When donating to people in a crisis, do it mindfully


  • Family
  • Thursday, 30 Dec 2021

The generosity shown by Malaysians has been tremendous, and victims are grateful. But be mindful that our donations don't become part of the problems, says Dr Anasuya. - Dr Anasuya Jegathevi Jegathesan

While the generosity of Malaysians has been heartwarming, there are things that Malaysians need to keep in mind before they rush to pack unwanted clothes and stuff for the victims of the floods, says psychologist Dr Anasuya Jegathevi Jegatheesan.

"The generosity shown by Malaysians has been tremendous and the victims are really very grateful. But I think we need to be more thoughtful in how we donate the clothes and things to them," says Dr Anasuya who has volunteered under the Malaysian International Counselling Association (Perkama) to offer mental health support to the flood victims.

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