in less than

48 hours. 

3 waves completed​

Each wave was 5 - 10 months long. After each wave, feedback and clinical outcomes were evaluated to improve the initiative.

partnerships established

Our partners included the Ministry of Health, AWAS, Aloe Mind, and Mentem Psychological Services.

83 therapists onboarded

Therapists consisted of registered clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, and counsellors. Trainee therapists were allocated to less severe clients and supervised by senior therapists. 

802 sessions conducted

Each client received 4-10 sessions, depending on their clinical needs. 

In 2024, Nyawa is seeking funding partners for the next wave of Inisiatif Menyantuni. 

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"Nyawa helps underprivileged get affordable counselling"
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other projects

Nyawa has conducted many one-time projects, including group art therapy on World Mental Health Day, fundraising for suicide helplines on World Suicide Prevention Day, and free counseling for victims of natural disasters.

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