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Time to review the statutory rape laws
April 21st, 2010 | Children and Young People, Gender-based ViolenceLaws on Statutory rape are dated back in the 18th century and don't adapt to the needs of the modern times. CONSTANCE SINGAM calls to make the laws gender neutral, thus removing the implication that only females are inherently vulnerable. -
Victims should speak out
The fact that there were quite a few incidents in a short 4 day period indicates that the reported sexual harassment incidents are not uncommon at events like this. Corinna Lim wrote to The New Paper responding to the report of sexual harassment incidents at YOG's Chef de Mission Seminar. -
The woman who went against the norm – in the 4th century
April 1st, 2010 | Gender-based ViolenceShe was the first woman astronomer, and the first woman to make a major contribution to the development of mathematics. But the achievements of Greek philosopher Hypatia were forgotten and buried under the ‘heroics’ of his-story. Constance Singam did some research into Hypatia and tells her story. -
Dealing with Sexual Harassment June 1st
If you are looking for more info on sexual harassment, see here The recent press coverage on sexual harassment has... -
Move on maintenance payments is good; more can be done
March 19th, 2010 | Family and Divorce, Letters and op-edsThis letter was sent to the Straits Times on 18 March 2010 AWARE Welcomes New Measures for Maintenance Enforcement The... -
Wondering if you’ve been sexually harassed? Don’t agonise in silence.
If you are looking for more info on sexual harassment, see here AWARE’s Letter to the ST Forum published March... -
AWARE staff member named Woman of the Year by expat association
March 11th, 2010 | Women in LeadershipThe American Women’s Association of Singapore (AWA) has chosen Kerry Wilcock, AWARE’s Direct Services manager, as its 2010 International Woman of the Year. The AWA created the award to recognise and honour international women who have made a positive difference to the lives of people living in Singapore. -
a man is not a financial plan 25 Mar
March 10th, 2010 | Events, Family and DivorceEvent date: Thursday, 25 March 2010 Today, a number of factors such as increased longevity, climbing divorce rates, low birth... -
Policy-makers, please note: The dynamics of marriage are changing
March 9th, 2010 | Family and DivorceStudies in the US show that shifts within marriages, such as men taking on more housework and women earning more outside the home, have had a positive effect, contributing to lower divorce rates and happier unions. Singapore's policy-makers should take note, says Constance Singam.