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Surprises from Singapore

April 1, 2010

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Jean Tan, SIF Executive Director

This issue of Singapore has a few surprises, even for those of us born and bred in Singapore.
In “Scene”, we unveil sub-cultures – goths, cowboys, Harley riders, and cosplayers that have sprouted in recent years, and hear from their avid acolytes.

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A Better World with the SIF

January 1, 2010

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Jean Tan, SIF Executive Director

Happy 2010! New year; new beginnings.

First, an update on our foundation: the SIF has a new vision. After 19 years of nurturing active global citizens we’ve determined – together with our stakeholders – that it’s time to update our vision to meet new challenges and to match the passion with which we carry out our work.

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Join our Kopitiam

October 1, 2009

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Jean Tan, SIF Executive Director

With 2009 coming to a close, we bring you up to date on the latest in Singapore, from people to places to social trends.

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Greetings from Singapore!

July 1, 2009

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Jean Tan, SIF Executive Director

If you’ve noticed, you’re reading quite a different issue of Singapore. Yes, we’ve had a makeover. Why, you ask?

In the last couple of years, the Singapore magazine has been expanding its contents and reach. Many of us are finding new and exciting developments around us, where talking about Singapore in the classic categories of ‘society’, ‘policies and ‘business’ isn’t going to cut it. Which is why we’re refreshing the stories (more on that later), adding new content and more pages to the magazine.

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