Day 2

Breakout Room A) Is Singapore ready for the future- Inclusivity in Sports? [P4/P5: C6-24/25]

Many societies prioritise able-bodied norms and values, viewing disability as a deviation from the norm. This ableist mindset perpetuates stereotypes, misconceptions, and negative attitudes towards disabled people, leading to their exclusion from various aspects of society. For athletes with disabilities, the Paralympic Games is considered the pinnacle of sports competition. This platform allows these differently-abled athletes to showcase their talents to a global audience, challenging social norms about disability. With Singapore competing in the Paralympic Games since 1988 and a gradual increase in our athletes’ presence and success on a global stage, how can Singapore continue to use sports to promote a culture of inclusivity and create cohesive and resilient communities for the future? The breakout session will include a segment for the participants to try out 2 types of paralympics sports-Boccia and Blind Football. The hands-on segment will be helmed by 11 students from the year 4 service learning team, Project Olympism, to help their peers understand and appreciate Paralympic sports through the lens of a para athlete. 

Breakout Room B)  Is Singapore ready for the future- food security/food culture? [P2/P3: C6 - 22/23]

What will we do without our food? Singapore’s relationship with food goes beyond pragmatic concerns but also in terms of our history and cultural heritage. With global disruptions and constant economic shifts, how can Singapore continue to protect our food security while preventing the erosion of our food heritage? This session will explore the ways in which the Singapore government has tackled these challenges. Firstly, to strengthen the nation’s food security by adopting the strategy of import source diversification. Secondly, to protect Singapore’s food heritage by inscribing local hawker culture onto the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. However, are these measures enough or should more be done?

This breakout session will include food tasting of various kueh and puffs. Students will be asked to design their own kuih after tasting the food, followed by a series of interactive activities (such as designing postcards/pins/stickers/social media posts, etc.) to raise awareness on Singapore’s food culture and how to potentially make it more sustainable.

Breakout Room C) Is Singapore ready for the future- aging population? [B1/B2: C8-27/28]

By 2030 1 in 4 citizens will be aged 65 and above. An ageing society will totally change the way our society works, plays and lives. The higher healthcare costs and a shrinking workforce presents economic challenges that require long term public policy planning. Alongside government policies, ground-up ageing programs driven by communities or grassroots organisations also address some of the specific needs and challenges of our seniors. At this rapid rate of ageing, are we ready? Are there areas for improvement? In what way can we redesign age-friendly infrastructure, space and programs to meet the needs of older populations and to promote healthy ageing?

Breakout Room D) Is Singapore ready for the future- globalisation of culture? [B3/B4: C8-29/30]

In the dynamic landscape of globalization, the intersections between placemaking, culture, and national identity are more critical than ever. Cultural expressions, traditions, and practices are intertwined with the collective consciousness of nations, and these are potentially being eroded by cultural homogenization, commodification, and the erosion of traditional practices. What are these cultural traditions and expressions that make up Singapore, and how should we protect them from the threats of globalisation?