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SSEAYP INTERNATIONAL SINGAPORE (SIS) ANNUAL REPORT

APRIL 2017 – MARCH 2018

1 Executive Board 2 Board Meetings 3 SIS Activities – 1 April 2017 – 31 March 2018

3.1 Facilitator Sharing Session 3.2 SSEAYP Raya Nusantara 3.3 June Conference 2017 3.4 Tokyo Marine University Students’ Stay in Singapore 3.5 SSEAYP Day 2017 3.6 1st Singapore-Indonesia Youth Leaders Exchange Programme (SIYLEP) 3.7 Reunion on Board 2017 3.8 Meeting with SSEAYP International Malaysia (SIM) 3.9 Alumni Engagement Programme 3.10 Emperor of Japan’s Birthday Celebration 3.11 Meeting with Ship for World Youth Programme Participants 3.12 SIS Networking Lunch at PADI @ Bussorah 3.13 East Coast GRC & Fengshan SMC Chingay @ Heartlands 2018 3.14 NYC-SIS SSEAYP 2018 Sharing Session Part 1

4 Social Contribution Activities

4.1 Project 3050 @ SWAMI Home 4.2 SWAMI Home CNY Celebrations 2018

5 44th SSEAYP 2017

5.1 Singapore Contingent 5.2 On-Board Ship Conference (OBSC) 5.3 Host Family Representatives 5.4 SIS Board Sharing Session with 44th SPYs on 24 September 2017 5.5 Pre-Departure Concert and SSEAYP Day 2017 5.6 Send-Off Ceremony 5.7 Welcome Home Ceremony

6 SI ACTIVITIES 6.1 SIGA 2017, The Philippines

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1. EXECUTIVE BOARD As of 1 April 2017, two board members resigned and the 19 board members left are as follow:

S/N Name Batch Designation

1 Tang Kwok Hoong Gerald, PBM 2007 President

2 Yacob bin Hussain 1992 /2003 1st

Deputy President

3 Kelvin Lai Kok Heong, PBM 1996 2nd

Deputy President

4 Noormah Binte Azizi 2014 Secretary General

5 Wong Li Yee Melisa 2013 Deputy Secretary General

6 Zuraimi bin Abdul Basheer 2015 Honorary Treasurer

7 William Cheong Yip Kwong 1985 /2006 Deputy Honorary Treasurer

8 Muhammad Hafidz Zainal Abidin 1995 Director, Training & Development

9 Teo Eng Soon 2011

Deputy Director, Training & Development / Deputy Director, Grant Management

10 Andy Iskandar Ajes 2005 Director, Corporate Communications & Computer Network

11 Mohamad Abdillah bin Zamzuri 2007

Deputy Director, Corporate Communications & Computer Network

12 Tan Zhi Aun Zatan 2010 Director, Alumni Affairs & Development

13 Jed Senthil 2010 Deputy Director, Alumni Affairs & Development

14 How Zi Hui Rachel 2014 Deputy Director, Alumni Affairs & Development

15 Muhammad Riduan bin Samad 2012 Director, Social Contribution Activities

16 Mohd Imhar b Mohd Said, PBM 1984 / 2009 Director, International Affairs

17 Ronald Teo Cheng Huat 2000 Deputy Director, International Affairs

18 Yew Zheng Chang Desmond 2008 Director, Homestay

19 Foo Shih Shun 2013 Deputy Director, Homestay

As of 31 March 2018, four board members resigned and the 19 board members left are as follow:

S/N Name Batch Designation

1 Tang Kwok Hoong Gerald, PBM 2007 President

2 Yacob bin Hussain 1992 /2003 1st Deputy President

3 Kelvin Lai Kok Heong, PBM 1996 2nd

Deputy President

4 Noormah Binte Azizi* 2014 Secretary General

5 Wong Li Yee Melisa 2013 Deputy Secretary General

6 Zuraimi bin Abdul Basheer 2015 Honorary Treasurer

7 William Cheong Yip Kwong** 1985 /2006 Deputy Honorary Treasurer

8 Muhammad Hafidz Zainal Abidin 1995 Director, Training & Development

9 Teo Eng Soon 2011

Deputy Director, Training & Development / Deputy Director, Grant Management

10 Andy Iskandar Ajes 2005 Director, Corporate Communications & Computer Network

11 Mohamad Abdillah bin Zamzuri 2007

Deputy Director, Corporate Communications & Computer Network

12 Tan Zhi Aun Zatan * 2010 Director, Alumni Affairs & Development

13 Jed Senthil 2010 Deputy Director, Alumni Affairs & Development

14 How Zi Hui Rachel 2014 Deputy Director, Alumni Affairs & Development

15 Muhammad Riduan bin Samad 2012 Director, Social Contribution Activities

16 Mohd Imhar b Mohd Said, PBM 1984 / 2009 Director, International Affairs

17 Ronald Teo Cheng Huat 2000 Deputy Director, International Affairs

18 Yew Zheng Chang Desmond 2008 Director, Homestay

19 Foo Shih Shun** 2013 Deputy Director, Homestay

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20 Mohd Hairil bin Johari*** 1996 Board Member

21 Nathaniel Tay*** 2015 Board Member

22 Nurhidayah bte Juhari*** 2015 Board Member

*On 4 June 2017, Noormah Binte Azizi (2014) tendered her resignation. The board accepted her resignation. Teo Eng Soon (2011) took over as Secretary General and vacated the portfolio, Deputy Director, Training & Development while retaining the portfolio, Director, Grant Management. On 5 June 2017, Tan Zhi Aun Zatan (2010) tendered his resignation. The Board accepted his resignation. Jed Senthil (2010) took over as Director, Alumni Affairs & Development. **On 7 November 2017, the board has relieved William Cheong Yip Kwong, (1985/2006) of his portfolio as Deputy Honorary Treasurer and Foo Shih Shun (2013) of his portfolio as Deputy Director, Homestay. ***On 2 October 2017, the board appointed Mohd Hairil bin Johari (1996) as a board member. On 3 January 2018, the board appointed Nathaniel Tay (2015) and Nurhidayah bte Juhari (2015) as board members.

2. BOARD MEETINGS

During the period April 2017 to March 2018, the Board held 9 meetings. Average attendance - 61%.

The following board members were granted leave of absence (LOA) due to the following reasons: a) Yacob bin Hussain: overseas work commitment (February 2017 - July 2017). He carried on with 1st Deputy

President duties from his overseas posting. b) Tan Zhi Aun Zatan : work commitment (January 2017 – July 2017) c) Zuraimi bin Abdul Basheer: studies (July 2017 - December 2017) d) Muhammad Riduan bin Samad: overseas trip (August 2017 – November 2017)

On the complimentary use of meeting rooms, the Board recorded a vote of thanks to President Gerald Tang, PBM for the use of Bukit Purmei Zone A RC Centre and 2nd Deputy President Kelvin Lai Kok Heong, PBM for the use Grassroots Club Meeting Room. The Board would also like to thank 2nd Deputy President Kelvin Lai Kok Heong, PBM for the use of his address as the registered address of SIS.

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3. SIS ACTIVITIES – 1 APRIL 2017 – 31 MARCH 2018 SSEAYP International Singapore (SIS) has had a very eventful term, this can be seen from the various events from April 2017 to March 2018. Efforts were made to engage the year representatives as they acted as the communications link between their batchmates and SIS. Host families, too, were encouraged to participate in SIS activities. 3.1 Facilitator Sharing Session On 26 April 2017, Wednesday, SIS organised a Facilitator Sharing Session at The Red Box (Orchard) for those who were interested in applying to be a Discussion Facilitator for SSEAYP 2017. The session was led by Khaisarah Mansor (SPY 2006, Facilitator 2014) and Anthony Low (SPY 2011, Facilitator 2015) where they shared with attendees their tips and knowledge about the best ways to complete the Facilitator application.

3.2 SSEAYP Raya Nusantara (Hari Raya High Tea) On 16 July 2017, Sunday, SIS organized a biennial Hari Raya high tea to engage all PYs and host families to celebrate Hari Raya at the Singapore Recreational Club. The turnout was a success with 140 guests.

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3.3 June Conference 2017 The annual June conference in Tokyo from 6 June to 9 June 2017 was attended by Japan and other ASEAN delegates. Singapore had representatives from both SIS and NYC.

3.4 Tokyo Marine University Students’ Stay in Singapore Six students from the Tokyo Marine University came to Singapore for get exposed to the diversified culture of Singapore. On 18 August 2017, the six students were matched with 3 host families, whom spent time with them for three days and two nights with different activities. The board is appreciative to our host families for supporting our homestay initiatives for the longest time.

3.5 SSEAYP Day 2017 SSEAYP Day was celebrated on 7 October 2017 together with the 44th SPYs’ Pre-Departure Concert at *SCAPE. This annual event has SPYs of different batches participating and getting to know the different ex-SPYs who has made significant achievements.

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3.6 1st Singapore-Indonesia Youth Leaders Exchange Programme (SIYLEP) From 16 to 18 November 2017. The inaugural SIYLEP is hosted by the National Youth Council of Singapore from 12 to 18 November 2017 with the theme “Innovation and Enterprise”. It focused on thinking creatively and challenging the conventional to address national and regional challenges in a volatile and unpredictable environment. 20 Indonesian Youths, 20 Singaporean Youths and 10 Host Families participated in the SIYLEP. The programme consisted of learning journeys, institutional visits, discussions on youth and social issues, and dialogue sessions with public sector leaders.

3.7 Reunion on Board 2017 55 tickets for Reunion on Board were issued for the 2017 SSEAYP programme (Inclusive of 5 tickets from other alumni associations). The schedule and participation at different POCs is as follows:

a) Cambodia (Sihanoukkville) – 12 Nov, Sun (6 participants) b) Thailand (Bangkok) – 19 Nov, Sun (15 participants) c) Indonesia (Jakarta) – 26 Nov, Sun (6 participants) d) Malaysia (Port Klang) – 2 Dec, Sat (28 participants)

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3.8 Meeting with SSEAYP International Malaysia (SIM) On 3 December 2017, SIS board members, 1st Deputy President, Mr. Yacob Hussain, Director of International Affairs, Mr. Imhar Said, PBM and Mr Desmond Yew, Director, Homestay paid a courtesy call to 8 SIM EXCO members. They exchanged ideas on promoting the programme and different opportunities for collaboration. Ms. Juliana Adam, past Secretary General and the newly elected President from Brunei, Mdm. Rosmah also attended the meeting. SIM initiated a “20K Project” to support some needy children and Homes. The “Kit of Hope” being distributed consisted of toiletries and essential items. The SIS board discussed about the collaboration of East Coast GRC and Fengshan SMC - Chingay@Heartlands 2018 @10 March 2018. This was initiated by 1st Deputy President, Mr. Yacob Hussain, with some ASEAN elements and extended the invite to both SIM and SIB.

3.9 Alumni Engagement Programme Held on 6 December 2017, Wednesday, this pilot initiative was proposed for the SIS Alumni Affairs and Engagement Team to have more focused engagement with the different batches. The aim is to engage SPYs closely, and eventually so that more to participate in events and activities organized by SIS board. A shout out was done with some of the older batches, to bring together at least 15 pax in order for the board to engage effectively, and qualify for the $200 grant. The 2007 batch was then specially chosen as it is their 10th anniversary as PYs. The session had a fruitful outcome, as strategic networks were formed and the 2007 batch understood SIS’ activities and the role of the Board. More sessions were deemed necessary to ascertain the effectiveness of this model. But as the timeline was too lean and there were insufficient funds to conduct more pilots, the current term felt that it will be better to review this in the next term.

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3.10 Emperor of Japan’s Birthday Celebration On 1 December 2017, Friday, H.E. Kenji Shinoda, the Ambassador of Japan to Singapore, invited the present and immediate past SIS board members to attend the birthday celebration of the Emperor of Japan at Shangri-La Hotel Singapore. The other attendees include local and foreign dignitaries who have forged close working relationships with the Embassy of Japan over the years.

3.11 Meeting with Ship for World Youth Programme (SWY) Participants On the morning of 6 February 2018, Tuesday, about 18 SIS and IYEO members in Singapore boarded the Nippon Maru when it called at Harbourfront Cruise Centre. The board members shared their tips on moving around Singapore, places to visit and food to eat with the SWY PYs during their short stay here. This was followed by a short tour of Nippon Maru.

3.12 SIS Networking Lunch at PADI @ Bussorah SIS Board held a networking lunch session with Year Representatives, past National Leaders and members of the 44th batch on 24 February 2018, Saturday. Also present was a National Youth Council representative. The participants mingled among batches and the board members were also able to keep the participants informed of the latest activities.

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3.13 East Coast GRC & Fengshan SMC Chingay @ Heartlands 2018 On 10 March 2018, Saturday, SIS collaborated with East Coast GRC and Fengshan SMC to bring representatives from all ASEAN countries to perform at Chingay @ Heartlands. Ambassadors and representatives of ASEAN Foreign Missions joined the respective Ministers and Members of Parliament at their Divisions. Representatives from Bersatu, SII, Thailand, SIS graced the event. Participation of all ASEAN member countries took part at the fringe activities in the 5 division including Japan. This event was chaired by 1st Deputy President, Mr. Yacob Hussain.

3.14 NYC-SIS SSEAYP 2018 Sharing Session Part 1 On 15 March 2018, Thursday, the NYC and SIS held a joint session to share with potential participating youths about SSEAYP chaired by Director of Corporate Communications & Computer Network, Mr. Andy Iskandar Ajes. Over 60 youths turned up and were introduced to ex-PYs who shared about their SSEAYP experience. SPYs from different batches volunteered as table hosts to attend to questions and queries from attendees. It has proven to be effective as it created a warm atmosphere where the PYs were available and approachable.

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4. SOCIAL CONTRIBUTION ACTIVITIES

4.1 Project 3050 @ SWAMI Home The Council of Presidents (COP) endorsed Project 3050, a Singapore initiative, to be organised in the respective ASEAN countries and Japan. Held on the 6 August 2017, about 150 members of SIS, Host Families, and the 44th SSEAYP Singapore contingent befriended and entertained the residents of SWAMI (Sunshine Welfare Action Mission) Home. The residents were treated to multi-cultural performances presented by various foreign missions of ASEAN and Japan, residents of the home as well as members of SIS, including the 44th SPYs. This event was chaired by Director of Homestay, Mr. Yew Zheng Chang Desmond and Director of Social Contribution Activities, Mr. Riduan bin Samad.

4.2 SWAMI Home CNY Celebration 2018 On 24th February 2018, Saturday, SIS Alumni members volunteered their time to liven up the Chinese New Year atmosphere at SWAMI Home. This year, SIS and SWAMI Home, together with generous performers and sponsors, put up a morning of engaging performances for the residents, leaving them with wide smiles on their faces. The morning was packed with back to back performances from a master flutist, dynamic children and a professional singing group. The event ended with Lo-Hei with all the residents and volunteers. This event was chaired by Director of Social Contribution Activities, Mr. Riduan bin Samad.

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5. 44th SSEAYP 2017 SIS worked closely with the National Youth Council on the implementation of 44th SSEAYP.

5.1 Singapore Contingent Mr Leong Fook Seng, PBM (1992) was appointed National Leader to lead the youth delegation of 25 members from 23 October to 13 December 2017. Board members and NYC staff were at the Changi Airport on 23 October morning for a send-off ceremony consisting of the Singapore flag hand-over, pledge recitation and putting on Vanda Miss Joaquim collar pins for NL, PYs and host family representatives. On 13 December 2018, 50 SIS members, family members and friends welcomed the SPYs home as they touched down at Changi Airport on completion of the programme. 5.2 On-Board Ship Conference (OBSC) Ronald Teo Cheng Huat, Deputy Director, International Affairs, was selected as OBSC representative. The role and responsibility of the OBSC Rep in addition to promoting Alumni Association and post-Programme activities, is to produce the annual newsletter, SSEAYP NEWS, which covers SI activities, Alumni activity reports and impressions from the current PYs. OBSC representatives are also to continue with facilitating the discussion segment when the facilitators disembarked at the last port-of-call. 5.3 Host Family Representatives Mr Michael Ho and Ms V Leelavathi, were selected as Host Family Representatives to Japan from 23 October – 28 October 2017.

5.4 SIS Board Sharing Session with 44th SPYs on 24 September 2017

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5.5 Pre-Departure Concert (PDC) The 44th SPYs’ PDC was held together with SSEAYP Day on 7 Oct 2017. The planning and execution of the events created much synergy between SPYs of different batches.

5.6 Send-off Ceremony

5.7 Welcome Home Ceremony

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6. SI ACTIVITIES 6.1 SIGA 2017, The Philippines

A total of 37 SIS members and host families led by 1st Deputy President, Mr Yacob Hussain attended the 29th SIGA 2017 at Ilo-Ilo City, as well as the beautiful island of Boracay from 26 April to 30 Apr 2016. This was a reunion for many and this was also the place where new friendships were forged. During SIGA Philippines, Singapore’s initiative for Project 3050 (30 years of SI and 50 years of ASEAN) was endorsed by the Council of President. Singapore’s suggestion for contributions from SI funds for this project to all ASEAN participating countries and Japan was also approved, and US$200 was given to every country to carry out the SCA programmes. The 30th SIGA will be hosted by SI Indonesia, at Bandung from 20 April 208 to 23 April 2018.

The past months have indeed been challenging yet fulfilling for the SIS 2nd Executive Board. Board members are ever ready to take up more challenging roles and strive to keep the communication channel with all members effective and current. We appreciated many who have come forward and contributed in different ways. As we move forward, we hope members will continue to support and contribute in any form towards SIS events.