• Universiti Malaya Community Engagement Centre (UMCares)
  • umcares@um.edu.my
  • 03-79677357
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UNIVERSITI MALAYA COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
MyRA ASSESSMENT

4-STAR RATING

Empowering Mobility Through Exergaming

We utilize "Serious Games" to bridge the gap between sedentary lifestyles and physical wellness, creating new opportunities for individuals with physical disabilities through technology and sport.

HEALTH EQUITY SOCIAL INCLUSION
Exergaming in action
20 Months
3 States
42 Communities
9 National Finalists

The Objective

Our primary mission is to improve general health and quality of life by encouraging physical activity through sports-based video games. We aim to generate holistic opportunities for athletic employment and fitness training tailored specifically for wheelchair users.

The Impact

By integrating athletic potential with gaming, participants engage in sports to their full capacity, fostering empowerment. This comprehensive strategy directly addresses sedentary risks and improves mental health through community connection.

Project Outcomes & Impact



Upper Body Conditioning Specialized training protocols to improve effective upper body movement and strength.

Innovation in Sport Introducing competitive exergaming as a new sports category for the disabled community.

National Progression 9 participants successfully advanced from state level to national competitions.

Coaching Capacity 4 trainers were professionally appointed and trained to coach exergaming athletes.

Evidence & Media


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Global Goal Alignment

This project actively contributes to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for global impact.

SDG 3 SDG 4 SDG 8 SDG 10 SDG 11 SDG 17

Last Update: 16/01/2026