From 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, to 10 December, Human Rights Day, #16Days of Activism is a time to galvanise action to end violence against women and girls around the world.

For far too long, impunity, silence and stigma have allowed violence against women to escalate to pandemic proportions—one in three women worldwide experience gender-based violence.

The time for change is here and now. ​

The infamous "plasma economy" of the 1980s and 1990s orphaned thousands of children in China. Against all odds, Hong Kong-born investment banker Chung To founded the Chi Heng Foundation ("wisdom in action" in Chinese) in 1998, and subsequently gave up his career to work full-time at the nonprofit.

For the past 20 years, Chung has worked tirelessly in Central China for children whose parents have died of or are dying of HIV/AIDS via unsanitary blood trade. He has also raised significant public awareness of AIDS through exhibitions, media campaigns, and talks.

Today, Chi Heng Foundation sponsors 9,000 children in education and care, and cumulatively, over 20,000 children across twelve provinces in China. Chi Heng's programme has garnered the support of former President Bill Clinton, Yao Ming, and several organizations such as UNESCO, The Global Fund, The Asia Foundation, and The Clinton Foundation.

Deemed as a best practice model of its kind, the programme has become the largest non-governmental effort aimed at helping children impacted by AIDS in China (www.chfaidsorphans.com).

At the Singapore Red Cross' upcoming Humanitarian Lecture, be inspired by Chung To's life mission in developing a systematic and sustainable humanitarian programme for vulnerable children, whilst leveraging innovative and pragmatic approaches and navigating challenges and political sensitivity.
 
About the Singapore Red Cross Humanitarian Lecture Series
The Humanitarian Lecture Series was conceived to promote public interest and understanding of humanitarian issues, locally and abroad. The lectures were c o-develo ped by the Singapore Red Cross and its partners, as part of the enduring efforts of the Singapore Red Cross in humanitarian diplomacy.

Please register your interest by 30 November 2018 using the link or QR code: https://goo.gl/forms/5ALpObQ5QrKwb9AB3

Come and join us at our annual Charity Concert, 3 Nov 2018, 8pm at the School of the Arts (SOTA). Sentiments of the Heart tells the story of two generations living in the early days of Singapore. It is a story of friendship, family and relationships tiding through challenges. Get your tickets here. See you!

Date: 21st September 2018
Time: 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Location: Capella Hotel, Singapore

Date: September 16, 2018
Time: 5.30 - 9.30 PM
Location: S.E.A. Aquarium Sentosa

About Shan You
Shan You is a non-profit social service organisation set up in 1995 to provide professional counselling and social care services based on the guiding values of compassion, mindfulness, morality and wisdom. Our services are available to all in the community, regardless of race, religion and ability to pay.
 
Shan You is a registered society and a charity with the status of Institutions of a Public Character, and a full member of the National Council of Social Service (NCSS).  Shan You is supported by Community Chest, corporate and individuals donors. 
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About the event
The Mid-Autumn Festival is about love and reunion, parading the colourful lanterns and enjoying mooncakes rich with delectable flavours.  So why not create magic the bubbly way? This Mid-Autumn Festival gather your family members and loved ones for a night of merry-making at the S.E.A. Aquarium.
 
You will be frolicking with the colourful carefree aquatic animals and even having a lyrical dance with the sea plants. You may also visit our carnival at The Coliseum where there are food, games and performances. Be prepared to take your senses on a mystical fun journey with the many things you can do this Mid-Autumn Festival at the Love in the Moonlight-Together for all! Event.
 
Now go forth and get ready to be delightfully charmed this Mid-Autumn Festival all for a social cause!
 
Purchase your tickets now at http://www.apactix.com/events/detail/love-in-the-moonlight-together-for-all

Date: September 15, 2018
Time: 2 pm - 8 pm
Location: OCBC Square

An event organised in support of NKF patients, we will test your endurance by placing you on the seat for 4 hours. Not only would you get first-hand experience and insight into our patients' thrice weekly treatments, you can also participate in many fun games and activities such as the Wall Sit Challenge.

Registration closes on 15 August 2018. Activity pack and event T-shirt included.

​Click here to register.

It’s back! Glamorous Giving is a Fashion & Homewares Clearance Sale organised by Stones that Rock in support of the Singapore Committee for UN Women.

Over 60 independent brands, designers and boutiques selling top quality products priced to clear. The twice a year sale is Singapore's biggest and best designer fair - full of bargains and so much fun! ​