Archive for February, 2011

Offering My Breasts For Science

Wednesday, February 16th, 2011
Offering My Breasts For Science

Writer Jaclyn Chan describes her surreal and eye-opening stint as a Genital Teaching Associate. »

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AWARE’s response to the 2011 Budget

Saturday, February 19th, 2011
AWARE’s response to the 2011 Budget

AWARE welcomes the strong focus in the 2011 Budget on strengthening our society. We are heartened by the Minister’s assurance that steps will be taken to ensure an inclusive society. »

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Single in S’pore: “HDB system outdated”

Tuesday, February 1st, 2011
Single in S’pore: “HDB system outdated”

The current HDB regulation is an ineffective and outdated policy, says AWARE's Chew I-Jin. »

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Paternity leave should be made mandatory

Wednesday, February 9th, 2011
Paternity leave should be made mandatory

AWARE calls for mandatory paternity leave and more flexible maternity leave in landmark press conference. »

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Misogynist Airwaves

Tuesday, February 8th, 2011
Misogynist Airwaves

987 FM DJ makes comments objectifying women and reinforcing unhealthy attitudes towards beauty, but listener Nina Carlina’s complaint has been ignored. “Without accountability, communication is simply one-way transmission, limited in purpose, lacking response, guidance, or even known effect.” Denis McQuail, author of Media Accountability and Freedom of Publication. In the 21st Century, the mass... »

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AWARE on Razor TV

Thursday, February 10th, 2011

Reporting of AWARE's call for Mandatory Paternity Leave. »

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A Woman’s Perspective on The Budget

Thursday, February 17th, 2011
A Woman’s Perspective on The Budget

As the National Budget is released, AWARE calls for more and a higher quality of childcare and daycare centres, as well as meeting the needs of those caring for aged and dependent relatives. »

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AWARE is Recruiting Helpliners

Wednesday, February 23rd, 2011
AWARE is Recruiting Helpliners

This course is full. »

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Closed: Communications Executive

Tuesday, February 1st, 2011
Closed: Communications Executive

We are looking for a Communications Executive to be part of our professional team. »

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Wanted: Part Time Volunteer Manager

Tuesday, February 15th, 2011
Wanted: Part Time Volunteer Manager

Do you love working with volunteers and enjoy putting systems in place? Are you a WOMAN with a passion for ageing and women’s issues? Then join WINGS (Women’s Initiative for Ageing Successfully) WINGS is currently looking for a part time volunteer manager. 1 position 18 month contract with benefits · Responsible for implementing an... »

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