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Build for Good (Environment) Builders hackathon Passionate in tackling environmental problems in Singapore? 🌎Build for Good environment is a month-long hackathon organised by Open Government Products in partnership with SG Eco Fund for citizens to build solutions and receive mentorship from tech & environmental experts. Winning teams will receive funding of up to S$100,000 and take part in a 2-month accelerator programme to further develop their solutions, and launch them to real users! 🔴18 May to 22 Jun 2024 While you will spend the entire month working on the solution, there are 6 in-person sessions Sign up by 31 March at: https://bit.ly/3xhTaPR

AWARE Sexual Assault First Responder Training It is not always easy for survivors to tell someone about what happened; in fact, for some survivors, it can be especially daunting. So the way their loved ones respond becomes pivotal in their journey of recovery. This training helps familiarise participants with trauma reactions and symptoms to better contribute to a survivor’s well-being. In this workshop, they will share more on: -Definition of sexual assault and harassment -Recognising Singapore’s legal framework -Understanding consent, the impact of sexual assault and trauma on survivors -Role of a first responder -Providing support to survivors of sexual assault -Resources available for help -Key skills such as ensuring safety, active listening and empathy 🔴24 Feb 24, Sat 🔵 2pm- 5pm 🗺Aware Centre, 5 Dover Crescent #01-22 Singapore, 130005 💰Donation basis, more information on sign up link Sign up at: https://bit.ly/42ozSnq

Be a Samaritan Public Run (Feb) - Community Suicide First respondent workshop Suicide prevention is everyone’s business. Join Samaritan of Singapore in their mission to shift from a culture of silence, to one of openness and empathy, through empowering the wider community to be more vigilant to keep a look out for anyone in distress. "Be A Samaritan" (BAS) is a 2-part programme which aims to equip the community with the knowledge and skills to be a first responder to anyone facing a suicide crisis by engaging and encouraging distressed individuals to seek help and providing them with emotional support in an empathetic manner. 🔴26 Feb 24, Monday 🔵 7.30pm- 9.30pm 🗺10 Cantonment Close Sign up at: https://bit.ly/3uaHsFo

Youth Action Challenge Season 5: Participatory Budgeting Exercise Calling all youths aged 15 to 35 years old who wants to learn more about up-and-coming ground-up initiatives in Singapore!📣 Join fellow youths at the Participatory Budgeting exercise, where you will get to meet and hear from teams who are starting initiatives that tackle a variety of social issues, discuss with peers and allocate virtual funds to projects that will make the greatest impact in society. Your votes will be translated to real grants that teams will receive to bring their ideas to life🥳 *Only Singpass-registered participants will be allowed to attend due to live-voting event requirements 🔴17 Feb 24, Saturday 🔵 9am - 1.30pm (Lunch will be provided) 🗺Life Long Learning Institute 11 Eunos Rd 8, S408601 Sign up by 13 Feb at: https://bit.ly/3vVKr5d

MIND YOUR CLICKS: How Online Harms Affect Youth Well-Being Join esteemed panellists Mr Eric Chua (Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Culture, Community & Youth and Ministry of Social and Family Development), Dr Priyanka Bhalla (Safety Policy Manager, Meta), and Ms Calissa Man (Vice Curator, Global Shapers Singapore Hub) as they discuss the findings of the Safeguarding Online Spaces (SOS) Study on youth concerns around online safety issues and how it impacts the mental health of our youths today! 🔴8 Jan 24, Thursday 🔵 4.30pm-6pm 🗺 Zoom Sign up at: https://bit.ly/4bgVMNu

Talking About Sex and Sexuality: On The Ground Perspectives Organised by the Asian Medical Students Association Interested to learn more about the societal stigmas surrounding various topics involving sex and sexuality? 🧐 Keen to hear from distinguished speakers with unique insights from the field? 🥳 Join them at this seminar and gain perspective into different topics, ranging from LGBTQ issues, teenage pregnancy, HIV/AIDS and sexual assault! You can look forward to hearing from invited speakers from different non-profit organisations such as Oogachaga and Babes Pregnancy Crisis Support as well as doctors with years of experience in this area 🤩 👥: Open to ALL university, polytechnics, JC and ITE students 🔴25 Jan 24, Thursday 🔵 5pm-8pm 🗺 NUS Campus — location TBC! Sign up by 23 Jan at: https://bit.ly/492qvf7

ArtsWok Learning Forum 2024: Developing Communities Creatively by ArtsWok Collaborative Discover how to engage communities more creatively and effectively in this forum✨ Highlights include an array of panels, workshops, reflexive dialogue and field visits; where you'll encounter a broad range of socially and community-engaged arts projects. Spark fresh ideas and build intersectional connections through exposure to different community development approaches across sectors.🤗 Whether you are well-versed in or new to arts-based community development, this forum welcome all, including artists, socially engaged practitioners, community workers and students who are keen to learn more. 🔴29 March & 30 March 🔵 9am-6pm 🗺Goodman Arts Centre (90 Goodman Road, Singapore 439053) 💵Standard 2-day Pass: $240 Concession 2-day Pass (Promo code required): $100 Group Bookings of 5 or more: $200/pax Full programme details and sign up at: https://bit.ly/3S3tIEt

Outgrow the System Film Screening Beyond the mainstream debate and teachings of business schools, new economic ideas and practices are emerging. “Outgrow the System” is about transitioning to a more sustainable economic system by challenging old assumptions and offering fresh perspectives on how we can reorganise our production and consumption, in order to ensure our survival as a species on this planet. 🌏 It will explore post-growth economic models and theories, such as donut economics, degrowth, economic democracy, and participatory economics. 🧐 The film features Kate Raworth Economist, Author of Doughnut Economics, Amanda Janoo Economics and Policy Lead, WEAll (Wellbeing Economy Alliance), Timothée Parrique Dr, of Economics, specialised in degrowth and Jennifer Hinton Ecological economist and sustainability researcher There is also post-film discussion with film directors and academics✨ 🔴 1 Feb 2024 (Thurs) 🔵 6.30pm-9.30pm 🗺Yale-NUS College 💵FOC,open to public Sign up up at: https://bit.ly/3SapLOa

“Death Cafe …with ASHTRONAUT” Join then conversation about life and end-of-life, at the 5th edition of Death Cafe by ASHTRONAUT! This time round, they are offering a Forest Therapy experience in collaboration with Slow Forest Days 🌳🌱💚 They hold the space for you to discuss death, and anything related under the sun. Let’s make the most of our (finite) time on Earth & carry out a fearless exploration together 🚀 🔴 3 Feb 2024, Saturday 🔵 2pm - 5pm 🗺 Singapore Botanic Gardens, meeting point near Tanglin Gate 1 Cluny Road, Singapore 259569 💵 Free-of-charge, with limited seats! Sign up at: bit.ly/deathcafeRSVP

Giving Economy Forum 2023 This year’s 6th edition of the Giving Economy Forum will explore one of the biggest challenges to the giving economy at present, financial inclusion! The forum will also feature Giving Economy Awards Nominations, an opportunity to celebrate and recognize individuals and organizations from the business and social world, who pursue the purpose of bringing sustainability to society and solving social problems with their initiatives and efforts in alignment with the 17 United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. 🔴 14 December 2023, Thursday 🔵 6pm - 9.15pm 🗺 Shaw Foundation Alumni House 11 Kent Ridge Dr Singapore, 119244 💵 $27.29 Sign up at: https://bit.ly/47Gccws

GU ConneXion: End-of-Year Social Calling all ground-up initiative members! If you are part of a ground-up initiative, , join OpenJio and the National Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre (NVPC) at GU ConneXion: End-of-Year Social for a reflective year-end celebration together 🥂 and connect with like-minded change-makers from the OpenJio community and NVPC’s Groundup Central members🤝🏻 🔴 18 December 2023, Monday 🔵 7pm - 9.30pm 🗺 NVPC 6 Eu Tong Sen Street, Singapore 059817 💵 FOC and dinner will be provided Sign up at by 11 Dec(Limited slots available): https://bit.ly/41cpdeE

Wild Conversations: Getting to Know Our Wild Neighbours Get yourself acquainted with Our Wild Neighbours and learn the dos and don'ts during an encounter with wida troop of macaques in your estate or when you hear the iconic "uwu!" calls of the koel. Get practical tips on how you can coexist with the animals that share our island home and what role each animal plays in keeping our city in nature green and healthy. Hear from Jasvic's journey in wildlife conservation and education when she embarked on an art project documenting wild animals that have died from human activities in Singapore. 🔴 15 December 2023, Friday 🔵 8pm - 9pm 🗺 EQUAL 100 Jalan Mashhor Singapore, 299177 💵 Pay as you wish Sign up at: https://bit.ly/3RbVjCH

“Death Cafe …with ASHTRONAUT” Join them in conversation about life and end-of-life, at the 3rd edition of Death Cafe by ASHTRONAUT! They hold the space for you to discuss death, and anything related under the sun. Let’s make the most of our (finite) time on Earth & carry out a fearless exploration together 🚀 🔴 9 December 2023, Saturday 🔵 2pm - 3:30pm 🗺 Level 1 Dungeon, The Red Box 113 Somerset Road, Singapore 238165 💵 Free-of-charge, with limited seats! Sign up at: https://bit.ly/3RslYg6

IMPACT PLAYFEST 2023 Join Singapore's first ever social impact game festival! Discover socially impactful tabletop and video games that promote empathy, dialogue, and positive change in our world. 🎉Participate in interactive workshops led by industry experts and experience firsthand the magic of games designed to address social issues. Learn, have fun, and broaden your horizons while playing games that matter🥳 🔴 10 Dec 2023, Sunday 🔵 12pm-6pm 🗺 Tzu Chi Humanistic Youth Centre, 30A Yishun Central 1 Singapore 💵 FOC Sign up at: https://bit.ly/40VpW43

EMCC Tapestry of Hope Giving Market This cozy weekend Giving Market by EMCC aims to raise greater awareness about mental health with activities to support mental well-being. Funds raised through this event will go towards subsidizing counselling sessions for those in mental distress.    Pre-register now to receive a ✨FREE✨ goodie bag! 📣Activities lined up includes: -Workshops by local artists and vendors - Panel Dialogue Session with BTL Ambassadors -Mental health talk by EMCC's counselling team - Photography exhibition on mental well-being journeys -Communal Tapestry-making activity 🔴 2 & 3 Dec 2023, Sat & Sun 🔵12pm-8pm 🗺 Room2F @ Bras Basah Complex 231 Bain St, #04-07, Complex 180231 💵 FOC Sign up at: https://bit.ly/3GjLwpj

Empathy Panorama Lego Serious Play workshop Empathy Panorama is a community initiative to raise awareness for siblings of individuals with disabilities! 👫 They are inviting siblings and parents of individuals with disabilities to attend their Lego Serious Play workshop to provide a safe space where Sibs and parents can not only practice communication and self-expression, but also learn more about one another's experiences as Sibs and parents. 🫂 ‼️ Criteria for registration: - SIBLINGS of individuals with disabilities - PARENTS who have at least 1 child with disabilities AND at least 1 neurotypical child - Age limit: 13 years and above 🔴 16 Dec 2023, Saturday 🔵9am- 1pm 🗺City on a Hill SG 💵 FOC Sign up at: https://bit.ly/3GkhNg0

In The Interest of Human Interest with RICE Media What is the impact of storytelling on fringe communities? At RICE Media’s panel discussion, its content creators dive into the humane craft of human interest stories and empathetic journalism. As they share their past experiences, they’ll unpack how compelling narratives can amplify marginalised voices while bridging the gap between mainstream society and those defined by the periphery. 🔴 3 December 2023, Saturday 🔵1.30pm-2.30pm 🗺 Visual Arts Centre 💵 FOC Sign up at: https://bit.ly/49v0ypA

Teh Tarik with Walid IRL: Community Building through the Arts What is community art? What are the spaces they create and how do they impact the communities around them? Join Walid J. Abdullah in conversation with Ngiam Su-Lin (ArtsWok Collaborative) and Lin Shiyun (3Pumpkins) as they explore ways to build community through the arts, and their unique challenges. 🔴 2 December 2023, Saturday 🔵5pm-6pm 🗺 Visual Arts Centre 💵 FOC Sign up at: https://bit.ly/46f8fNI

SHE (SG Her Empowerment) Annual Symposium: Changing Mindsets, Changing Lives SHE's inaugural Annual Symposium will feature the latest research, unique viewpoints, and solutions to the complex issues around gender equality and equity. It will bring together cross-sectoral stakeholders to synergise learnings and drive change. Join them for a morning of thought-provoking discussions, impactful sessions, interactive breakouts, and inspiring speakers as they explore how changing mindsets on outdated stereotypes can also help to improve lives, and build a fairer and more equal society. 🔴 25 November 2023, Saturday 🔵 9am-1.15pm 🗺 Catapult, 1 Rochester Park #02-01, Rochester Commons S(139212) 💵 FOC Sign up at: https://bit.ly/40BwWCL

Movements for Health: "Health in Social or Social in Health by Bold Sg The hype about HealthierSG - how do we piece together the WHO, WHERE, HOW, and WHAT to design good lives? In the movement's sharing session, they offer two perspectives from two different organizations, Wellness Kampung and Beyond Social Services on how they have iterated to get to where they are now. Join them for a morning of thought-provoking discussions, impactful sessions, interactive breakouts, and inspiring speakers as they explore how changing mindsets on outdated stereotypes can also help to improve lives, and build a fairer and more equal society. 🔴 20 November 2023, Monday 🔵 10am-1pm (light refreshments provided) 🗺 Tzu Chi Humanistic Youth Centre 💵 FOC Sign up at: https://bit.ly/47uVxf2