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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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πŸ’š Self-Harm Awareness Month | Free Webinar Series

Many young people who self-harm aren’t β€œseeking attention.”
They’re trying to cope with overwhelming emotions. Often they turn first to someone they trust, not a professional.

That’s where everyday people matter.

This March, CFL is hosting a FREE 2-part online webinar series to help communities better understand self-harm and respond with calm, care, and confidence.

🟒 Day 1: Understanding Self-Harm

πŸŽ™ Dr Kelvin Ng (IMH)
πŸ“† Sat 14 Mar 2026, 2-4pm
πŸ”— https://deetz.events/cfls-self-harm-prevention-month-sat-14march

🟒 Day 2: Emotional & Physical First Aid

πŸŽ™ Ms Lyon Koh (CREST Youth SHINE)
πŸ“† Sat, 28 Mar 2026, 2-4pm
πŸ”— https://deetz.events/cfls-self-harm-prevention-month-sat-28-march

✨ Learn how to notice signs, respond supportively, and walk alongside someone toward help.

Sometimes, one timely conversation can change a life.

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🎨πŸŽ₯ Career Panel: Art, Design & Media

What does it take to grow Singapore’s creative economy and shape our culture?
Hear directly from creative professionals who are paving the way in the industry, from design to media and beyond.

Praxium invites students and youths (under 30) who want real-world insights into creative careers, including pathways, challenges, and honest perspectives to help you make informed decisions.

πŸ“† Sat, 21 Feb 2026
⏰ 2.00 – 3.30pm
πŸ“ National Library Building, Level 7
πŸ’΅ Free of charge
πŸ”— Sign up: tiny.cc/praxiumcareerpanel

✨ Come curious. Leave clearer about your next step.

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🌟 Impact for Humanity
A Symposium by Singapore Silent Heroes

Passionate about social change, compassion, and youth advocacy? Join us for an evening of meaningful dialogue at β€œImpact for Humanity”, organised by the Singapore Silent Heroes Movement.

This symposium brings together voices committed to volunteerism and everyday actions that create real social impact, especially among youths. Expect thoughtful conversations, fresh perspectives, and a community that cares.

πŸ—“ Thurs, 5 March 2026
πŸ•• 6:15PM – 9:00PM
πŸ“ Republic Polytechnic, LT-E5
(Block E5, Lecture Theatre Level 1)
9 Woodlands Avenue 9, S(738964)

🍽 Dinner will be served
🎟 Limited seats available (free)
πŸ”— Register here: http://tiny.cc/Impactforhumanity

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πŸŒ† Orientations & Actions (O&A) β€” Part 1
Youth, Civic Life & the City: New Year, New We?

Has civic engagement been feeling a little abstract, overly formal or just plain exhausting? You’re not alone.

Urban Kakis invites you to their first public gathering since reintroducing themselves; a space to reconnect, and reimagine how we show up in civic life together.

This session is about:
✨ Surfacing what’s actually enabling (or exhausting) youth participation
✨ Regrounding lived experience as real civic knowledge
✨ Clarifying what feels worth acting on next

Expect:
🎀 A panel discussion on youth civic life
πŸ“š A Human Library featuring youths shaping the city in their own ways (with friends from Kampung Spirit, Friendzone, City Sprouts, Motive Fitness & more)
πŸŒ€ A collective sense-making reflection session

πŸ—“ Sat, 7 March 2026 (Saturday)
πŸ• 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
πŸ“ Temasek Shophouse
πŸ”— http://tiny.cc/orientationsNactions

Let’s build towards shared aspirations 🌱

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🌿 FREE Community Mental Health Webinar: Overcoming Procrastination & Perfectionism

Do you struggle with putting things off or feel stuck because everything has to be β€œjust right”? You’re not alone.

Join us for a practical and relatable session on understanding procrastination and perfectionism, and how to move forward with clarity and confidence.

πŸ‘€ Dr Ruchi Sinha
Associate Professor, NTU Business School

πŸ—“ Sat, 7 March 2026
πŸ•š 11:00am – 12:30pm
πŸ“ Online (Zoom)
πŸ’š Fully sponsored (Free)

✨ In this session, you’ll learn:
β€’ Why procrastination and perfectionism can feel like β€œbest friends”
β€’ The four types of procrastinators (and which one you might be)
β€’ A simple 2-minute rule to break through paralysis
β€’ How to manage emotions, not just time

πŸ”— Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/community-mental-health-webinar-7-marchsat-11am-1230pm-tickets-1982252346128?aff=oddtdtcreator

This is part of their webinar series. For more of their series, check out Caring For Life on eventbrite

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🌏 Youth-Led Partnerships for Sustainable Development
Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 17: Partnerships for the Goals

From grassroots initiatives to global impact, discover how youth-led partnerships are driving sustainable development across the Asia-Pacific region.

This live session will spotlight powerful case studies aligned with SDG 17, showcasing real collaborations that are creating meaningful change.

✨ Connect with youth leaders
✨ Learn from regional experiences
✨ Join the conversation on building stronger partnerships for a sustainable future

πŸ—“ Thurs, 26 February 2026
πŸ•§ 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM (Bangkok Time)
πŸ’» Live on Zoom
πŸ”— Register here: http://tiny.cc/SDG17

Be part of the movement turning partnerships into impact 🌱

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Modern Man's Book Club: The Great Man Theory by Teddy Wayne

In this session of the book club, you will be discussing this book which depicts Paul, demoted adjunct instructor, divorced but doting Brooklyn father, and a self-styled "curmudgeonly crank" writing The Luddite Manifesto - a catalogue of his resentment of modern life. πŸ“–

Join them as they examine how middle-aged mediocrity intersects with a crisis of masculinity. All genders are welcome, though we'll primarily be discussing issues related to men and masculinity.

πŸ”΄ 15 Mar 26, Sunday
πŸ”΅ 3pm-5pm
πŸ—ΊοΈ MyX at Holland Village, 44 Jln Merah Saga #01-46, S(278116)
πŸ’΅FOC

Sign up at: http://tiny.cc/marmodernman

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Hi-Story page crafting workshop

Join Hi-Story for a meaningful and creative afternoon as you learn to craft your own beautiful wire tree while supporting a greater causeπŸ’ͺ🏻

Hi-story page partners with talented individuals around the world to empower them with sustainable livelihoods. Through remote work opportunities, they are connected with a global community that values their skills and contributions✨

πŸ”΄ 7 Mar 26, Sunday
πŸ”΅ 4pm-5.30pm
πŸ—ΊοΈ 730 Upper Serangoon Rd, #01-01A Yeley Building, S(534613)
πŸ’΅$40

Sign up at: http://tiny.cc/hi-storycrafting

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Migrant Writers of Singapore at Glued Arts Singapore

This is a community arts festival that brings together artists, practitioners, and audiences across generations to reflect on what it means to live together in a shared, multicultural society.

This festival centres art as a meeting ground, one that fosters dialogue, care and collective imagination within our everyday public spaces πŸ“.

πŸ”΄ 8 Mar 26, Saturday
πŸ”΅ 10am-11am
πŸ—ΊοΈ Commune @ Scape
πŸ’΅FOC

Sign up at: No registration required

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Women for the Wild by Wild Space

This March, they will be spotlighting women leading the way in wildlife conservation and environmental storytelling in celebration of International Women's Day and World Wildlife Day ✨

This event features:
βœ…Candice Odgers, Creative Director of Great Plains Conservation, who uses storytelling to drive conservation impact across some of the world's most inconic wild landscapes
βœ…Sam Shu Qin, marine biologist and co-founder of Our BlueSpaces, championing ocean stewardship and community-led marine conversation

Through their journeys, challenges, and triumps, they will explore what it means to lead, protect and reimagine conservation in a rapidly changing worldπŸ’ͺ🏻

πŸ”΄ 12 Mar 26, Thursday
πŸ”΅ 7pm-9pm
πŸ—ΊοΈ Bettr Coffee @ The Foundry, 11 Prinsep Link, S(187949)
πŸ’΅Minimum $5

Sign up at: https://www.wildspace.sg/joinconvos

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Film Screening: A Dementia Story presented by Lien Foundation and Dementia Singapore

Produced by veteran producer, Daniel Yun, 'A Singapore Dementia Story' is an anthology of five short films that go beyond the diagnosis to celebrate the resilience, humour and unwavering love of caregivers and persons living with Dementia 🎬

πŸ”΄ 14 Mar 26, Saturday
πŸ”΅ 1pm
πŸ—ΊοΈ Our Tampines Hub, Festive Plaza
πŸ’΅FOC

Sign up at: No registration required

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✨ No Child Left Behind: Bridging the Education Gap for Displaced Children in Malaysia

Malaysia is home to an estimated 41,000 refugee children of school-going age, yet only 34% currently have access to education. This fireside conversation explores the challenges behind this gap and the efforts being made to address it.

Participants will hear from changemakers working to support displaced children’s access to education, and learn more about the initiatives helping to bridge these barriers. The session will also explore ways individuals can contribute to creating more inclusive education opportunities.

πŸ“… Date: Thursday, 26 March 2026
⏰ Time: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
πŸ“ Venue: Stranger Conversations, 195 Pearl’s Hill Terrace #02-38D, Singapore

πŸ‘₯ Capacity: Limited to 30 participants

🎟 Registration:
http://tiny.cc/afrmar26

Participants interested in refugee education and regional social issues will enjoy this sharing πŸ“š

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❀️ SCORA Circle: An Up Close & Personal Conversation on HIV/AIDS

Curious to learn about HIV beyond textbooks and statistics?

Join SCORA for an intimate conversation with Mr Calvin Tan, a young person living with HIV since 2016, who courageously shares his lived experiences to raise awareness and advocate for change.

Calvin is actively involved in HIV/STI prevention and safer sex programmes within the MSM community, and provides counselling and support to newly diagnosed and existing persons living with HIV (PLHIV).

Through this session, you’ll hear first-hand about the realities, challenges, stigma, resilience, and advocacy surrounding HIV today, and have the opportunity to engage in open, thoughtful dialogue.

Come with an open mind, a curious heart, and your questions. This is a safe space to listen, learn, and connect. ❀️

πŸ“… Friday, 20 March 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
πŸ“ NUS MD6
πŸ”— Register here: http://tiny.cc/SCORA

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🎬 weALL SG Film Series: Purpose
A Wellbeing Economies Film

What does it mean to live with purpose β€” not just as individuals, but as a society?

Join Wellbeing Economy Alliance Singapore (WEAll SG) for the first Singapore screening of Purpose, a film that explores how our everyday choices connect to the future of our communities, economies, and planet.

The film follows individuals reimagining political and economic systems, shifting the focus from endless growth to shared flourishing and collective wellbeing.

After the screening, stay for a post-film dialogue as we reflect on the assumptions behind our current economic model and explore what a wellbeing-centred future could look like.

πŸ—“ Friday, 27 March 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
πŸ“ Agape Village, Level 3 Multi-Purpose Room
🎟 Limited seats available
πŸ”— Register here: http://tiny.cc/WeALLpurpose

Come watch, reflect, and be part of the conversation on what progress and shared success could mean for our society 🌱

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🌸International Women’s Day: Art, Activism & Connection

Join AWARE for a meaningful afternoon of art, reflection, and community as we celebrate International Women’s Day and the ongoing journey toward gender equality in Singapore. πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¬

This gathering brings together visual art, authentic storytelling, and creative connections, creating space to reflect on the resilience of the movement and the people who continue to carry it forward.

Expect a day of conversation, restoration, and creative expression, where activism meets art, and where we nurture the energy needed to keep building a more equal future together. 🎨🀝

πŸ“… Saturday, 28 March 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 5:30 PM
πŸ“ Proud Spaces
243 Alexandra Road #05-03, Singapore 159932

🎟 Tickets:
http://tiny.cc/awareIWD26

Participants are invited to come connect, create, and reflect together. ✨
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🌿 Forest School Singapore Open House: Kampung Garden Edition

Curious about learning with nature and community? Come experience the magic of the village and the forest with Forest School Singapore, the pioneer Forest School movement here in Singapore. 🌳

Step into a morning of connection, stories, and hands-on discovery as you explore how nature can nurture learning, resilience, and belonging🀩

πŸ”΄ 28 Mar 26, Saturday
πŸ”΅ 9.30am-12.30pm
πŸ—ΊοΈKampung Garden, Dairy Farm Nature Park
πŸ’΅$50

Sign up at: https://forestschoolsingapore.com/f-s-s-monthly-open-house-kampung-garden/

Come wander, listen, learn, and reconnect with nature together 🌱

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Letters to/from Grief with The Life Review

If you're carrying something unspoken, this month’s Life CafΓ© is for you. In this gentle, facilitated morning, you'll use guided reflection and Lego to give shape to your loss and then write a letter to your grief, or from it. It's a small, meaningful act that can shift how you hold what you've been through✨

πŸ”΄ 28 Mar 26, Saturday
πŸ”΅ 10.30am-12.30pm
πŸ—ΊοΈThe Foundry, 11 Prinsep Link S(187949)
πŸ’΅$28

Sign up at: https://thelifereview.org/community-events/letters-to-grief-workshop2

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Waste & Warming: Rescue our Foods to help rescue our Planet by Climate Fresk x MoNo Foods

Did you know that in 2024, Singapore generated approximately 750,000 tonnes of food waste?😱

Despite best efforts, only 18% of that food was recycled. When food is wasted, we don't just lose the meal; we lose all the water, land, and energy used to produce and transport itπŸ₯²

Join them for an immersive eco-literacy workshop where they connect the dots between your grocery list and global climate science🌎

πŸ”΄ 29 Apr 26, Wednesday
πŸ”΅ 7pm-10pm
πŸ—ΊοΈ Mono Food, Tekka Place Main Building, Basement 1, 2 Serangoon Rd S(218227)
πŸ’΅$15 (This fee will be converted into Store Credits at MoNo Foods, which you can utilise after the workshop on-site, to help rescue high quality snacks)

Sign up at: http://tiny.cc/ClimateFreskworkshop

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SPARK AGM 2026 :What I Wish My Parents Knew While Growing Up

This year's SPARK AGM brings together voices who have lived it, studied it, and supported families through it - sharing honest reflections on growing up with ADHD and navigating neurodiversity✨

Beyond the talks, hear what SPARK has been working on, what lies ahead and spend the afternoon connecting with others who truly understand the journey🀩

πŸ”΄ 18 Apr 26, Saturday
πŸ”΅ 1pm-5pm
πŸ—ΊοΈ The Foundry, The Anvil, 11 Prinsep Link, S(187949)
Singapore
πŸ’΅FOC

Sign up at: http://tiny.cc/SPARKAGM2026

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