The ASEAN Workplace Wellbeing Report 2024
Co-created by Intellect and AHDO.
A comprehensive study by Intellect and AHDO based on insights from 585 HR professionals across 10 ASEAN countries. This report unveils 5 emerging HR trends and provides actionable recommendations to help organizations navigate top priorities , overcome challenges like stigma , and build a more proactive, thriving workplace
About This Report
From Awareness to Action: ASEAN’s Mental Health Turning Point
Mental wellbeing has become a strategic priority in the ASEAN workforce. Developed by Intellect and AHDO, this report compiles insights from HR leaders across 10 countries and 8 sectors.
Despite growing awareness post-pandemic, a gap still exists between intent and real impact. This whitepaper explores:
- Top mental health priorities across Southeast Asia
- Communication and engagement challenges
- Cultural and structural barriers to programme success
- Country-specific strategies grounded in frontline HR data
Built for HRBPs and strategic leaders, this roadmap provides actionable, context-aware solutions to help your organisation move from talk to transformation.e solutions to move your organisation from talk to transformation.
Why This Report Matters
Mental health challenges in ASEAN are widespread, deeply localised, and often structural. But the solutions can be just as specific.
93%
of organisations talk about mental health, but fewer than 47% see real employee engagement
60%
offer mental health training for managers, yet rarely tie it to leadership reviews
14 - 23%
of organisations provide comprehensive mental health services
This report highlights the disconnect between top-down initiatives and real workplace impact, especially across finance, healthcare, and public sectors. It also showcases what’s working — from inclusive hiring to culturally grounded programme design.
What You’ll Gain
Whether you're launching your first initiative or scaling a multi-country wellness strategy, this report offers valuable takeaways:
Country-by-country benchmarks
See how workplace mental health compares across ASEAN nations including Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, and Malaysia. Use this data to identify gaps and tailor local strategies.
Cultural traits of high-performing teams
Explore what thriving companies have in common, such as optimistic leadership, inclusive participation, and strong cross-functional ties.
From awareness to embedded action
Learn how to build programmes that resonate, support inclusive hiring, and embed mental health into leadership and daily operations.
Who This Report is Meant For
- HR and People Leaders creating inclusive, data-driven strategies that go beyond surface-level wellness
- C-suite Executives aligning mental health with performance, retention, and growth outcomes
- DEI, Culture, and Policy Experts working to improve access and scale impact across borders
If you’re shaping policy or leading change, this report equips you with clarity, evidence, and empathy to take the next step.
