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Help shape women's rights in Singapore
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On Sept 10, AWARE is holding a forum to share the process and outcomes of our CEDAW lobbying at the United Nations, and how you can be a part of the next phase of advocacy. Register for this event here. Read the UN recommendations for Singapore here and AWARE's take here.
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NEWS & VIEWS
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SlutWalk Singapore: Happening this December
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Organisers aim to take a stand against sexual violence and victim-blaming. Get more details here. Learn more about the two messages behind this movement here.
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Was gang rape charge reduced due to blog post?
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Should our online personality be the basis of a character assessment in the courtroom? Find out how social media is being used to dis-credit rape victims here.
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Armpits: To censor or not to censor?
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Religion and colonialism fundamentally changed the concept of female modesty in South-east Asia. Find out how here.
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Dirty, sexy, funny
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The rise of raunchy female-driven comedies reflects a changing view of gender roles in popular culture. Read more here .
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WHAT'S ON
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Roundtable Discussion: Fighting sex trafficking
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On Aug 31, learn about how sex trafficking is being combated in Singapore and the support victims need. Register for this session here.
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Wanted: Mandarin-speaking volunteers
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If you speak Mandarin and want to help women, sign up to become an AWARE Helpliner by Sept 16. Get more details here.
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Financial Awareness & Confidence Training: Investing
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Learn basics of investing and financial planning in an interactive environment, starting Sept 21. Sign up for this useful course here.
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Concert to save the world's saddest dolphins
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Support this free concert on Aug 28 to help save the 25 dolphins purchased by Resorts World Sentosa. Get more information here .
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