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How Can We Respond to Diversity in Society? - Coggle Diagram

- - - - It takes a collective effort to maintain harmonious interactions between people from different socio-cultural backgrounds.
        Other than individuals, proactive responses from community groups help to develop a deeper understanding between different socio-cultural groups and a spirit of mutual accommodation and trust.
        
        E.g. Welcome In My Backyard (WIMBY)
        
        When migrant workers dormitories were possibly to be relocated to housing estates.
        
        Many Singaporeans had concerns about having migrant workers living next to them.
        
        These concerns stemmed from misconceptions and prejudice against the migrant workers.
- - - - ingapore identity - shared values of upholding law and order, respecting racial and religious harmony, commitment to working together for a better future
        
        Community Support
        
        One way new immigrants and foreigners are integrated into Singapore society is through ground-up integration initiatives.
        
        E.g. The National Integration Council launched the Community Integration Fund in 2009, to encourage organisations to implement projects that encourage interactions between locals, immigrants and foreigners.
        
        This is in hope that they can deepen mutual understanding, build relationships with each other and develop a stronger connection to Singapore.
      - Individual differences in customs and traditions are recognised and respected. Equality is promoted without granting special rights to any racial, ethnic or religious groups.
      - Integration is promoted through community support, naturalisation initiatives and common experiences.