“I started out cycling with my dad, back when I was a child. We were limited to how far we could’ve gone because I was not the most athletic child, but I fell in love with cycling. When I grew up and got into secondary school, life was more hectic and busy, and my dad started showing signs of aging. His knees weren’t as good as it was before, and didn’t bring my siblings and I out to cycle anymore.

As someone who has gone through depression, I feel like exercise is a form of escape for me. Cycling was one of my go-tos, as it was fun and I could go at my own pace.

I want to help out and inspire others that anything that they are feeling now will pass, and I hope my message will reach them through this event.”

 – Afiq

About Mental Health Film Festival Singapore

MHFFS is a registered charity that conducts outreach events to raise awareness for people in Singapore to provide an inclusive and safe platform for stories about mental health. Through these programmes we hope to encourage early help- seeking. We have run 3 Mental Health Film Festivals, an inaugural roadshow in 2023, satellite events with various schools, corporates and community clubs and 3 Short Film Youth Competitions.

This year, MHFFS wants to utilize sports and engaging activities to create an informal environment that encourages open interaction and communication, fostering an atmosphere conducive to discussing mental health, a key pillar to what we do as an organization. By embracing physical activity, we aim to foster a community that supports mental wellness while challenging the negative perceptions associated with mental health.

With your support, we believe a little goes a long way in making a difference in the mental health landscape.

About Ray of Hope

100% of your donations through Ray of Hope goes to people in need. We do not take a cut from the funds. We even cover the 3rd party credit card charges, if you choose not to, that other crowdfunding platforms deduct from your donation for campaigns.

100% of all campaigns are also fully verified, so you know your funds goes to real people with real needs.

We take donor accountability very seriously – with yearly audited accounts and strong governance in place to ensure that your donations is properly channeled to the beneficiaries.

Ray of Hope is Singapore’s only crowdfunding charity. We are a registered charity and a member of the National Council of Social Service.