Fakulti Kejuruteraan dan Alam Bina
Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment
The National University of Malaysia
SDG 3 : Good Health and well-being
ASTALOKA UKM–PSU Mobility Community Programme 2024
Date: 4 – 8 March 2024
Time: 8.00 a.m. – 11.00 p.m.
Location: Trang, Thailand
Introduction
The ASTALOKA Mobility Community Programme is a collaboration between Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) and Prince of Songkla University (PSU), Thailand. It aims to foster volunteerism, improve community well-being, and provide students with valuable hands-on community service experience while strengthening cross-cultural ties.
Objectives
- Expose rural communities in Thailand to health and well-being initiatives.
- Provide international-level community programme experience for students.
- Cultivate students’ knowledge and confidence in practicing noble values for sustainable living.
Collaboration
- Global: Prince of Songkla University (PSU), Trang, Thailand
- Community Partner: Ban Thung Khai School
Programme Activities
- Dust Be-Gone & Germs Be-Gone: Hygiene and cleaning project with 3R principles.
- Light of Hope: Architectural installation creating better study spaces for schoolchildren.
Participants & Finance
- 20 UKM students
- 20 PSU students
- Funding: UKM, PSU, and sponsorships
Impact
- Benefited Ban Thung Khai School and the Trang community.
- Improved English engagement and social responsibility awareness.
- Strengthened Malaysia–Thailand ties in education and community development.
Conclusion
This programme expands collaboration between UKM and PSU, paving the way for future joint degrees, student mobility, and research initiatives while fostering strong Malaysia–Thailand relations.
Photos & Links
Source: JSAB SDG 3 Astaloka.docx (UKM SDG template & programme details).
Program 3S@FKAB (Sihat, Selamat & Sejahtera)
Date: 2024 & 2025
Time: 3.00 – 4.00 p.m.
Location: UKM Bangi Campus
Introduction
The 3S@FKAB Program (Healthy, Safe & Prosperous) is an initiative by FKAB to create a healthier, safer, and more harmonious environment for staff and students. It integrates health awareness, workplace safety, ergonomics, and well-being practices to improve quality of life and productivity.
Objectives
- Increase Health Awareness – health screenings, talks, lifestyle promotion.
- Ensure a Safe Environment – safety training and campaigns.
- Enhance Mental & Emotional Well-being – motivational sessions and support programs.
- Promote Ergonomic Practices – posture and workspace design education.
- Boost Productivity & Quality of Life – healthier staff and students perform better.
Collaboration & Involvement
- Pusat Kesihatan UKM
- Pusat Sukan UKM
Programme Activities
- Health Screening (Pemeriksaan Kesihatan)
- Aerobics (Senam Robik)
- Healthy Steps Campaign (Langkah Sihat)
Participants: 50 – 100
Financial Support: Tabung Penjanaan FKAB (FKB1)
Impact
- Encourages healthier lifestyle and mental balance.
- Reduces accidents through safety culture and training.
- Boosts productivity by improving focus and reducing absenteeism.
- Strengthens individual responsibility for health and safety.
- Improves overall satisfaction and quality of life at FKAB.
Conclusion
The 3S@FKAB Program is a long-term initiative to ensure health, safety, and well-being among faculty members. It enhances productivity, fosters a healthy culture, and creates a more conducive environment for work and study.
Photos & Links
Source: SDG 3 – Program 3S Sihat Selamat Sejahtera.docx (UKM SDG template & programme details).
Using Serious Games – The HRTW Game Experience
Date: 30 April – 30 May 2024
Time: 2.00 – 5.00 p.m.
Location: Bilik Seminar AST 1 (MK1)
Introduction
Course KKKF3103: Project Management integrates the HR Toxic Workplace (HRTW) serious game to go beyond theory and provide practical engagement. The game simulates project management challenges and cultivates empathy, teamwork, and leadership as essential skills for effective project managers.
Objectives
- Develop empathy, teamwork, leadership, and conflict resolution skills.
- Provide hands-on project management experience beyond classroom theory.
- Use serious games for active learning and problem-solving practice.
Collaboration & Involvement
- MDEC – Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation
- Games HQ
- Alchemy Creative & Roll Rebellion
Programme Activities
- Empathy & Project Management learning via the HR Toxic Workplace Game.
- Participants: 60 (students and staff)
- Financial Support: 10 sponsored game card sets from industry partners
Impact
- Strengthened ties between MDEC and Malaysia’s serious games industry.
- Enhanced empathy, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities among students.
- Better preparedness for real-world project management and leadership.
Conclusion
The HRTW Game provided experiential learning by simulating workplace challenges, requiring empathetic and strategic responses. It enriched project management education by embedding empathy as a fundamental leadership skill.
Source: SDG 3_HRTW_EmpathyGame.docx (UKM SDG template & programme details).
Program Jalinan Kasih Komuniti Penyayang
Date: 28 March 2024
Time: 11.00 a.m. – 8.00 p.m.
Location: Pusat Jagaan Rufaidah, Jenderam Hilir, Dengkil, Selangor
Introduction
An initiative by JKKP, FKAB UKM, bringing students and staff together with senior citizens at Pusat Jagaan Rufaidah during Ramadan. It fostered empathy, social bonding, and emotional support for the elderly.
Objectives
- Expose students to creative thinking and effective communication.
- Build stronger social bonds with the elderly community.
Collaboration
Local Partner: Pusat Jagaan Rufaidah
Programme Stats
- 14 postgraduate students
- 5 UKM staff
- 40 elderly participants
- Financial Support: Faculty funded
Impact
- Strengthened UKM’s reputation in the community.
- Developed empathetic, socially responsible graduates.
- Bridged the gap between academia and community well-being.
Conclusion
The programme benefited both students and the elderly, fostering kindness, leadership, and empathy. It is recommended to continue annually.
Links
Source: SDG 3 PS JKKP.docx (UKM SDG template & programme details).
Promo@ng Awareness and Wellness – Screening for Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS)
Location: Bangunan Canselori UKM, Bangi & Optometry Clinic, Faculty of Health Sciences, UKM, Kuala Lumpur
Introduction
Focused on Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS), caused by prolonged use of digital devices. Common symptoms include eye strain, headaches, dry eyes, blurred vision, and shoulder pain. The programme highlights the impact of CVS on productivity and well-being.
Objectives
- Promote ocular health under SDG 3.
- Study prevalence and risk factors of CVS among UKM office workers.
- Provide screening and awareness of visual ergonomics.
Collaboration
University: Faculty of Health Sciences, UKM
Programme Stats
- Activities: Eye examination (refraction, funduscopy, slit lamp)
- Participants: 350 office workers
- Financial Support: Research grant
Impact
- Raised awareness of CVS and preventive care.
- Identified vision issues and referred for treatment.
- Improved productivity and well-being among staff.
Source: SDG 3 PS JKKP.docx (UKM SDG template & programme details).
