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Chapter 3: How can we work for the good of society? pt II ( Role of…
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social media platforms is a platform where citizens can engage with the govt. and political leaders to clarify or provide feedback on national issues and policies.
volunteering their time, effort and money [e.g Litter@ a time, pg 84,]
So what? With organised groups, Singaporeans who are disadvantaged and need special help are able to get the support they need, no one is left behind.
The organised groups also complement the support given by the government and ensure Singaporeans are able to move forward.
[scenario] W/o organised grps, many segments of society would suffer w/o any avenue for help. Thus organised grps [link back to qn]
So what? Individuals play an important role in working for the good of society as they take time and effort to contribute to meaningful causes.
This way, they are able to directly benefit the community in various ways like forging cohesiveness & promoting racial harmony
Individuals can also inspire others to contribute & this will allow SG to keep moving forward & this will improve SG as a whole. +link
e.g Humanitarian org for migration economics [HOME] & Transient workers count too [TWC2] put forth recommendations on improving the working conditions of foreign domestic workers in SG.-reported that f.d.w should be given a day off for the work they do.
VWO-Movement for the intellectually disabled of Singapore [MINDS]-focuses on catering to needs of ppl with intellectual disability. Helps ensure equal opp. for children with intellectual disabilities.
Our Singapore Conversation -National Level dialogue between Singaporeans from all walks of life and the government. Through this dialogue, Singaporeans are able to provide feedback to the government on issues, concerns and their dreams for Singapore.
So what?- The OSC allows the govt to listen to the people. The government is able to come up with good policies that look after the welfare of the citizens. The govt would be clear on what areas of the country need attention and dedicate resources where it is needed. This ensures that the country's resources are not wasted and are used to benefit the people.
Without the feedback from the people, the government would not be able to cater to the needs of the citizens. The citizens well-being would not be looked after by the government. -The government would not be doing a competent job & may lose support from the people.- Singapore may lose stability, which is not good for the country as they are not able to progress