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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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For most, home is a stable and safe sanctuary.

But for single-parent families, β€œhome” can be a journey through adversity and grief; a feat of hope and strength; and a long search for security and stability.


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Organised in conjunction with AWARE's #asinglelove campaign, A Place To Call Home (9 October to 4 November) is a photo essay exhibition where 5 storytellers from single-parent families will share their personal stories.

Come join us for the exhibition’s launch party to learn about the real experiences of single-parent families beyond bold statistics, academic narratives and media headlines!

πŸ”΄ Date: 13 Oct, Sat
πŸ”΅ Time: 12pm to 2pm
⚫ Venue: Intermission Bar @ The Projector
6001 Beach Road #05-00

Refreshments will be provided πŸ˜‹

Entry to the launch party is free and by RSVP only!

Register now at πŸ‘‰ http://bit.ly/2yidX3B

Contact Nabilah at media@aware.org.sg for any queries!
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Attention to all students in secondary schools, polytechnics, ITE or other pre-university institutions!

Passionate about creating solutions for social issues?

The global SAMSUNG Solve for Tomorrow is a competition seeking to empower students to ideate with technology for the community.

Your proposed idea should be centred around the following themes:
- Social Integration
- Active Aging
- Healthcare
- Environment

πŸ† Winning teams stand to win attractive prizes including Samsung products, seed grants, internships at Samsung Electronics Singapore and an all-expenses paid study trip to Korea.

Deadline for submissions has been extended to 21 October!

For more information, visit: http://bit.ly/2OGxKUn
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πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦We have one vision - to ignite the social passion in you. We seek to connect like-minded individuals to create a community of change-makers!

πŸ“±Follow us on Instagram to keep up with previous events you might have missed:
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✏️ If you'd like to contribute your learnings and reflections, slide into OPENJIO’s DMs to chat with us 😊

πŸ’¬ Have any events you’d like to share? Don’t bojio, pm @ameliaaalim / @siyunthesloth

❓For queries and feedback, pm @ameliaaalim / @siyunthesloth

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Hope you guys are doing well!😊

Today is World Mental Health day, and to spread awareness about the importance of mental health, we're dedicating a series of posts about it. :)

Remember, whatever you are going through, this too shall pass!πŸ€— Take deep breaths, nudge your friends, eat some good food☺

Thanks for following @openjio too, that means a lot to us! We're glad to have you guys here!πŸ™†

today
❀ GSC x OTR present Open Up a Little: Dinner for Mental Health Day
An evening to raise awareness and provide support for mental health in our local communities over good food and drinks.
Tickets priced @ $35, incl family-style sharing meal, 2 alcoholic drinks, night of healthy discussions & great company!
http://bit.ly/2E5acEG
11 oct
Naked Nights is an event and gathering that celebrates vulnerability!
http://bit.ly/2yqPoBH
20 – 21 oct
Festival For Good 2018
Weekend of shopping, experiential activities, workshops, talks, food and music.

Experience what social enterprises do at Asia’s largest celebration of social enterprises. Learn how you can be #partofthegood at the festival which brings together a large and diverse ecosystem of social enterprises, both local and regional.

Marina One (7 Straits View) | Follow updates here: http://bit.ly/FestivalForGood2018
Programme line-up here: http://bit.ly/FestivalForGoodLineup
[VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT]

πŸŽ‰ Festival For Good 2018
Asia’s largest celebration of social enterprises!

πŸ™‹Role: You will provide event support. You will work alongside social enterprises and take the lead in being advocates of the #partofthegood movement!

πŸ”΄ Date: 20 - 21 Oct (at least 1 day)
πŸ”΅ Time: 11am-7pm
⚫ Venue: Marina One (7 Straits View)
πŸ’°Allowance of $56/day with lunch provided.
❗Commitment: At least 1 full day. You are required to be present at 10am for pre-event briefing of duties.

πŸ“ž Contact Nicole @ 91902070 with your full name, contact number and date availability by Friday, 12 October!
LOOKING FOR AN AFFORDABLE CO-WORKING SPACE FOR YOUR SOCIAL ENTERPRISE?

The Social Collider offers you much more:
- Only $1 a day!
- Friendly community of changemakers
- Exclusive invites to selected events The Social Collider

Please pm @RussSoCo if you are interested!😊

More info at www.socialcollider.co
πŸ”Š CALL FOR PITCH DECKS!

If you're a social enterprise looking to expand your impact, talk to us! We want you!

Closing date for applications:
18 Oct, Thurs.

Pitching period:
Early November

Please pm @RussSoCo if you are interested!😊
πŸ”Š Passionate about social issues affecting the elderly? Looking for an opportunity to collaborate with changemakers and social sector leaders?

Come for SMU IMPACTHON: The 3rd Age Wellbeing! You will have the chance to connect with likeminded people and collaborate to create ​workable ​​solutions with an impact!

πŸ”΄ Date & Time: Sat 10 Nov 9am - Sun 11 Nov 7.30pm

πŸ”΅ Venue: SMU Administration Building Level 6, 81 Victoria Street Singapore 188065

πŸ—£ If you have an interesting project you would like to to share, you can apply for a complimentary booth space at the event!

For more information and to register, visit πŸ‘‰ http://bit.ly/2PAzITL.

πŸ“© Contact liencentre@smu.edu.sg if you ​​are keen ​​on ​​volunteering ​​for ​​this ​​event too😊
🌏 Interested to find out what is being done to enhance sustainability in Singapore and NUS?

Come find out from the exhibitors at NUS for Climate Action 2018 Environmental Roadshow!

It starts TODAY at UTown Plaza from 17 Oct - 18 Oct!

There are also FREE talks and a tour. Limited vacancies available!

For more information visit πŸ‘‰ nus.edu/2OxcVMd

To register for talks, visit πŸ‘‰ nus.edu/2CLqzVq