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19 April 2024

[Highlights] Exclusive Featured - CQ Street Fest 2024 @ Clarke Quay



The CQ StreetFest is here at Clarke Quay Fountain Square from 17 - 21 April 2024. The show starts at 6pm to 10pm+ every evening till this Sunday.

                 
Event Highlights and Features:

Here are some highlights of the event .(*Check out my videos below)
 
Enjoy an evening of dynamic performances, featuring extraordinary skills on acrobatics stunts, unicycle, hula hoops, music art and more...Performed by world-renowned talents and street artists around the world. A festival to celebrate street art and vibrant creativity!




                      

                      
                    
                        
*Friendly Reminder : These street artists are professionally trained. Please DO NOT try this at home.😉
 
Most of you know I'm a big fan of live music, creative art and street performance etc... I'm impressed by the cool, astounding and interactive performances that are filled with great humor and excitement. It was simply awesome! 👍

Well, I don't want to be a spoiler here,lol but it's definitely a fabulous show you don't want to miss! 😉

The CQ StreetFest is a fun entertaining, light-hearted, family-friendly event suitable for all ages!

Media Reception @Harry's





Vibing & Chilling...

We had an amazing evening, chilling with wine, food and enjoying the spectacular street performance...I love the high energy and lively ambience at the festival!
 
The weekend is here! Take some time to relax and unwind after a long busy week...

Come on down to the CQ Street Fest with your family & friends this evening and experience a weekend of extravagant entertainment at Clarke Quay!


Visit their website for more information about the festival, performance schedules and featured artists. 
 
P.S : Warmest thanks for the special invitation and the media reception at Harry's! Cheers to good times and a wonderful weekend! 😎🥂



*Remarks :
This media event is proudly presented and organised by CapitaLand and Partners. Exclusive highlights and featured by Author : Mandy Law (aka Mommywarrior77)






12 April 2024

Media Event / Exclusive Awareness Blog : World Autism Awareness Month 2024 and Farm Tour


April is World Autism Awareness Month.

The campaign theme this year, "Partnering for Progress" aim to bring public awareness and to explore new partnerships from mainstream institutions such as, public agencies, employers, corporations and schools to create different channels of support for the autism community.


Autism Network Singapore (ANS) is an alliance of five social service agencies which serves over 5000 individuals from birth to adulthood. The Network provides vocational trainings and job coaching to support autistic individuals through different life stages in the community.

The 5 Supporting Agencies/ Partners : 

▪️ Autism Resource Centre (ARC)
▪️ Autism Association Singapore 
▪️ St Andrews Autism Centre 
▪️ AWWA
▪️ Rainbow Centre 

I was invited to the Media Briefing and a Farm Tour (BlueAcres) at St.Andrew's Autism Centre (SAAC) earlier...

    





The Farm Tour at SAAC

The roof top urban farm started as a vocational trainings for sustainable farming practices to engage autistic individuals with essential life skills to support their independence and to develop employment options. The Dignity of Work (DoW) programme introduce supported employments for job opportunities in urban farming, packing, baking, laundry, craftwork,etc.




    

Media Briefing & Highlights :


                   
                                          (The Network Team & Supporting Partners)

Ms Denise Phua, member of the Parliament and the Chairman of Autism Association Resource Centre (Singapore)Mr Bernard Chew, Chief Executive of SAAC and their supporting partners shared insightful perspectives and highlight the objectives of expanding range of services, support learning and working provisions for autistic adults to feel inclusive in the society. 

It's a great pleasure to meet Ms Denise Phua in person. She's such a warm and jovious lady! We had a nice conversation and took a private welfie after the event.:)

A Brief Interview with a Strong Mummy...

I interviewed Mummy Yen Peng who has an autistic child. She shared her story, struggles and challenges in the early stage of caregiving and now her 12yo is coping well in school and progressing on track. Yen Peng is a strong and optimistic mum, I admire her strength and positive parenting.

If you need some advice and emotional support on coping with autistic children, you may email to Mummy Tan Yen Peng : yen77peng@gmail.com 

I came across many parents with autistic children, dealing with mental stress, meltdowns, social prejudice and exhaustion with minimal to no support. Some families feel lost and depressed when they don't know where to seek help and support.
 
It saddens me to see anyone struggling alone in silence. I hope with more publicity and social awareness, it will welcome new resources, assistance and support for the autistic/special needs community and their families.

Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a pervasive, neurodevelopmental condition that affects tens of millions.

Based on statistics, it is estimated that one in 150 children in Singapore is on the autism spectrum and the numbers are increasing globally. Through World Autism Awareness Day, it raises world's attention and encourage early diagnosis & intervention.

Everyone Is A Part Of The Society! :)

Personally, I believe in helping people in difficult times and I feel that everyone should be included in our society, regardless of health/medical conditions and no one should ever feel left out in the cold!

We can all do our part to help and support the autism/special needs community. Every contribution makes a difference and no effort is too little! 😉
 
Hence, a shout-out to all the volunteers at St Andrews and BlueAcres farm for their hard work and contributions. Please continue your amazing work and dedications! 💖


Thanks for the lovely treats and the farm tour!

Some fresh & organic vegetables from BlueAcres farm and the yummy Chocolates & Coffee cookies from Crunchy Teeth. Taste great, I love it! 😋

Public Awareness and Social Support .:

As a blogger and an active member in community service. I am honored to be a part of this meaningful campaign to raise public awareness and to interact with great, honourable people in this event.
 
I take this opportunity to express my heartfelt support to the Autism community in Singapore and to share the information with my blog readers.
 
With progressive support, networks and skills development trainings, many autistic individuals can lead a productive life and have promising future.
 
💡Did You Know?
 
 

There are some very well-known, high intelligence and successful people with autism. These elites have fulfilling lives, high status and outstanding careers today...and who knows that special child could be the next Elon Musk! 😎

"The World Needs All Kinds Of Minds." - Temple Grandin


*Remarks:

This media invitation is a campaign collaboration to raise public awareness and social support for the Autism community in Singapore - An Exclusive Awareness Blog By Author : Mandy Law (aka Mommywarrior77)