Let's Table It by gov.sg

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Let’s Table It is gov.sg's podcast series that explores the issues shaping Singapore and what they mean for everyday Singaporeans. Through open conversations with policymakers and experts, we explore different perspectives and offer a glimpse into the challenges and decisions behind Government policies and initiatives that matter.

Episodes

  1. Oct 27 ·  Video

    Will my child with disability be okay without me? | Let’s Table It Ep 5

    Leaving school. Finding a job. Becoming more independent. These are important milestones in growing up. But what does the journey into adulthood look like for persons with disabilities and their caregivers? What challenges lie ahead and what support is available to help them plan for the future? In this episode of Let’s Table It, Senior Minister of State for Social and Family Development, Mr Goh Pei Ming, who heads the Taskforce on Assurance for Families with Persons with Disabilities, and Ms Li Shu Yun, caregiver and mum to Allan Cai, an adult with Down Syndrome, join us to discuss what it takes for persons with disabilities to lead fulfilling and meaningful lives. We tackle questions around: What happens at the “post-18 cliff” when persons with disabilities leave school?How can they be better supported to find and stay in meaningful employment?What support is available for those with higher support needs who may not take up employment?How can future care planning give families greater assurance?What can all of us do to build a more inclusive Singapore? From navigating life after school to planning for the future, we explore how families, employers and the wider community can play a part in helping persons with disabilities lead fulfilling lives. Tune in to find out what it takes to build a more inclusive Singapore where everyone can thrive.  #govsgLetsTableIt -- 00:01:11 - Meet Allan, an adult with Down Syndrome 00:03:43 - The post-18 cliff: What happens after school? 00:07:26 - Allan’s experience with finding a job 00:10:27  - Helping persons with disabilities find and sustain employment 00:14:55 - Support for community living 00:16:36 - What happens to persons with disabilities when their caregivers are no longer around?  00:20:07 - “More care, less stare”: How can we be more inclusive?  00:22:06 - Allan's surprise letter

    Will my child with disability be okay without me? | Let’s Table It Ep 5
  2. Oct 13 ·  Video

    Is Success More Than Grades? | Let’s Table It Ep 4

    Good grades. The “right” school. A good career. Is this still the formula for success in Singapore? As parents, we all want the best for our children. But in a world where AI is changing the way we learn and work, how do we prepare our children so they can thrive in life? In this episode of Let’s Table It, Ms Liew Wei Li, Director-General of Education at Ministry of Education and Prab Nathan, parent and former teacher-turned influencer, join us to explore what success really means for our children, the pressures facing parents and students, and how we can rethink success with our children, so every child can find their own path. We tackle some questions that many Singaporean parents are asking: Is every school really a good school? Have our policy shifts really helped to alleviate pressure? How can we nurture our child’s strengths and interests, while keeping up with academic expectations? With AI changing how we learn, which skills will matter most? Why is learning to deal with setbacks as important as achieving success?  From navigating parental expectations to helping children build resilience, we look at how parents and educators can work together so our children can thrive – in school and beyond.  #govsgLetsTableIt -- 00:00:00 - Introduction 00:05:38 - Is every school really a good school? 00:11:38 - Have our policy shifts really helped to alleviate pressure? 00:19:19 - How can we nurture our child’s strengths and interests, while keeping up with academic expectations? 00:23:16 - With AI changing how we learn, which skills will matter most? 00:28:37 - Why is learning to deal with setbacks as important as achieving success?

    Is Success More Than Grades? | Let’s Table It Ep 4

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Let’s Table It is gov.sg's podcast series that explores the issues shaping Singapore and what they mean for everyday Singaporeans. Through open conversations with policymakers and experts, we explore different perspectives and offer a glimpse into the challenges and decisions behind Government policies and initiatives that matter.

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