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Meet the S porean women redefining success on their own terms
In the second of a three-part series celebrating SG women, we follow three leaders in their fields who are challenging traditional notions of success and shaping a new era for the Singapore woman
Ms Kim Underhill, 57, fled an abusive marriage 26 years ago with her two primary school kids in tow. Undaunted, she ploughed through her difficulties and turned her hardships into opportunities not just for her family but for underprivileged women in Singapore as well. PHOTO: RACHAEL GOH
Not only is Dr Neo Mei Lin, 34, giving a voice to giant clam conservation locally and overseas, she is also helping to give women a voice in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields. PHOTO: NEO MEI LIN
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3 female pioneers who paved the way for S’pore women
In the first of a three-part series celebrating SG women, we salute the gutsy trailblazers who shaped our nation’s history through their stories and carved out a world of possibilities and opportunities for generations to come.
(From left) Women’s advocate Khatijun Nissa Siraj, medical social worker Daisy Vaithilingam and Singapore’s first female commercial pilot Anastasia Gan. PHOTOS: ST FILE
PublishedFeb 3, 2021, 4:00 am SGT
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Activities will be held throughout the year even as dialogues on women s issues continue
On the move to make 2021 the Year of Celebrating SG Women, Minister for Social and Family Development Masagos Zulkifli said Singapore will celebrate women s multifaceted roles as well as the men who help to debunk stereotypes and play an active role in supporting and uplifting women.ST PHOTO: KEVIN LIM
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2021 has been declared the Year of Celebrating SG Women, Minister for Social and Family Development Masagos Zulkifli said yesterday. The aim is to salute women's progress and potential across society, as their contributions are integral to the Singapore story, he added.. Read more at straitstimes.com.
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2021 declared as Year of Celebrating SG Women
The aim is to celebrate women s progress and potential across society, said Minister for Social and Family Development Masagos Zulkifli.ST PHOTO: KEVIN LIM
PublishedJan 30, 2021, 5:20 pm SGT
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