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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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Wild Moves by Wild Rice

Spanning 7 weeks in this series of movement classes and hands-on workshops, Wild Moves invites you to connect with your body in new and intuitive ways. Come explore how movement can open up new avenues of creative expression, while also serving as a language of self-discovery✨

πŸ“ Applications close 11.59pm on Friday, 17 Oct 25.

Sign up at: https://www.wildrice.com.sg/training-programmes-workshops/
Change Across Scales: A Journey in Impact by Merlion Project x A Good Space

How do personal journeys lead to collective change? ✨

Hear from Douglas O’Loughlin, PhD (Community/Organisation Sherpa/Kaypo) and Lee Zhong Han (Facilitator, Educator & Coach) as they share defining moments in their lives, the challenges they overcame, and how resilience can drive impact from ground-up projects to cross-sector collaboration🧐

πŸ”΄ 25 Oct 25, Saturday
πŸ”΅ 3pm-6pm
πŸ—ΊοΈSCAPE Dance Studio 1,
2 Orchard Link, #04-01
πŸ’΅ FOC

Sign up at: tiny.cc/fwrt001

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Earth In Focus Film Festival 2025 🌎

Dive into a world of inspiring documentaries, thought-provoking talks, and creative workshops β€” all celebrating our planet and the power of storytelling. 🌿

🎬 Discover films that spotlight pressing environmental issues and the beauty of nature.
πŸŽͺ Enjoy free public booths featuring kids’ activities, a nature bookstore, and a VR Lounge with 360Β° films and many more!
🎨 Join hands-on workshops to learn how you can make a difference.

Don't miss this inspiring weekend! Mark your calendars today and join us for the Earth In Focus Film Festival 2025. Let's celebrate our planet. spark meaningful conversations and inspire action together!

πŸ”΄ 31 Oct - 2 Nov 25
πŸ”΅ Multiple timings
πŸ—ΊοΈ The Foundry, 11 Prinsep Link Singapore 187949
πŸ’΅ From $4.07

Sign up at: tiny.cc/kvrt001

For more information: https://www.earthinfocus.co/

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Conversations on Child Abuse Awareness

Every child deserves to feel safe β€” and you can be part of making that happen. πŸ’›

Join Casa Raudha, in partnership with the National Library Board for their second round of the Conversations on Child Abuse Awareness β€” a safe space to learn, reflect, and empower ourselves to take action.

This workshop is designed to help participants:
βœ… Understand the different types of child abuse
βœ… Recognize the signs and symptoms of abuse
βœ… Learn about the long-term impacts on children
βœ… Explore ways to respond and prevent abuse within our community

They will be using the book I See I Hear I Do: My Story as an interactive educational tool, featuring real stories and illustrations by children to spark meaningful conversations.

Come and be part of this important dialogue to build a safer environment for every child !

πŸ”΄ 18 Oct 25, Saturday
πŸ”΅ 10.30am - 12.30pm
πŸ—ΊοΈ Woodlands Regional Library
πŸ’΅ FOC

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🌟 BEACON 2025: Connect for Good

Better.sg’s annual flagship conference returns β€” bringing together technologists, policymakers, community builders, and creatives to explore how innovation can drive collective good. πŸ’‘

In a time of rapid change, BEACON is where purpose meets progress β€” through inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, and project showcases shaping Singapore’s digital-social future.

This year’s theme, Connect for Good, invites you to:
🧠 Cultivate – Grow skills for social innovation
❀️ Connect – Bridge ideas and people across sectors
🀝 Collaborate – Celebrate partnerships creating real impact

Join them for a day of learning, sharing, and co-creating β€” from responsible AI to inclusive design and mental health innovation. Together, let’s turn ideas into impact. ✨

πŸ”΄ 1 Nov 25, Saturday
πŸ”΅ 9.30am -5.30pm
πŸ—ΊοΈ 9 Penang Road
πŸ’΅ $20 (Early Bird: $10)

Sign up at: tiny.cc/rvrt001

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🌿 Our House Downstairs x Ground Up Stories: Holland Village Edition! 🌿

Taking Our House Downstairs and Ground Up Stories on the road β€” to Holland Village! πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈπŸ“š

Join a guided walk + zine-making experience that celebrates the harmonious coexistence of old and new in the Holland area. πŸ‘£

πŸ’­ Along the way, you will uncover hidden gems and hear stories that hold a special place in the hearts of its residents. 🏑✨

🎨 After the walk, wind down at Wala Wala, where Feranda will lead a communal zine-making session to reflect, create, and share your impressions of Holland and its heritage. πŸΉπŸ“–

πŸ”΄ Date: 26 October
🟒 Time: 3pm - 6pm
πŸ—ΊοΈ Meeting point: SPC@ 490 Commonwealth Ave, Singapore 149736
πŸ’΅ Fee: $30
🌟 Sign up here: http://tiny.cc/wy0u001
πŸ“– More details: Instagram Post

❣️ A kind neighbour has sponsored 2 spots on this tour for those concerned about cost! To find out more, kindly message Feranda.

Come for the stories, stay for the creativity and see Holland Village in a whole new light! πŸŒ‡

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Bridging Hearts: Strengthening Youth–Parent Connections πŸ’š

Every bond can grow stronger with understanding. 🌿 If you’re a youth, or a parent supporting a youth through challenges like stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm β€” this programme is for you.

Join Bridging Hearts, a 3-part workshop series designed to help youths and their parents build trust, communicate better, and grow in compassion and resilience together. πŸ’¬πŸ€

πŸ“… Dates: 1, 8 & 15 November 2025 (Saturdays)
πŸ’΅ Fee: $15 per pair
β˜• Includes: Tea break provided
πŸ“ Venue: Mindfull Community Office 491-B River Valley Rd, 03-04 Valley Point Office Tower
πŸ’¬ Enquires: cliffchong@mindfull.org.sg

Limited slots are available β€” register now and begin your journey towards a stronger connection πŸ‘‰ http://tiny.cc/6z0u001

Let’s bridge hearts, one conversation at a time. πŸ’ž

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When Foundry first moved into our neighbourhood, we discovered layers of history, grit, and heart. This trail is our way of seeing the cityβ€” and its communities β€” differently

Join a guided walk through the Selegie–Prinsep area, where the unseen stories of our city come alive β€” from homelessness and migrant worker safety to elderly loneliness, mental health, and inclusive employment.

πŸ—“ 7 Nov (Fri) | 3–5.30pm
πŸ’΅ $60 (includes light snacks at Basic Kneads)
πŸ’š Enjoy 10% off with the code: FOUNDRYFRIENDS

Every dollar goes directly towards keeping The Foundry running and accessible to grow a community of changemakers. 🌱

Meet your guides:
Yong Min HO | Heritage Educator & Founder of The Urbanist Singapore (bridging history & urban stories to life)
Michelle Tan | Community Architect @ The Foundry (building bridges across the social impact ecosystem)

✨ Spots are limited, secure it here: https://lnkd.in/dRHWJC7t

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Project Re:ground – Brewing Support 🌟

Want to learn how to support your friends better β€” and redeem a 1-for-1 Starbucks Iced Shaken Latte while you’re at it? β˜•πŸ’¬

Join Project Re:ground, a chill and meaningful 10-minute conversational card game with our trained community peer supporters. Take a moment to reflect, connect, and learn simple ways to be there for someone who needs a listening ear πŸ‘‚πŸΌβ€οΈβ€πŸ©Ή

πŸ“… Date: 30 Oct (Thur)
⏰ Time: 7–9.30PM (Various time slots available!)
πŸ“ Location: Starbucks, 313@Somerset
πŸ”— Pre-register for your slot here: http://tiny.cc/gz0u001

Come for the coffee, stay for the connection β€” one cup, one conversation at a time. β˜•πŸ’­βœ¨

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Hello everyone! We noticed that there is an issue with the ticket link for the Death over Dim Sum event. We are rectifying the issue with the organisers and will remove the post for now!
πŸ₯Ÿ Death Over Dim Sum: What If You Had a Living Funeral? πŸ’

πŸ—“ Saturday, 1 Nov 2025 | πŸ•™ 10AM – 12PM
πŸ“ Dim Sum Social, 119 Tyrwhitt Road

In this final Death Over Dim Sum session of the year, explore a deeply personal question: What if you could attend your own farewell?

A living funeral offers a chance to hear words of love and gratitude while you’re still here β€” and to reflect on what truly matters before it’s too late.

Over dim sum and tea, join heartfelt conversations on life, remembrance, and authenticity. πŸ΅πŸ’­

πŸ”— More details: https://thelifereview.org/community-events/living-funeral
πŸ‘‰ Book your seat here: http://tiny.cc/pz0u001
πŸ’š OpenJio members get 10% off single tickets! Use code OJ10 β€” limited to the first 5 members!

Come have a bite, and some thoughts to chew on πŸ₯’πŸ’­

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Equal Dreams’ November Programmes at Enabling Village! 🌈

Join Equal Dreams this November for two insightful programmes designed to deepen understanding and strengthen practices around disability inclusion and accessibility.

1️⃣ Organising Accessible Events (8 & 15 Nov 25)
With increasing conversations around disability access and inclusion, this workshop explores what it truly takes to translate aspirations into concrete, inclusive actions when planning events🀝

Sign up at: https://academy.equaldreams.sg/organising-accessible-events/

2️⃣ Disability Inclusive Language (22 Nov 25)
Participants will learn how to analyse language, understand its deeper implications, and make respectful, informed communication choices.
It’s not about political correctness. It is about recognising how language can either build or break inclusion. Participants are encouraged to bring their own communication materials for practical discussionπŸ˜„

Sign up at: https://academy.equaldreams.sg/disability-inclusive-language/
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Youth Ally Workshop 🌈

Join RainbowAsia for an engaging and reflective workshop designed to equip participants with the understanding, empathy, and skills to become more effective allies within their communities. Refreshments will be provided and participants will receive an official Certificate of CompletionπŸ’ͺ🏻

This pilot workshop is open exclusively to heterosexual participants to provide a safe and non-judgemental environment for allies to learn, practise, and reflect😊

πŸ”΄ 16 Nov 25, Sunday
πŸ”΅ 2pm-5pm
πŸ—ΊοΈ Details will be shared in the confirmation email
πŸ’΅ FOC

Sign up now: tiny.cc/rcau001

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grovve Launch Day! πŸ’š

Celebrate the official launch of Singapore’s first integrated wellness centre, created with youths, for youths! 🌿

In this event, you'll get to:
✨ Engage in wellness activities hosted by our partners and fellow youths
πŸ’‘ Discover the wide range of resources and services grovve has to offer, especially by their partners from Brahm Centre, TOUCH Community Services, Limitless, and SHINE Children and Youth Services.
πŸ’š Celebrate the supportive community they have built
🎁 Receive a wellness goodie bag from us!

Don’t miss this meaningful afternoon filled with fun and celebrationsπŸ₯³

πŸ”΄ 1 Nov 25, Saturday
πŸ”΅ 4pm-7pm (Last entry at 6pm)
πŸ—ΊοΈ grovve@SCAPE, 2 Orchard Link, #04-06 S(237978)
πŸ’΅ FOC

Secure your slot (4pm, 5pm, or 6pm) now at:
πŸ‘‰ https://grovve.zohobackstage.com/grovveLaunchDay

For any questions, DM @grovvesg on Instagram or TikTok. πŸ€

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