Description of Programme

The racial riots of 1960s Singapore are a thing of the past, and Singapore is a wonderful example of racial harmony today. Or is it? What are the tensions and potential fault-lines lying beneath the surface? 

This physical seminar will allow participants to gain a greater understanding and appreciation of Singapore’s multi-racial landscape. Through a survey of Singapore’s history, they will learn how Singapore’s multi-racial landscape came to be. 

The session will be interactive and participatory – there will be immersive group activities, with a mix of PowerPoint slides and videos, and interactive elements such as Kahoot quizzes, Mentimeter, and moderated sharing sessions.

Through these activities, participants will be made aware of the innate and underlying prejudices one may have about different races, and understand the sources of interracial tensions and the importance of handling these with tact and sensitivity. They will learn about the dangers of digital platforms, and how one can guard against these threats. 

After the seminar, participants will learn about the importance of unity in diversity, and the dynamics of interracial tensions and unity in Singapore. This seminar is a must for all who call diverse Singapore their home. 

Learning Objective / Total Defence Pillars

1. Total Defence (Psychological, Social, Digital) 

2. Gain a greater understanding and appreciation of Singapore’s multi-racial landscape 

3. Understand the sources of interracial tensions and the importance of handling these with tact and sensitivity 

Location(s)

In Camp or Rise of Asia Auditorium  

Indoor (Fully)

Rating

Duration

3 hrs

Session Timings

Session 1: 0900 - 1200hrs

Session 2: 1400 - 1700hrs

Pricing (per participant)

Min 50 pax

50 - 100 pax: $20

101 - 500pax: $18

Terms and Conditions

Amendments

 a. The units will be allowed to make a one-time amendment to their booking, to be communicated in writing at least ten working days before the conduct of the NE Activity. 

 b. If the units submit an amendment to their booking less than ten working days before the conduct of the NE Activity, they will be charged an amendment fee. 

 Absentees

 a. The full amount will be charged per participant who is absent from the NE Activity without any valid reason. 

 b. The charges will be waived in full for absent participants with a valid reason, subject to a maximum of 10 per cent of the agreed number of participants. 

 c. The following valid reasons for absenteeism are: 

 c.i. Submit a valid medical certificate or relevant medical documentation, or 

 c.ii. Furnish certain compelling reasons which are unrelated to work commitments, such as compassionate leave

 d. Relevant documentation must be provided within 5 working days of the completion of the NE Activity. 

 Cancellation

 a. In the event that units request cancellation of confirmed NE Activities, cancellation charges may be imposed on these units, if a cancellation notice is not received (in writing) at least 10 working days prior to the confirmed date of the Activity. The cancellation charges will be as follows: