Cleaning Singapore

Description of Programme

In this compelling seminar, ""Cleaning Singapore"" we delve into Singapore's remarkable transformation from a third-world slum to a thriving, clean, and green city-state. Since its early days post-independence, Singapore faced monumental challenges in cleaning up its urban environment. The seminar explores how the government tackled these challenges, including the relocation of industries, displacement of farmers, rehousing of squatter settlements, and regulation of illegal street hawkers.

These efforts have paved the way for Singaporeans to enjoy one of the highest quality-of-life environments globally today. Recognized by UNESCO, Singapore’s hawker culture has been inscribed on the UNESCO List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, showcasing our commitment to preserving our cultural heritage amidst rapid urbanization.

Despite these achievements, the journey towards a cleaner Singapore continues. The seminar will highlight ongoing efforts and challenges in maintaining Singapore’s cleanliness and sustainability. Participants will gain insights into the role of our servicemen and the community in keeping Singapore clean and green, emphasizing the importance of collective responsibility and civic pride.

Mr Loh A.T. was the former DGEP and DyCEO of the National Environment Agency who served in many senior management positions throughout his years of service. He is one of the only 10 recipients of the Gold Medal to recognise their effort in cleaning up the Singapore River, a 10-year multi-agency challenge that has transformed life in Singapore 

Learning Objective / Total Defence Pillars

Social Defence 

Psychological Defence

Location(s)

In-Camp or over Zoom

Indoor 

Rating

Teamwork

Physical

Guided

Duration

2 hrs

Session Timings

Anytime between 9am and 5pm

Pricing (per participant)

$30.00

Min 25 Pax

Terms and Conditions

  1. Reservations are subject to availability and will be on a first-come-first-served basis. A booking/confirmation notice will be sent to the unit/department for acknowledgement once the space for the specific timing is confirmed.

  2. In the event that the unit/department cancels a booking less than 10 working days before the start date, or does not show up on the event date, a late cancellation fee will be incurred.

  3. In the event that participants arrive later than the scheduled time, the programme will still proceed according to scheduled itinerary and end at original scheduled time. There will be no ‘make up’.

  4. The programme owner reserves the right to make changes to the content, date and time of the programme, without the consent of the unit/department.

  5. Programme owner shall not be liable for claims resulting from injury or any loss of personal property to the participants, which may result due to their participation in the programme.

  6. The unit/department can submit a Fee Waiver Request Form for absentees who could not attend the NE programme on event day for compelling reasons (e.g. sick with MC, on compassionate leave, etc.) within 5 working days upon conducting the NE Activity. Fees will not be waived for absentees without compelling reasons.

  7. Units can request for one-time amendment to the booking (eg. change in number of participants, date and/or time of tour) at no cost incurred to the unit, when the amendment is made at least 10 working days before the event.

  8. Any amendment requested less than 10 working days is subject to availability. In the event that programme owner could not accede to the changes and the programme has to be cancelled, Cancellation Fees will apply.

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