Minority Ethnic Communities in Singapore Walking Tour

Description of Programme

The miracle of multiracial, multilingual, and multicultural Singapore is further reinforced through this tour, which highlights the diverse minority groups that continue to thrive and contribute meaningfully to the nation. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the rich tapestry of communities that make up Singapore’s unique social fabric. The tour delves into the histories, cultural practices, and significant contributions of various minority groups, including the Peranakans, Shia Muslims, Armenians, and Jews, each of which has played and continues to play an important role in shaping Singapore.

Throughout the “Minority Communities Walking Tour”, discussions will focus on the proactive measures taken to encourage racial harmony and integration in Singapore. Participants will learn about the policies and initiatives that have been implemented to promote inclusivity and prevent racial and religious conflicts. By the end of the tour, participants will have a greater appreciation for the rich cultural mosaic that defines Singapore. They will understand how each minority group has contributed to the nation’s development and how the preservation of their unique identities continues to enrich Singapore’s multicultural heritage.

Specific Learning Points

- Fragile Social Cohesion: Our social cohesion is fragile and hard-won, unlike the numerous examples of racial or religious conflicts seen in many countries.

- Challenges of Social Integration Policies: Policies promoting social integration are not always appreciated or understood, highlighting the complexities of fostering unity.

- Preservation of Cultural Distinctiveness: Many minority groups in Singapore strive to preserve aspects of their distinctiveness, contributing to the nation's overall diversity.

- Vigilance Against Divisive Behavior: We must remain vigilant against divisive behavior and sentiments that can fracture our social fabric.

Learning Objective / Total Defence Pillars

Social Defence 

Psychological Defence

Location(s)

Armenian Apostolic Church, Peranakan Museum, Al Burhani Mosque, CHIJMES, Cathedral of the Good Shepherd, Jews in Singapore museum  

Partial Indoor / Mostly Outdoor

Rating

Teamwork

Physical

Guided

Duration

2 hrs

Session Timings

Anytime between 9am and 5pm

Pricing (per participant)

$30.00 

Min 15 Pax

One way transport for 1 x 44-seater coach $130

No transport provided (to start point and from end point)

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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