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In a collective effort to address the growing importance of mental health among Malaysian youth, Taylor’s Residence, in collaboration with Majlis Bandaraya Subang Jaya (MBSJ), hosted a Mental Health Awareness Event at Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus. The initiative brought together 200 Taylor’s Residents and University students for meaningful dialogue on the critical links between mental health, behavioural outcomes, and social resilience.
The event was graced by distinguished guests, Yang Berbahagia. Dato’ Amirul Azizan Bin Dato’ Sri Abd. Rahim, D.I.M.P, Mayor of Subang Jaya; Yang Berhormat Michelle Ng Mei Sze, ADUN Subang Jaya (N31); Dato’ Loy Teik Ngan, Chairman of Taylor’s Education Group; Ms. Sheena Angelina, President of Taylor’s Residence; Ms. Elaine Yap, Senior Vice President of Taylor’s Residence and the senior leadership team of Taylor’s University and Taylor’s Assets.
At the heart of the event was a commitment to ensuring that Taylor’s students gain practical learning outcomes. The focus was on identifying early signs of mental health challenges and developing emotional management strategies to prevent setbacks.
The guest speaker, Kamal Affandi Hashim—a crime analyst and mental health advocate—delivered a compelling talk on the often-overlooked connection between mental health and crime, emphasising the critical need for early intervention, awareness, and robust support systems.
“Mental health plays a bigger role in crime than most people realise,” Kamal shared. “While mental illness does not equate to criminal behavior, untreated conditions can impair decision-making and heighten vulnerability, making prevention and awareness essential—especially among youth.”
The event echoed an important reminder: it’s OK not to be OK. Mental health matters. Creating safe spaces for conversation and support is key to building resilience and preventing long-term challenges. The event effectively deepened understanding of key mental health areas, including:
- The connection between mental health and behaviour
- Early warning signs of psychological distress
- Building resilience and emotional strength
- Encouraging peer-based support and safe help-seeking behaviors
In the aftermath of the talk, students shared what resonated with them most:
“I appreciated how the speaker connected crime not only to perpetrators but also highlighted the mental health struggles of victims. His talk was validating—it showed that mental health challenges can make someone vulnerable to becoming a victim, not just a perpetrator.”
– Navl Adeel, Foundation in Business, Taylor’s Residence
“What stood out to me was how nuanced the relationship between crime and mental health really is. People don’t commit crimes just for the sake of it—there are deeper layers, and mental health is often a significant, yet overlooked, factor.”
– Thekla Fernando, Sociology, American Degree Program, Taylor’s Residence
Adding depth to the initiative, various partner organisations—including the Pusat Kecemerlangan Kesihatan Mental Kebangsaan (NCEMH) under the Ministry of Health Malaysia, Agensi Antidadah Kebangsaan, Petaling District Health Office, Jabatan Kebajikan Masyarakat, and the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM)—set up engaging educational booths. These stations provided essential mental health resources, coping tools, and support contacts for students and staff.
This event reaffirms Taylor’s commitment to cultivating a safe, empathetic, and resilient student community while strengthening institutional partnerships to promote public mental health education.
