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COP25 Preview Workshop & Eco-Anxiety Panel Discussion

1⃣ Workshop
This Dec, COP25 could be the last chance to conclude negotiations on the Rulebook supporting the Paris Agreement. Come find out what's been agreed & what's left for discussion!

2⃣ Panel Discussion
Greta Thunberg's speech at the UN Climate Change Summit was a potent expression of eco-anxiety. Let's converse about how this affects future international climate policies!

πŸ”΄27 Oct, Sun
πŸ”΅1-5pm
βšͺ️Dungeon, The Red Box, 113 Somerset Road S238165

πŸ‘‰Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2MSYcHH

Organised by Energy Studies Institute, NUS together with Asia-Pacific Center for Environmental Law, NUS Law (APCEL)

#ecoanxiety #workshop
The Power of Youths For Social Change

β€œHow may we harness the energy & passion of youths for societal good in our region?”

In this segment, we explore this question with youths who are concerned about social issues & have ideas for change. Featuring panel speakers Cai Yinzhou (Citizen Adventures), Esna Ong (Hope & Trust), Jonathan Muk (ReadAble) & Cho Mingxiu (Campus PSY).

πŸ”΄26 Oct, Sat
πŸ”΅2-3.30pm
βšͺ️Far East Square, 28 China Street, #01-01, S049570

πŸ‘‰Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2J6JL1t

Organised by RADION International

#youth #paneldiscussion
From Crisis To Hope

How can we overcome crisis through Hope?

Come learn the proper responses to crises & suicide prevention! Hear real-life battles against mental health issues and join a panel discussion on suicide issues in SG.

Participate in Skills-based Workshops and Experiential Rooms to better help peers in need.

πŸ”΄26 Oct, Sat
πŸ”΅1.30-6pm
βšͺ️ECTA, 1 Kay Siang Road, #08-01, S248922

πŸ’°$30 each (Get 50% off with '50off' promo code)

πŸ‘‰Sign up here: http://bit.ly/32xkrcS
πŸ‘‰Minimum age of 18 years

Organised by H.O.P.E. Alliance, a social enterprise by a peer-led recovery community passionate about empowering people with mental health challenges

#suicide #mentalhealth #paneldiscussion
You(th) Care Mental Health Public Education

YOU(TH) CARE is a series of mental health talks meant to raise awareness of mental health conditions and what YOU can do about them. Featuring Human Libraries sharing their journeys!

πŸ”΄ 2 Nov, Sat
πŸ”΅ 3.30pm - 5.30pm
βšͺ️ Learning Hub @ Red Box Level 2, 113 Somerset Rd, S238165

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here http://bit.ly/345BCCH

Organized by PSALT Care

#mentalhealth #humanlibrary
Young NTUC Career Mentorship Programme

Graduated and looking for a job? Want to get ahead in your career journey but don’t know how? Join our Career Mentorship Programme and learn from industry professionals/volunteer career guides! Speak to industry professionals to find out how to get a head start in your job applications!

πŸ”΄ 7 Nov, Thurs
πŸ”΅ 7pm - 9.30pm
βšͺ️ NTUC Centre, 1 Marina Boulevard, S018989

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here http://bit.ly/32SKSde

Organized by Young NTUC

#mentorship #career
Writing for Change

Dr Yeo Wei Wei, a writer and educator, will be facilitating a workshop using creative writing as a form of self-communing and engagement with the world.

πŸ”΄ 2 Nov, Sat
πŸ”΅ 10.30am - 12.30pm
βšͺ️ NTU Centre for Contemporary Art, Block 43 Malan Road Singapore, 109443

πŸ’° $12

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here http://bit.ly/2WeYVXG

Organised by NTU Centre for Contemporary Art Singapore

#literature #creativewriting #workshop
Self Awareness Festival 2019

Choose from 5 different paths as a stepping stone towards a better you! Come expecting a day of change where you learn, interact and experience what it means to be self aware. Equip yourself with soft skills that will greatly prepare you for your future and be supported by ICF-coaches and be empowered to take action.

πŸ”΄ 2 Nov, Sat
πŸ”΅ 9am - 5pm
βšͺ️ SMU School Hall, SMU School of Law55 Armenian Street S179943

πŸ’° Students $20
General $70 (Get 50% off with promo code β€˜Pr3s3nt3rs’)

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here http://bit.ly/342EXCg

Organised by Growthbeans

#personaldevelopment #festival
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Introducing OpenJio #WeeklyBitesπŸͺ!
Every Friday, we'll share fresh insights in the social space.

πŸ“° THIS WEEK'S FEATURE
'Stop seeing people as problems. They're assets who build social capital' by Gerard Ee

More often than not, the way we view problems is the problem itself.

πŸ‘‰ Read here: bit.ly/OJWeeklyBites1
Migrant Worker Poetry Competition: 2019 Finals

The Migrant Worker Poetry Competition is back!

Come down to support the finals of the migrant worker poetry competition which seeks to celebrate & showcase the literary talents of migrant workers in Singapore! With a keynote address by Kamal Al-Solaylee.

πŸ”΄ 10 Nov, Sun
πŸ”΅ 4-6pm
βšͺ️ The Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre, Wild Rice @ Funan Mall, 107 North Bridge Rd, #04-08 S179105

πŸ‘‰ For more info: http://bit.ly/2Ndoc1F

Organized by Global Migrant Festival in collaboration with Singapore Writers Festival 2019

#poetry #migrantworkers
Candid Confessions

"That's racist!” β€œNo, that's not racist!"

What is racism? In this closed-door session, let's come together to talk about taboos and understand one another better. Start having honest & open conversations now!

πŸ”΄ 9 Nov, Sat
πŸ”΅ 9am-3pm
βšͺ️ SCAPEmedia Hub, 2 Orchard Link S237978

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2PJ0qMF
πŸ‘‰Open to ages 17-35, english-speaking

Organised by TRC Youth Wing

#race #conversations
It's Deepavali!

Have you celebrated Deepavali?

Join us where we learn how our Indian migrant brothers celebrate the Festival of Lights. Exciting line-up of activities awaits including lamp decorating, games, performances & yummy snacks! Grab a friend and join us!

πŸ”΄ 10 Nov, Sun
πŸ”΅ 1-5pm
βšͺ️ Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Ln S209924

πŸ’°$5/pax

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2oIODmt

Organised by Vaangae Anna - Come Brother & Migrant x Me

#migrantworkers #festival
Makan with Seniors

Looking for youths and seniors who are willing to break down stereotypes and gain new friendships! Come and share life wisdom and ideas whilst enjoying a delicious potluck lunch.

πŸ”΄ 9 Nov, Sat
πŸ”΅ 12-3pm
βšͺ️ NVPC, MPH 1&2, 6 Eu Tong Sen Street, #04-88 The Central S059817

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here: http://bit.ly/2WEUHsR

❗️ Bring along one portion of your favourite food to be shared!

Organised by Ageless Online

#intergenerational #participatorydiscussion
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Introducing OpenJio #WeeklyBitesπŸͺ!
Every Friday, we'll share fresh insights in the social space.

πŸ“° THIS WEEK'S FEATURE:
'Doing: The Work of Dreaming' by Teo You Yenn

Who are we, without our dreams? Yet dreaming isn't easy.

πŸ‘‰ Read here: bit.ly/OJWeeklyBites2new
Write Forum: A writing workshop by Constance Singam and Dana Lam

Join Constance Singam and Dana Lam, two long-time writers and women’s rights activists, as they equip you with the tools to write a persuasive letter that get your ideas across effectively, succinctly and powerfully. Don't miss out on this chance to learn from two leading lights in Singaporean civil society.

πŸ”΄ 16 Nov, Sat
πŸ”΅ 11 am – 2 pm
βšͺ️ Aware Centre, 5 Dover Crescent, #01-22, S130005

πŸ’° $10/pax

πŸ‘‰ Sign up here http://bit.ly/33zH3Kd

#writing #workshop

Organised by AWARE
Common Space: Series Two - Mental Health in Singapore

Meet people from different backgrounds, share your honest opinions and listen to personal stories about mental health in Singapore - both the good and the bad - in a respectful environment.​This is an opportunity for people to voice out their concerns about the systems that they go through and come up with ideas for change!

πŸ”΄ 16 Nov, Sat
πŸ”΅ 3 pm – 6 pm
βšͺ️ NUS Enterprise Hangar, 21 Heng Mui Keng Terrace, S119613

πŸ‘‰ Find out more here http://bit.ly/2rqTR7j

#mentalhealth #conversations

Organised by Illuminate SG
A Human Library of Sex Workers 2.0

This November, in collaboration with Stand Together Festival, come and listen to the inspiration and struggles of sex workers. Open your eyes to the realities of poverty and inequality in Singapore.

πŸ”΄ 16 Nov, Sat
πŸ”΅ 3 pm – 5 pm
βšͺ️ The Moon, 38 Mosque St, S059516

πŸ‘‰ Find out more here http://bit.ly/34OnaiQ

#humanlibrary #sexworkers

Organised by Project X
Ghost Call

A call with no one on the other line. With technology making it so easy for humans to connect, what does it mean when that connection is broken?

πŸ”΄ 21 Nov, Thurs - 22 Nov, Fri
πŸ”΅ 7 pm – 8.30 pm
βšͺ️ Goodman Arts Centre, Block O, Multi-Purpose Studio 1 & 2, 90 Goodman Road, S439053

πŸ‘‰ Find out more here http://bit.ly/2K8nWz2

❗️Sign up by 18 November!

#performance #mentalhealth

Organised by NYC x RAW Moves