Extraordinary Endeavors in Turbulent Times: Asian Innovation, Inclusion, and Impact during COVID-19

ASIA BUSINESS COUNCIL HONG KONG UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY 7 2 Temasek (Singapore) Extraordinary Endeavors in Turbulent Times Project MyMentalHealth Beyond physical health, Temasek Foundation also sought to raise awareness of mental health issues, including the need for community resilience, and the importance of watching for signs of stress and mental health pressures. As part of its initiatives related to the pandemic, the Foundation began a public conversation about the mental health impact of isolation, stress, and the blurred lines caused by working from home for prolonged periods. Pooling key resources such as mental health hotlines and support groups, and part- nering with the Agency for Integrated Care, the Foundation sought to provide extra mental wellness support for those who may be struggling during the pandemic. A MyMentalHealth web portal was also set up with specially curated articles frommental health professionals to encourage mindfulness, improve mental well-being, and enable people to access mental health support via a directory of services, online forums, and hotlines. The most accessed page contained information on anxiety and depression, and the second-most accessed page was on support groups and where to get help. Indeed, with its wide-ranging initiatives that were designed to fight the virus, including many that went beyond the field of medicine and life sciences, Temasek demonstrated its access to information and resources that was useful in its dialogues with the Singapore government. With its expertise and networks, Temasek was able to back up suggestions for government initiatives with pilot studies and data, dealing with strategic questions such as how the economy can be reopened safely. During the process, Temasek hoped to be a trusted partner for the Singapore government. Advanced MedTech designs and manufactures critical care ventilators in Singapore