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We seek to ignite people’s curiosity in social issues, and create a learning community of people who care.
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Let's Talk About Religion: A Youth Conversation

Come and join us in this conversation on religion. Explore the role of religion in our multicultural society and understand the state of religious discourse. Open your hearts and mind as we learn more about the religions and beliefs of those around us.

πŸ”΄ 27 Sept, Sun
πŸ”΅ 8 pm - 9.30pm

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3j16uMc

#religion #youth #conversations

Organised by YouthSpeak 2020
Startup Weekend Singapore 2020: Tomorrow

Got a revolutionary idea that you want to see come to light? Have a group of likeminded friends with you? Gear up and sell your vision of a better world on the biggest startup digital stage and let your ideas be seen and heard. What are you waiting for! Show up, take a stand, and make an impact on your future.

πŸ”΄ 25 Sept, Fri
πŸ”΅ 7 pm

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/32EgipJ

#hackathon

Organised by Techstars Startup Weekend
SCAPE X Shin.tsugi: Navigating the Mental-Emotional Impact of Social Media on Youth

In a time of social distancing, how can we as youth be more mindful of our relationship with Social Media, and how its affect our mental & emotional wellbeing?

πŸ”΄ 24 Sept, Thurs
πŸ”΅ 7 pm - 8.30 pm

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3c7Stdf

#socialmedia #mentalhealth

Organised by *SCAPE X Shin.tsugi
Eco After Me (ft. Fat Kids Are Harder To Kidnap)

"Eco After Me", is an interactive theatre performance by Fat Kids Are Harder To Kidnap surrounding the theme of environment and sustainability as well as a breakout segment where youths like yourself may come together and discuss further.

πŸ”΄ 24 Sept, Thurs
πŸ”΅ 8 pm - 9.30 pm

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/35Mfcdx

#environment #sustainability #youth

Organised by National Youth Council & How Drama
Youth Action Challenge Season 2

Take part in the Youth Action Challenge (YAC) and realise your vision by creating solutions that address gaps in society!

Turn your ideas into reality through curated workshops and guidance from experienced industry professionals! At the end of the challenge, selected teams will receive support to implement their projects - up to $50,000 worth of grants!

πŸ‘‰ Open to 15-35 years old
❗️ Registration closes 30 September (sign up early as vacancies are limited!)

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/32GR5Ln

More details here: https://youthactionplan.sg/YACSeason2/

#youth #social #challenge

Organised by National Youth Council
OpenJio #WeeklyBitesπŸͺ
Fresh insights in the social space!

πŸ“° THIS WEEK'S FEATURE: From β€˜heaven’ to rubbish dump: S'porean family shares memories of Pulau Semakau life by Mothership

πŸ‘‰ Click here: http://bit.ly/OJBites42
Bamboo Builders Community Huddle: Urban Poverty

Ever wondered how poverty is like in Singapore and abroad?

Through this talk, let’s learn about poverty through the lens of experienced panelists Jonathan Muk (ReadAble), Ranganayaki Thangavelu (Beyond Social Services), Sobikun Nahar (Beyond Social Services), Gabriel Tan (Bamboo Builders)! Come engage & meet like-minded people in the space :)

πŸ”΄ 10 Oct, Sat
πŸ”΅ 10am-12pm

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/2G4vDYn

Organised by Bamboo Builders
#poverty #paneldiscussion
Critical Race Theory Workshop: Race, Racism and Social Justice in Singapore

This workshop introduces several key concepts of Critical Race Theory (CRT). Explore the potential uses and limitations of CRT in the Singaporean context! We’ll discuss CRT in relation to specific SG socio-economic issues such as brownface and the Muslim headscarf ban.

πŸ”΄ 7 Oct, Wed
πŸ”΅ 730-930pm (SG) / 1230-230pm (UK)

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/307Ev68

Organised by MS-SEA Research Network
#race #socialjustice #workshop
MENDAKI Club’s 10th Leadership Incubator 2020

Be a part of this discussion with influential community thought-leaders as they share experiences & offer insights on pressing issues that surfaced amidst the pandemic! This Leadership Incubator runs as online seminars in Oct and culminates as a 24h Hackathon on 7-8 Nov!

πŸ‘‰Stand a chance to get up to $5,000 seed money for your solutions!
πŸ‘‰Join as an individual or as a group (max 5 pax)

πŸ”΄ Various dates from 4-31 Oct
πŸ”΅ 2-5pm

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/2G4BooK

Organised by MENDAKI Club
#leadership #seminar
Common Ground Conversations: How Can We Build Communities In Crisis Times?

In this panel discussion series, come hear from 8 community leaders of different sectors share their experiences & insights on the following topics:

30 Sep: Environmental Sustainability x East Coast Beach Plan
Conversation with Heng Li Seng (Green Nudge) & Samantha Thian (Seastainable Co.)
7 Oct: Migrant Workers
21 Oct: Mental Health
28 Oct: Youth Development

πŸ”΄ Various dates, Weds
πŸ”΅ 830-9pm

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/33ZPDn1

Organised by Common Ground
#community #conversations #paneldiscussion
How I Went from Leaving to Living

In this intimate & honest sharing, join Egan as he speaks with Calm Collective founder Sabrina on dealing with suicidal thoughts, helpful recovery strategies & her ongoing mental health journey. Ending with a live Q&A, learn how to live life as fully & meaningfully as possible!

πŸ”΄ 29 Sep, Tues
πŸ”΅ 9pm

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/2HyGWIJ

Missed the live event?
Come check out the recorded event here

Organised by Calm Collective
#mentalhealth #talk
Beyond The Buzzword: What is Community?

Are you someone who:
- wants to learn more about community development?
- is curious about what makes a great community experience?
Then, this event is for you!

In this short 2-hour Zoom workshop, you will...
1. Uncover a greater awareness of the communities that you belong to
2. Learn fundamental concepts to help you understand & unpack 'community'
3. Learn more about yourself
4. Get tips on how to improve your experiences in the communities that you're already part of

Hear from the NVPC Community Matters & OpenJio team as they share some insights on community building, meet likeminded people, connect and contribute! :)

πŸ”΄ 24 Oct, Sat
πŸ”΅ 3-5pm

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/whatiscommunity2020
World Mental Health Day 2020

Join us this World Mental Health Day for a whole day of events! From panel discussions to the launch of a Youth Mental Health Resource Kit! Come and learn and engage with the community as we commemorate this World Mental Health Day.

πŸ”΄ 10 Oct, Sat
πŸ”΅ 2 pm - 4.30 pm

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3ios8c8

#mentalhealth

Organised by Silver Ribbon (Singapore)
Making Visible The Invisible

This October 10th, on World Mental Health Day, SMHFF will be presenting four screenings on Facebook Live focused on some of the more invisible and vulnerable communities here in Singapore. These screenings will be coupled with panel conversations surrounding the impact of the pandemic on mental health.

πŸ”΄ 10 Oct, Sat
πŸ”΅ 12.30 pm - 10.30 pm

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3naSfHh

#mentalhealth #film

Organised by Singapore Mental Health Film Festival
SE101 - Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship

Interested in building up your own Social Enterprise? Then sign up for this introductory session into the ecosystems of Social Enterprises! From planning for a social enterprise business model, to finding various supports, this introductory session covers it all!

πŸ”΄ 14 Oct, Wed
πŸ”΅ 10 am - 5 pm
βšͺ️ 116 Tanjong Pagar Road (Up to 15 Participants due to restrictions)
πŸ’° $10

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/2SgXO8L

#entrepreneurship #course

Organised by Social Collider Academy
Decade For Decisive Action: Taste The Change

Through interactive workshops, panel discussions, and human libraries, the Youth Track aims to enable delegates to take decisive action in advancing regional food sustainability initiatives, whether as consumers, corporate employees, entrepreneurs, and/or civic leaders.

πŸ”΄ 13 Oct, Tues
πŸ”΅ 7 pm - 9 pm

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3ndlWaT

#environment #sustainability

Organised by Global Compact Network Singapore (GCNS)
Connecting the Dots - Aphasia SG "FB Live Talk Show" series

Ever wondered how speech/ music/ occupational/ physical therapy can help individuals with brain injuries? How does one effectively navigate the healthcare system in Singapore? What challenges do persons with aphasia (PWA) and caregivers face in their daily lives? Join in on this interactive Q&A talkshow happening every Thursday!

πŸ”΄ 8 Oct - 10 Dec
πŸ”΅ 8.30 pm

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3l7D3ZA

#aphasia

Organised by Aphasia SG
OpenJio #WeeklyBitesπŸͺ
Fresh insights in the social space!

πŸ“° THIS WEEK'S FEATURE: Caring for Children with Critical Illnesses | Can Ask Meh? by Our Grandfather Story

Hear the strengths of caregivers and the voices of children as the family journey through their child's experience living with critical illness

πŸ‘‰ Click here: http://bit.ly/OJBites43
Graphic Medicine Workshop

Ever wanted to share a personal story on your struggles with health/caregiving through comics?

In this engaging workshop, learn from artists Don Low & James Tan on how you can communicate complex feelings and ideas about health & sickness – even the stress you experienced during Covid-19!

❗️Apply by 18 Oct

πŸ”΄ 31 Oct, Sat
πŸ”΅ 1030am-12pm
βšͺ️ Zoom or The Pod @ NLB

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: https://bit.ly/2I3DUMH

Organised by National Library Board
#health #arts #workshop