Archive for February, 2011

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

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. »

The current HDB regulation is an ineffective and outdated policy, says AWARE's Chew I-Jin.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

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

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... »

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

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. »

This course is full. »

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

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... »