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09:45
Doors Open
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10:00-10:15
Singapore Youth Forum 2024 Launch
A welcome introduction to the Singapore Youth Forum, includes how it originated and the hopes for the future. Additionally there will be keynote speakers to kick off the discussions.
10:15-11:00
Harnessing AI
The panel will explore AI's impact on industries, workforce skills, and ethical concerns while examining future trends and opportunities.
AI’s influence on healthcare, education, and business
Ethical issues: bias, privacy, and job displacement
Future trends and entrepreneurial opportunities
Speakers:
Dragana Breara- Head of APAC at Google
Weisheng Lee- Practice Manager & Principal, Advisory- ASEAN at AWS Professional Services, Digital Transformation Strategy, ex-Google
Aman Narain- Global digital banking and fintech leader, recently HSBC and previously at Google Pay
Sergio Hernandez-Marin- Associate Professor Data Science, NUS
Learn more here.
11:15-12:00
Future of Medicine
The panel will explore the impact of emerging technologies like AI, robotics, and genomics on the future of healthcare, focusing on innovation and ethical concerns.
Technologies like gene editing, telemedicine, and personalized medicine are reshaping healthcare.
Ethical dilemmas arise from balancing innovation with equitable access to care.
AI and robotics are transforming patient care, raising questions about preserving human connection and the ethical role of big tech in health.
Speakers:
Priya Deepak- CFO and Business Development, Asia Novartis Pharmaceuticals Singapore
Professor Brian Earp- Associate Professor and Director, Oxford-NUS Centre for Neuroethics & Society
Sebastian Maurer-Stroh- Executive Director at Bioinformatics Institute, A*STAR
Dr Menka Gupta- first Institute for Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner in Singapore, founder of Nutranourish
Learn more here.
12:00-13:00
Networking Lunch
13:00-13:45
Digital Wellness for Youth
The panel will discuss the impact of social media on youth mental health, focusing on platform responsibilities, online safety, and healthy technology use.
Collaboration between schools, parents, and platforms is needed to prevent online harassment and promote digital literacy.
Social media influences youth mental health through issues like FOMO, digital anxiety, and identity pressure.
Emerging technologies like VR and AR raise concerns about safety and the need for balanced screen-time habits.
Speakers:
Dr Yuhyun Park- Founder of the DQ Institute and HumanX, a world-leading expert in digital skills
Professor May Lwin- President's Chair Professor of Communication Studies, NTU University
Dr. Philip McRae- Canadian educator, scholar, and Adjunct Professor at the University of Alberta
Katie Choynowska- Youth Representative for the Digital Wellness Lab, Boston Children's Hospital
Learn more here.
14:00-14:45
Energy Transition for Climate Resilience
The panel will explore how interdisciplinary cooperation can drive a sustainable energy transition to address climate change and ensure global equity.
Collaboration across fields is essential to advancing clean energy solutions and building climate-resilient infrastructure.
Policies must ensure an equitable energy transition that addresses climate change without compromising global economic growth.
Innovation, strong policy frameworks, and youth activism are key to accelerating the shift towards sustainable energy to combat climate change.
Speakers:
Jason Pomeroy- Architect, author and founder of Pomery Studios, Cambridge University Professor
Varad Pande- Climate, Sustainability, Social Impact | Partner@BCG | ex-Ministerial Advisor
Zhuo Cheng- Carbon Finance Specialist, World Bank
Sunil Veetil, Managing Director, Asia Pacific Head of Sustainability - HSBC Commercial Banking
Celine Schulze- Co-founder Narwhale Ventures, Singapore Chapter Lead of Women in Carbon
Learn more here.
15:00-16:00
Shaping Young Leaders Workshop
The panel will teach students about the evolving definition of youth leadership, focusing on overcoming challenges and leveraging global collaboration.
Students will learn how digital platforms amplify youth voices and create leadership opportunities despite barriers.
Speakers will highlight the importance of youth leadership in tackling global challenges.
The discussion will provide strategies for balancing leadership responsibilities with personal growth and collaborating internationally.
Speakers:
Asif Saleem- Chief Digital Officer, Google
Lumin Hew- Founder of Fashion Parade, passionate advocate for sustainable fashion
Dr. Philip McRae- Canadian educator, scholar, and Adjunct Professor at the University of Alberta
Learn more here.
16:00-16:20
Singapore Youth Forum 2024 Closing
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