CultureScope (Bicentennial edition)

Come and visit sites of rich history and culture such as the Sri Thendayuthapani Temple and the Thian Hock Keng Temple and understand our cultural and religious landscape though different lenses, by having first-hand conversations with community leaders and hosts.

Admission is free and lunch will be provided.

🔴17 Aug, Sat
🔵9:00 am - 4:00 pm
⚪️OnePeople.sg, 381 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh S(319758) | Nearest MRT: Braddell

👉Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2Kwwxee

About Onepeople.sg
OnePeople.sg was established in 1997 to promote racial harmony and spearhead programmes and initiatives to bring the different ethnic communities together.

#culture #heritage #religion

Deep Cut: The Art of Being Present

Living in a world mired by chaos, how can we cultivate greater peace and awareness in our personal attempt to contribute positively to the world?

Come and join poets Ow Yeong Wait Kit and Muzakkir Samat, as they discuss how poetry can offer insights about our interconnectedness with the world and nature.

🔴17 Aug, Sat
🔵4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
⚪️Littered with Books, 20 Duxton Road S(089486)

👉Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2MKvTwm

About Deep Cut
Deep Cut is a year-long series exploring both unconventional intersections in literature and the little-known sides to authors.
#poetry #mindfulness

[🙌 OPEN LOBANG]

The Obama Foundation Leaders: Asia Pacific Program

💡 Are you committed to advancing the common good in your community? Do you lead with integrity and make values-based decisions? This program might just be the one for you!

📣Calling all emerging leaders with diverse experiences and backgrounds!

🤝 Participate in a 1yr leadership development & civic engagement program that seeks to inspire, empower & connect with emerging leaders across AsiaPac.

REQUIREMENT
📌 Applicants have to be 24-40 years old

👉For more info & Sign ups: http://bit.ly/2Z2U0gJ
👉Application closes 15 Aug, Thurs at 6PM Eastern Time

#openlobang #leadership

The Birthday Book 2019: Book Launch + Afterparty

The Birthday Book is an annual publication that collects innovative & diverse ideas about Singapore from the past, present & future.

Come celebrate and engage with our contributors at the book launch of ‘Narratives Undiscovered & Underway’! See sneak previews of upcoming initiatives designed to encourage more participation in meaningful conversations such as Janus seminars & a hawker centre project.

Hope to see you there! 😁

🔴24 Aug, Sat
🔵2 - 5pm
⚪️Treetop @ *SCAPE, 2 Orchard Link, S237978

👉Sign up here http://bit.ly/2MRMYEM

The Birthday Book, managed by The Birthday Collective a NPO staffed by volunteers, is an annual publication for anyone who wants an intelligent and diverse view on Singapore

Biodiversity Crisis, Conservation Education & Community

Interested to know more about conservation biology, SE Asian ecology, evolution & ecotourism?

In this Lecture Series, join Professor Ramesh Boonratana (Mahidol University International College) as he speaks about global biodiversity crisis and the importance of education & conservation in modern times. Feel free to interact with experienced professionals during Q&A sessions!

🔴18 Aug, Sun
🔵1 - 3pm
⚪️Singapore Botanic Gardens, Function Hall, Lvl 1 Botany Centre (Tanglin Gate entrance)

👉Sign up at http://bit.ly/33kgI2V
👉Seats are limited, so register fast!

Organised by Jane Goodall Institute Singapore

#environment #sustainability #conservation

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Sun Ray Scheme: Building Leadership Capabilities in the Social Sector

Discuss the problems faced in providing social welfare from the sector perspective and learn about how the operations of Social Service Agencies (SSA) differ from that of the private, for-profit organisations. Get educated on the importance of developing human capital and the role of leadership in mitigating the challenges faced by the social sector today!

🔴20 Aug, Tues
🔵2:30 pm - 5:30 pm
⚪️Executive Media Theatre, Level 5, SMU Admin Building, S188065

👉Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2MWgmK9

#leadership #socialservice #ecosystem

Dialogues - Beyond The Polls with SG Narratives

'Beyond The Polls' facilitates a conversation about active citizenry and what it means to live in a country guided by citizens that are informed, educated, and concerned about representation.

In this practical workshop, we will demonstrate how group-think and tenets of individualism affect the dynamics of active citizenry.

🔴22 Aug, Thurs
🔵7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
⚪️ WeWork, 380 Jln Besar, S209000

👉Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2MWSC8D

#conversations #activecitizenry

How to Promote Diverse Hiring and Inclusive Leadership

WeWork is partnering with Catalyse Consulting, the corporate training and advisory arm of the AWARE, for a series of dialogues focusing on Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace.

Join us in this panel session to discuss how inclusive recruitment practices can help startups in the Singapore talent market and learn tips on nurturing an inclusive, diverse and high performing team!

🔴20 Aug, Tues
🔵6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
⚪️WeWork 8 Cross Street S048424

👉Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2MeNT2y

#workplace #diversity #inclusion

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Tribeless Conversations: Singapore X Mutual Works

Tribeless Conversations facilitates open & honest group conversations using Empathy Box cards.

Embark on a self-discovery journey where you reflect & connect in a safe space with a small group of participants. Listen, share & respond kindly to understand ourselves and the different perspectives of others.

🔴 24 Aug, Sat
🔴 28 Sep, Sat (Tribeless’ Bday!)
🔵7-10pm
⚪️Mutual Works, 193 Jln Besar, #02-01, S208883

💰TICKETS
$20 - Early Bird Pass (First 5 purchases)
$25 - Standard Pass
$36 - All-Access Pass (BOTH sessions)

👉Sign up here http://bit.ly/33D21bx

⚠️All profits are reinvested back into Tribeless’ local communities

Tribeless is a global movement and facilitation firm that creates safe spaces for people to express, connect and see the human first. We equip individuals and orgs with the ability to transform relationships through open, honest communication.

#empathy #reflect #connect

SG Humanitarian Youth Symposium ‘19

Want to join a global youth network of humanitarian advocates? Look no further!

Calling all youths aged between 15-25 who are interested to learn about humanitarian issues!

Engage in discussions covering topics on urban poverty, youth education & social inclusion. Be empowered to be a changemaker and network with the humanitarian community!

🔴24 Aug, Sat
🔵9am-2pm
⚪️Red Cross Campsite, 62 Jln Khairuddin, S457524

👉Sign up here http://bit.ly/2ZaGl2Q
👉Light refreshments are provided

Organised by Red Cross Singapore

#youth #humanitarian #redcross

Hawker Culture = Takeaway Culture? IS BACK AGAIN

How can we safeguard Singapore’s hawker culture while being sustainable?

Journey with us in this 2-part learning visit where we explore-

1. Chinatown Hawker Centre to understand cultural and behavioural factors of hawkers through activities

2. Unpackt, Singapore's first zero waste grocery store, to learn how it reduces waste

🔴 25 Aug, Sun
🔵 1pm-5pm
⚪️ Chinatown (details provided in confirmation email)

💰 Journey is priced at $5 each, non-refundable.

👉 Sign up here http://bit.ly/2TahtqV
⚠️ Places are limited & registration closes 23 Aug!

Green Nudge is a green startup that works to reduce environmental footprint by providing holistic green events solutions.

#environment #culture #youth

Sexual Assault First Responder Training

SACC’s First Responder Training helps familiarise participants with trauma reactions and symptoms to better contribute to a survivor’s well-being. In this workshop you will learn the role of being a first responder and provide support to survivors.

🔴 28 Aug, Wed
🔵 3 pm-7:30 pm
⚪️ 5 Dover Crescent #01-22 S(130005)

💰$10 (light refreshments will be provided)

👉 Sign up here: http://bit.ly/33MGpcD
⚠️ Limited to 60 slots only!

#aware #trauma #workshop

Note: For participants who are unable to pay the sign-up fee, please contact Yan Bing at saccintern@aware.org.sg to request a waiver. All proceeds go towards SACC and that the fee is non-refundable.

Workshop: Why intervene at all? by Lin Shiyun

In this workshop, Lin Shiyun will share her practice in community engagement and development projects, carried out in public spaces, as a constant search for answers to understand and reorganise social patterns. Through case studies, participants will attempt to unravel the purpose and examine various methods of creative intervention in communities, and question if such intervention is necessary at all.

🔴 24 Aug, Sat
🔵 3 pm-6 pm
⚪️ NTU Centre for Contemporary Art Malan Road, Gillman Barracks, Block 43 Singapore 109443

💰$12

👉 Sign up here: http://bit.ly/33Eg0hj

#community #intervention #workshop

Privilege & Response-Ability

Using various methods to unpack the conditions and effects of social privilege, we welcome you to this safe and brave space to share concerns, appreciate difference, and face uncomfortable truths about the unintended, discriminatory, or harmful effects of the privileges that may be accorded to us or not, without our choosing.

The session will be facilitated by Dr Edwin Ng, a cultural theorist and international commentator on mindfulness and social justice.

🔴 24 Aug, Sat
🔵 2 pm-4:30 pm
⚪️ A Good Space, NVPC, 6 Eu Tong Sen St, 04-88, S059817

👉 Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2MqGflM

#agoodspace #privilege #mindfulness #participatorydiscussion

Life Hack Series #3: Bodyfulness: In (Un)Conversation with Power

In this 2.5 hour session with seasoned yoga retreat leader and body movement practitioner Kathy Gabriel, we will learn to speak a new body language. Explore the hidden power narratives we have absorbed over time, see how the body shapes the way we view ourselves and how we show up in the world.

🔴 24 Aug, Sat
🔵 8am-10:30am
⚪️ Cricket field next to Chinese Garden MRT

💰$20

👉 Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2HeL2T4

Real World Campus is a platform by Bold A Work that would follow the lead of the learners, reignite the curiosities of many and bring learning to surprising places and uncover unexpected teachers.

#boldatwork #power #workshop

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