KOTA KINABALU: Befrienders Malaysia has clarified that it remains a non-political, non-religious, and non-judgmental organisation offering confidential emotional support to anyone in distress.
Its president, Jessie Ting (
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She explained that Befrienders’ volunteers are trained to listen with empathy and confidentiality, without offering advice, diagnosis, or opinions on any person’s mental state or political affairs.
Ting reminded the public and media to handle reports involving suicide or mental health crises with care and sensitivity, in line with responsible reporting guidelines.
She urged anyone feeling overwhelmed or hopeless to reach out for support from Befrienders, trusted friends, family members, or mental health professionals.
