Category: Giving Back
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Why elitism in Singapore exists & how to change it
The recent merger of neighborhood junior colleges in Singapore has reignited conversations about elitism, a topic that often evokes strong reactions. Many Singaporeans express deep discomfort with the notion of…
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The Case For Mandatory Eldercare Leave In Singapore
I applaud the new legislation on paternity care leave to address the country’s low birth rate and mindsets about family care. This is a first step towards greater worklife balance and…
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What ‘Finding Dory’ Teaches Us About Protecting Our Oceans
I was concerned to read The Straits Times report about the rising sales of Blue Tang after watching Pixar’s ‘Finding Dory‘. Some retailers in Singapore reported an increase in sales…
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Addressing Domestic Helper Abuse in Singapore
Around 60 percent of foreign domestic workers in Singapore are exploited by their employers, according to a 2017 survey. The study said the abuse comes in various forms ranging from…
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5 Differences between Neighbourhood and Elite Schools in Singapore
There has been much discussion about the phrase “every school is a good school,” encompassing both neighborhood and elite schools. Over the past decade, PM Lee has repeatedly emphasized the…
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Why We Should Reintroduce Chinese Dialects On Singapore’s Free-To-Air Television
In Singapore, Chinese languages other than Mandarin (pejoratively referred to as ‘dialects’ in official Singapore parlance) are banned on television under Part 12.4 of the Media Development Authority’s Free-to-Air Television…