Question 1

How does this program work?

Accepted Answer

Navigating the developing field of Psychology in Malaysia can be difficult. The MAPS Mentor Programme aims to be a regulated platform to connect Malaysian students with each other, particularly for students seeking guidance in the area of Psychology.

Question 2

Is this program free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it is. MAPS’ goal is to disseminate quality resources at no charge, so that all Malaysian students will have the opportunity to pursue their interest in the field of Psychology. If you are keen to support us, please email us at mapsychs.exco@gmail.com.

Question 3

What are the requirements for me to sign up as a mentee/reach out to a mentor?

Accepted Answer

The Malaysian Association of Psychology Students is accessible to all residents in Malaysia, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, or nationality status. We welcome undocumented students of all creed and colour alike to engage with our resources.

Question 4

How are you ensuring the safeguarding of information and safety of students?

Accepted Answer

All mentor profiles are screened by our team, and if and when necessary, face-to-face interviews are conducted by the MAPS committee with each individual who registered to be a mentor. Mentors are highly encouraged to upload information that they are comfortable with being public, such as professional or corporate profiles and contact details (e.g. work email addresses).

Question 5

I am a mentor and would like to withdraw from this programme. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Please send an email to mapsychs.exco@gmail.com with the subject line [MAPS Mentor Programme] and let us know that you wish to withdraw. We will remove your profile from the website in 48 hours.

Question 6

I am a student and my mentor is not responding to me. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

We’re sorry to hear that! Currently, the MAPS Mentor Programme serves as a platform to connect students with each other, and as such, does not have a set system in place to ensure the continuity of communication beyond the platform. If the situation persists, please send an email to mapsychs.exco@gmail.com with the subject line [MAPS Mentor Programme] detailing your issue and we will do our best to resolve the issue with the mentor. You may try reaching out to other mentors in the meanwhile.

Question 7

I am a mentor and I am being inappropriately contacted by a student. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Please send an email to mapsychs.exco@gmail.com with the subject line [ URGENT: MAPS Mentor Programme] and we will report said issue to the relevant authorities. All traffic on the MAPS website is closely monitored.

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