SINGAPORE – The road to university can be difficult for any student, but Mr Ng Jun Kang had to overcome daily challenges that others gave…
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Undaunted by Covid-19, parade celebrating people with disabilities goes virtual this year
SINGAPORE – For some, playing the piano well might be a difficult feat to accomplish. But Ms Siti Sakinah Zainal not only mastered the instrument…
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Generation Grit: Deaf but not defeated
SINGAPORE – At 22 years of age, V. Yuogan has had more than his fair share of personal tragedy. His mother died from complications due…
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New accreditation framework to promote hiring of those with disabilities
SINGAPORE – Businesses can now apply for a new accreditation framework meant to encourage them to be more inclusive and hire people with disabilities. The…
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Supporting employment of people with disabilities should be part of national policy: President Halimah
SINGAPORE – Supporting the employment of people with disabilities (PWD) should be made part of the national policy on jobs and not just something championed…
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Chef and teacher among those who share how they overcame hearing loss
Deaf since birth, Mr Ken Tan struggled to find work until he got a job washing dishes in a kitchen when he was 19. He…
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Job support for persons with disabilities to continue despite Covid-19 pandemic: Desmond Lee
SINGAPORE – Inclusive hiring may have taken a backseat for some employers during the current pandemic, making it harder for persons with disabilities who –…
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Singapore GE2020: Help given to persons with disabilities to enable them to vote independently, says ELD
SINGAPORE – Assistance will be given to people with disabilities to enable them to vote independently in the upcoming general election on Friday (July 10).…
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President's Challenge 2020 to focus on people with disabilities
SINGAPORE – An annual fund-raiser for the less fortunate, led by Singapore’s President, will focus on helping people with disabilities in 2020. President Halimah Yacob,…
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Paris driver in blind man road rage video charged with assault
PARIS (AFP) – A Paris motorist who was filmed nearly driving over a blind man at a pedestrian crossing and then punching his brother will…
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Singapore to get its first life skills centre for young adults with Down Syndrome
SINGAPORE – Singapore’s first training centre for young adults with Down Syndrome which will teach them to live independently will open next month. The Independent…
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A healthy 5-year-old boy was allegedly forced to use a wheelchair and feeding tube as his mom collected his disability checks, according to officials. Teresa…
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NCSS launches inclusive campaign with music video featuring people with disabilities
SINGAPORE – The National Council of Social Service (NCSS) launched its annual campaign to promote an inclusive society on Friday (Feb 22), with this year’s…
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New awards for people with disabilities launched by ESM Goh
SINGAPORE – A set of awards recognising people with disabilities who excel in fields such as sports, art and music was launched by Emeritus Senior…
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