Research & Campaigns

Suggestions on marriage & parenthood trends

The excerpts from a submission of policy recommendations made by AWARE to the National Population and Talent Division.

Rethinking the Muslim marriage contract

A seminar on ‘Rethinking the Muslim Marriage Contract’ was held on April 14, 2012, at the National University of Singapore (NUS). This event was co-organised by AWARE, Leftwrite Centre LLP, and the National University of Singapore’s Department of Malay Studies and the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (Religion Cluster). The following is a summary of the discussion. By Nadzirah Samsudin.

AWARE’s concerns about the Voluntary Sterilisation Bill

AWARE Comments on the Proposed Changes to the Voluntary Sterilisation Act.

The protection of identities in the criminal process

Transparency in court cases is conducive to accountability. However, the provisions for discretionary and compulsory anonymity can sometimes serve a greater interest. By Michael Hor.

Parliament Primer: The futility of boosting fertility?

MPs debated the links between fertility rate, economic productivity and immigration policy, plus other women's issues.

May all fathers enjoy the right to a family life

Active fatherhood is a luxury many cannot afford. This op-ed written by Dr Teo You Yenn and Dr Vivienne Wee was published in Today on June 17.

Stop workplace sexual harassment for workplace safety

This letter by Corinna Lim, was published in the Straits Times Forum on June 15, 2012.

Jane’s story: Sex, lies & video calls

After falling prey to an Internet romance scam, Jane* approached AWARE for counselling and legal help. She has decided to share her story here in the hope that it will prevent others from becoming victims. By AWARE’s volunteer IT consultant.

Roundtable Discussion: Sexual Harassment At The Workplace

Our Roundtable Discussions over the next few months will be part of a series under the theme Sexual Autonomy, Free Of...