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English Teacher Volunteer at HOME Academy

9/30/2015

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Living and working in a foreign land could be tough at times. You have to adjust to a completely new environment and struggle to find a life outside of work.

How about volunteering for a cause?

Carla Gomez, an English teacher from the Philippines, has found a way to spend her Sunday afternoons by volunteering for HOME.

Although she had a full time day job, Carla made efforts to find time volunteering for a number of organisations which support her beliefs. Apart from HOME, she also volunteered for Playeum and The Everyday Revolution.

Carla chose to volunteer for HOME primarily because HOME matches her advocacy for women empowerment. She was fortunate enough to find a volunteer position and an organisation who holds the same vision as her - women empowerment through education.

Carla knew that learning a second language may be a daunting task for the ladies at HOME Academy. She made them feel comfortable and at ease throughout their lessons by “preparing fun and exciting lessons that would enhance the listening, speaking, reading and writing skills of foreign domestic workers.”

Being an English teacher at HOME Academy was not just about serious drilling lessons. Carla and her fellow volunteers encouraged the participants to talk about their dreams and aspirations. She shared that, “These women were sharing why they are working as foreign domestic workers and what career they would have wanted for themselves. It was at that moment when I realized that these women will be learning from me, but I definitely will be learning more from them.”

Volunteering could be a lot of hard work especially when you already have a full-time job. This could be a chance not just for you to give back, but to gain something from the experience as well.  

“It's a great way to meet new people, learn their stories and get to do a good deed while you're at it.”
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HOME is non profit organization aiming to educate the community about the injustices of human trafficking. HOME helps out human trafficking victims and works for the well-being, justice and empowerment of migrant workers in Singapore.


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Celebrating International Day of Peace 2015

9/25/2015

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The United Nations' (UN) International Day of Peace is celebrated on September 21 each year to recognize the efforts of those who have worked hard to end conflict and promote peace both within and among all nations and peoples.

The theme for this year is “Partnerships for Peace – Dignity for All” which aims to highlight the importance of all segments of society to work together to strive for peace. 
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"Over the next 100 days, let us stand with the millions of people across the world who are suffering the devastating impact of violence and conflict. Let us share ideas and plans for helping and supporting them in their time of dire need." 

UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon

The Peace One Day Story 

In 1999, Jeremy Gilley founded a non-profit organisation, Peace One Day,  to institutionalise this day. 
In 2001 Peace One Day’s efforts were rewarded when the member states of the United Nations unanimously adopted the first ever annual day of global ceasefire and non-violence on 21 September – Peace Day.

Follow the journey with this two minute video: 


What to do in Singapore?

Join Singapore Committee for UN Women for a talk with the inspiring Patricia Mouamar from World Vision Lebanon. Come hear about her experiences and the stories of women and girls working towards peace in the midst of violence and turmoil.
More info here. 

And around the world

Hundreds of organizations are hosting marches, musical celebrations, & meditations around the world. Find an event near you following this link.
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I Love Children Baby Pageant 2015

9/1/2015

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Parents and baby finalists are required to be present at the I Love Children’s 10th Anniversary Roadshow at United Square shopping mall on either 24 and/or 25 October 2015 for the Finals and Prize Presentation ceremony.

Photo submission period
21 August to 14 September 2015, 11.59pm

Join the contest now and send in your photo here. 
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