Just 5 months ago, OpenJio was created by a group of youths who wanted to ignite the passion for social issues.
πIn the first week of 2019, we have finally reached 1000 subscribers! π
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much for following us @openjio and joining our community of people who care, and want to make a change. It has been exciting to meet some of you in the events we blasted too! π
Weβre still working on our future plans, but in the mean time, if you have any feedback and suggestions, do DM us at our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/openjio/
β€οΈ Lastly, continue to Stay OPEN & JIO your friends!
Much gratitude,
#teamopenjio
πIn the first week of 2019, we have finally reached 1000 subscribers! π
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much for following us @openjio and joining our community of people who care, and want to make a change. It has been exciting to meet some of you in the events we blasted too! π
Weβre still working on our future plans, but in the mean time, if you have any feedback and suggestions, do DM us at our instagram: https://www.instagram.com/openjio/
β€οΈ Lastly, continue to Stay OPEN & JIO your friends!
Much gratitude,
#teamopenjio
StrengthsFind your Ikigai (ηγη²ζ): Reinventing your Life
You may be seeking a job, starting your new career or what you're working on daily no longer resonates with your heart.
If you feel as such, this starterclass may help you. Organised by GUILD (Ground-Up Innovation Labs for Development), the session has been curated by those who have reinvented themselves, made career changes, built multi-disciplinary teams and effectively impacted talents overseas using Strengths-based culture and philosophy.
Your next act in life starts now!
π΅ 15 Jan, Tues
π΄ 730pm - 1000pm
βͺ Block 71 #02-01 (near one-north MRT)
π SPECIAL RATE for #OpenJio subscribers! Key in promo code 'OPENJIO' before you checkout π
Sign up now: http://bit.ly/StrengthsIkigai
You may be seeking a job, starting your new career or what you're working on daily no longer resonates with your heart.
If you feel as such, this starterclass may help you. Organised by GUILD (Ground-Up Innovation Labs for Development), the session has been curated by those who have reinvented themselves, made career changes, built multi-disciplinary teams and effectively impacted talents overseas using Strengths-based culture and philosophy.
Your next act in life starts now!
π΅ 15 Jan, Tues
π΄ 730pm - 1000pm
βͺ Block 71 #02-01 (near one-north MRT)
π SPECIAL RATE for #OpenJio subscribers! Key in promo code 'OPENJIO' before you checkout π
Sign up now: http://bit.ly/StrengthsIkigai
What exactly is Happiness? Is it an elusive idea, or is it something that you can choose to experience?
Join us for in this two hour experience where we will share a little about the science and research behind happiness π€
What we will cover:
1) Misconceptions about Happiness
2) What actually makes us happy
3) Choices we can make to be happier
π΅ 19 Jan, Sat
π΄ 3pm - 5pm
βͺ National Youth Council
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2MblRSG
Join us for in this two hour experience where we will share a little about the science and research behind happiness π€
What we will cover:
1) Misconceptions about Happiness
2) What actually makes us happy
3) Choices we can make to be happier
π΅ 19 Jan, Sat
π΄ 3pm - 5pm
βͺ National Youth Council
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2MblRSG
Organized by NUSSU Global Relations Unit, this edition of the Global Conversation, βFuture of Our Jobsβ intends to discuss the changing nature of work and jobs due to the advancements in technology and other changes and how we can adapt and prepare ourselves for these changes.
OPEN TO PUBLIC! Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2Mhpkzs
OPEN TO PUBLIC! Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2Mhpkzs
Have you ever thought about WHY people will want to start a social enterprise and HOW they do so?
SUTD Rotaract club is having a Social Entrepreneurship talk, with 3 speakers who have invested their time into kickstarting very exciting social enterprises!
Join us on this very special day to hear more about their journeys in Yonah, Jaga-me, and WateROAM π
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2Min0b8
SUTD Rotaract club is having a Social Entrepreneurship talk, with 3 speakers who have invested their time into kickstarting very exciting social enterprises!
Join us on this very special day to hear more about their journeys in Yonah, Jaga-me, and WateROAM π
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2Min0b8
Application Deadline: 25 Jan 2019 (for Singaporean students)
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2T6w0D0
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2T6w0D0
The Sakif & Stephen Show: Conversation with our Migrant Brothers
You see them building our blocks and roads, keeping our neighbourhood clean - but have you ever had the chance to speak with them? Come join us for an evening of casual conversations with our migrant brothers over some great Bengali food. Ask them about their home, food and culture while sharing with them about your own life!
Event is FOC but you can pay as you wish to help cover the food charge π€
π΅ 27 Jan, Sun
π΄ 7pm - 9pm
βͺ Khana Basmati Restaurent 90/92 Desker Road, Singapore 209614
For more information about The Sakif & Stephen Show, a podcast show based in Singapore, visit: http://bit.ly/2S0etiz
You see them building our blocks and roads, keeping our neighbourhood clean - but have you ever had the chance to speak with them? Come join us for an evening of casual conversations with our migrant brothers over some great Bengali food. Ask them about their home, food and culture while sharing with them about your own life!
Event is FOC but you can pay as you wish to help cover the food charge π€
π΅ 27 Jan, Sun
π΄ 7pm - 9pm
βͺ Khana Basmati Restaurent 90/92 Desker Road, Singapore 209614
For more information about The Sakif & Stephen Show, a podcast show based in Singapore, visit: http://bit.ly/2S0etiz
Keen to meet with like-minded youths and explore ways to be part of the national youth movement to do good?
Keen to learn more about exciting volunteer opportunities across a range of causes?
Come and chill out with your fellow friends and learn from one another about the causes that you feel for:
Eldercare | Children, Youth and Family | Special Needs | Environment
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2U82gpk
Keen to learn more about exciting volunteer opportunities across a range of causes?
Come and chill out with your fellow friends and learn from one another about the causes that you feel for:
Eldercare | Children, Youth and Family | Special Needs | Environment
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2U82gpk
Last year, A Good Space wrote an article on the Internet, wanting to give away 5 x $1,000 (no strings attached) grants to 5 changemakers with a burning desire to start projects with positive social impact.
41 applications from people of all walks of life were received, with innovative ideas for a variety of communities and diverse social issues, including: sexual assault, children and youth, seniors, marine biodiversity, couples facing infertility and much more.
Come for this public showcase to meet the passionate changemakers and hear their stories, and explore volunteer opportunities on how you can play a part in creating positive social change in Singapore!
Hear the 41 applicants pitch for the 5 x $1,000 grants on offer!
π΅2 Feb, Sat
π΄1pm-6pm
βͺ NVPC
For more information and to sign-up, visit: http://bit.ly/2UdDIv3
41 applications from people of all walks of life were received, with innovative ideas for a variety of communities and diverse social issues, including: sexual assault, children and youth, seniors, marine biodiversity, couples facing infertility and much more.
Come for this public showcase to meet the passionate changemakers and hear their stories, and explore volunteer opportunities on how you can play a part in creating positive social change in Singapore!
Hear the 41 applicants pitch for the 5 x $1,000 grants on offer!
π΅2 Feb, Sat
π΄1pm-6pm
βͺ NVPC
For more information and to sign-up, visit: http://bit.ly/2UdDIv3
How would you use technology to solve an existing problem in the community?
Join us in the Innobit Challenge 2019 to ideate, build and challenge yourself!
Each particiating team will receive a set of micro:bit and materials worth SGD 80. They are required to think of a technology solution to a problem that could involve the use of micro:bit.
Registration deadline is till 31st January 2019! Attractive prizes to be won!
For queries, please dm Leng Kee CC Youth Club on FB!
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2UfC4sS
Join us in the Innobit Challenge 2019 to ideate, build and challenge yourself!
Each particiating team will receive a set of micro:bit and materials worth SGD 80. They are required to think of a technology solution to a problem that could involve the use of micro:bit.
Registration deadline is till 31st January 2019! Attractive prizes to be won!
For queries, please dm Leng Kee CC Youth Club on FB!
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2UfC4sS
Interested in starting out in a niche industry, but unsure of your next steps? Or are you just plain curious to find out how these entrepreneurs made their mark in their own niche?
Sign up hereπ: bit.ly/2sPn1ug
Sign up hereπ: bit.ly/2sPn1ug
Have you always been curious to find out how others practise their faiths, but nervous about what others might think or say? Are you keen to hear from someone about their intimate thoughts, challenges and hopes about their faith?
Come join us for a honest interfaith sharing, where you can ask our panellists any questions concerning faith (respectfully of course), as they share their stories!
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2Rp8Ztp
Roses of Peace (ROP) is a ground up, youth-driven initiative that seeks to bridge the gap in interfaith discourse by connecting faith, service and diversity to empower youth to be change leaders and peace ambassadors.
To find out more about ROP, visit: https://www.rosesofpeace.com/
#interfaith
Come join us for a honest interfaith sharing, where you can ask our panellists any questions concerning faith (respectfully of course), as they share their stories!
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2Rp8Ztp
Roses of Peace (ROP) is a ground up, youth-driven initiative that seeks to bridge the gap in interfaith discourse by connecting faith, service and diversity to empower youth to be change leaders and peace ambassadors.
To find out more about ROP, visit: https://www.rosesofpeace.com/
#interfaith
The (R)Evolution of Inclusivity in Education
In 2019, the Compulsory Education Act will be extended to include children with moderate to severe special needs. How ready are we? How can we better prepare and support educators, parents, students, and other stakeholders?
Organised by the Singapore Drama Educators Association in partnership with The Finger Players, join us for a panel discussion as we explore current and future challenges, through the lens of accessibility, inclusivity, and mindset changes.
The panel will be conducted in English with live note-taking and sign language interpretation.
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2B55ra7
#PWDs #education
In 2019, the Compulsory Education Act will be extended to include children with moderate to severe special needs. How ready are we? How can we better prepare and support educators, parents, students, and other stakeholders?
Organised by the Singapore Drama Educators Association in partnership with The Finger Players, join us for a panel discussion as we explore current and future challenges, through the lens of accessibility, inclusivity, and mindset changes.
The panel will be conducted in English with live note-taking and sign language interpretation.
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2B55ra7
#PWDs #education
Interested in finding out about the different private and public sector jobs related to Sustainability? Want to learn how to best to position yourself to make an impact in it?
Come join us for Discover: Sustainability, where you will have the opportunity to speak to young professionals from organisations like the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources (MEWR), DBS, and Energy Studies Institute, National University of Singapore! You will also get to learn more about the initiatives underway in the field.
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2HGh0ui
#environment #sustainability
Come join us for Discover: Sustainability, where you will have the opportunity to speak to young professionals from organisations like the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources (MEWR), DBS, and Energy Studies Institute, National University of Singapore! You will also get to learn more about the initiatives underway in the field.
Sign-up here ππ»: http://bit.ly/2HGh0ui
#environment #sustainability
The annual Future Women Leader's Forum (FWLF) is back!
Targeting female final year students and fresh graduates (1-2 years out of school), the forum focuses on the transition from tertiary education to the workplace.
This is organised by Young Women's Leadership Connection (YWLC), a leading platform which focuses on mentorship, leadership, community engagement and networking to nurture and support young women leaders in their journey to fulfill their aspirations in their career and personal life.
YWLC will be partnering with Google to bring you an exclusive event which includes:
β’ A keynote speech from a Women@Google leader
β’ An interactive workshop conducted by Google trainers
β’ A networking session.
Sign-up hereππ»: http://bit.ly/2DHrfe0
Participants will be selected on a rolling basis and deadline for registration is on 7th February.
Kindly contact recruitment@ywlc.org.sg for any queries π
#leadership #forum #women
Targeting female final year students and fresh graduates (1-2 years out of school), the forum focuses on the transition from tertiary education to the workplace.
This is organised by Young Women's Leadership Connection (YWLC), a leading platform which focuses on mentorship, leadership, community engagement and networking to nurture and support young women leaders in their journey to fulfill their aspirations in their career and personal life.
YWLC will be partnering with Google to bring you an exclusive event which includes:
β’ A keynote speech from a Women@Google leader
β’ An interactive workshop conducted by Google trainers
β’ A networking session.
Sign-up hereππ»: http://bit.ly/2DHrfe0
Participants will be selected on a rolling basis and deadline for registration is on 7th February.
Kindly contact recruitment@ywlc.org.sg for any queries π
#leadership #forum #women