On the first day, meeting my watch for the first time, it was like catching up with old friends rather than meeting strangers. The activities such as the night quest at NGS, helped me learn more about Singapore and it's leaders and how they have preserved and made decisions that have helped us today. Learning more about sustainability helped me understand the need to save resources for the future and that every decision we make has an effect. As leaders we must make wise choices so as to benefit our peers who we are leading. Learning about job opportunities helped me understand the constant need to upskill and upgrade myself to be relevant in the work space in the future.

Overall, this camp has taught me many valuable skills that I will definitely use as a leader and has taught me that as a leader, we have a major impact and we should model the way.

The most important thing would be that we have to be concerned and aware of these issues and thus not be afraid to take the first step. Only with all of us taking steps and small actions in our daily lives will there be a huge impact created in the community.

This camp gave me so much and I am grateful for the opportunity to connect with peers along with to have such valuable and exclusive experiences.

The sessions were not only educational but deeply inspiring. I learned about the power of collaboration, the importance of resilience, and the value of empathy in leadership. Through personal reflection exercises and group discussions, I was able to confront my own challenges and fears, and gain the confidence to tackle them head-on.

The friendships I made during the camp have also had a profound impact on me. Being surrounded by so many driven and passionate individuals made me realize the strength that comes from a supportive community. We shared our stories, learned from each other’s experiences, and, most importantly, encouraged one another to be the best versions of ourselves.

The activities were very engaging, with the facilitators doing an extremely good job in conveying the valuable knowledge as well as passing on their experience. The made learning very fun and interesting. The well planned camp made it not too strenuous and easy to absorb knowledge. The facilities helped and made the camp so much better!

honestly… it was full of learning experiences that is useful to my ambitions and goals in the future..

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I am grateful to be in the program and grateful to be in this watch, I LOVE WATCH 8!!!❤️

Another memory was the card game in day 3 at the hotel. At first, i was trying to understand the aim of the game and all and i really couldn't grasp the purpose of this game and what it was meant to teach us. So thoughout the game, i played it as a game and not as a lesson. However, when the guy on stage explained why the game was like that and what it was supposed to teach us, i finally understood, i was not supposed to be given clear instructions and meant to use what i have and make the most out of it.

(and the food is amazing 😋)

Day 1: I feel that I learned that diveristy is core to singapore. A big problem in resolving controversies is how every person has diffrrent ideas on each topic. For example, the controversy game, my watch all initially disagreed on if racist jokes are acceptable. I learned that some people may not even view certain controversies amd controversial. We need to all communicate openly and honestly, not actively seek to take or give offence, in order to resolve such issues.

Day 2: Global warmimg/climate change is the next big thing facing humanity. This day's activities helped me realise how there is many things we can do now to help. Singapore as a nation is already taking numerous steps towards achieveing sustainability, from extremely detailed land use planning of our parks by URA, aided by NParks, to application of sciences to minimise our carbon emissions. It has reminded me that if such large actions cam be taken for Singapore, we individuals can morw easily take our own small actions to hell achieve sustainability. We can always raise awareness, advocate and take action to help battle climate change

Day 3: Economy is something I never really pondered until today. Despite being a small country, Singapore maximises on every small leverage we have, such as being an entrepot country, Singapore takes advantage of our strategic geographical location tk attract more imports to enhance our income from exports. It has also changed my view of the future where we may be taking things for granted. We need to prepare ourselves and be ready amd able to communicate amd coorperate with one another in order to overcome future threats.

Thank you so much for this opportunity!

Prior to the camp, my expectations of it was an uptight camp filled with nothing but our standard workshops and team bonding games. But contrary to my expectations, it was a really chill camp with a relaxing atmosphere with the most welcoming and interactive Watch. From our TM/ATMS to our watch-mates, everyone was so excited about the camp (especially Leon we love u).

The workshops and talks over these past 4 days have been a really good eye opener to help us young leaders discover our passion, as well as prepare us for skills and issues we would face in the future. If not OSLP then who?

And by today (day 3), we all had grown to work with and around each other, forging a bond with each other like no other 😎😎

Ok so ya Watch 1-2 twelve the best. Happy Grad everyone, ty OSLP for dis experience

Sebastian Chua

Cloud 9 (Watch 9)

Overall, I think OSLP was a great platform to enable youth leaders to get a grasp of what the future of Singapore looks like. We were given the opportunity to navigate through these challenges and put ourselves in the shoes of the government. The programmes were engaging and fun at the same time, so it was an enjoyable experience all around!

On my first day, I learned more about multiculturalism and how important it is for everyone to get together and and understand each other from different perspectives. On my second day, I went to Semb corp where I learned more about the floating solar panels and how effective it is for our country. On my third day, I learned that working with others from different sectors is important and how ones decisions can affect others.

Nearing to the last day of OSLP, I am really thankful to be the one chosen out of the many in my school and to go on and experience these activities with other people from different schools in Singapore and I feel like all of us really deserved to be here and from these experiences we as future leader of Singapore can influence others in our circle to grown together as one nation. To my watch 12/12 cupcakes, I couldn’t ask for a better watch than you guys and I truly enjoy the days and nights being together with you guys, I hope we don’t forget each other and continue keeping in touch, I have learned so much from you guys and what you have experienced in your schools. And with that I’ll end my long essay/message and hope we can enjoy our last day together!!

Another thing that I will hold close to my heart for sure, is the memories and friendships made during OSLP. When I first arrived, everyone was superrrr sociable! I could sneak myself into a table of fellow leaders and they would welcome me warmly. Hence, I was able to quickly forge bonds and friendships within my Watch and the vibes were always immaculate. I enjoyed every moment of the camp with my Watch, especially the time we spent together in the Jewel (net playground??)! We've been through thick and thin together and throughout the camp, I've seen not only myself but others grow! I'm sure many years down the road, the leaders that I once laughed with in OSLP 2024, will achieve great heights and become the next generation of leaders in Singapore.

Thank you for making my OSLP such a memorable experience

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The various talks by ministers and guests have also been very inspiring for me, and probed me to think more about my own journey as a leader. It made me realise that there are so many sectors I can potentially work in and I'm thinking now about what I truly want to do. It's been a very meaningful and once in a lifetime experienfe for me.

From the OSLP, communication and connectivity is something I realised is very important. I believe the foundation of any successful project is proper communication between the parties involved. Without voicing out your ideals coherently to others, how can you expect it to work out like you imagined.

In my opinion, a leader leads by example. I quote from my school OPSS’s Student Council, “To lead and to serve” . Telling people what to do may not be effective as everyone have different interpretations of what you want. By showing people what you want through your own action, it will be easier to lead others. I think Learning is for Life, even beyond school compounds. I plan on bringing back what I learned on the 4 themes to my juniors in the secondary school I graduated from.

I am so thankful for this opportunity and I will never forget this experience!🫶🏻🔥1️⃣0️⃣

For many others, OSLP has also been a hub to job opportunities. While it doesn’t apply to me (as i have a specific job in mind already), the tips given to us by speakers and things said during dialogs were very helpful no matter what context you put it in.

Lastly, I’m very grateful that i was able to join this programme which allowed me to meet my amazing watch mates!

(My highlights) The CRC listening skills taught me how to become a more empathetic listener to make those around me few heard. The conversations on multiculturalism also made me more comfortable with discussing "uncomfortable" topics. The game on Day 3 forced us to think deeper about how governments make decisions in reality. All in all, the passion that our mentors and my teammates displayed really inspired me to kindle that fire in me that could have been waning.

Looking forward, I will be more intentional in developing my passion and be more curious in what I am learning. I am very thankful to OSLP, my watchmates and our TMs for giving me such a week of a lifetime :)

Alongside this, I believe this camp has served us in good stead to re-envision and redefine, on our own terms, how we can contribute to the nation within our capacities. The discussions and various talks have made us more cognisant not only of the problems that plague Singapore in the status quo/the future, but also encouraged us to go beyond understanding the issues and to take actions in the form of small steps. I truly appreciated the way this camp was structured to allow for a progressive build-up of understanding, as well as the intentionality behind connecting specific case-studies into a macro-perspective.

Last but most definitely not least, I’m extremely grateful to have been given this opportunity to connect with peers with such valuable insights and experiences. In particular, my watch mates have left a lasting impression of me across the past few days as I witnessed the sheer sincerity they possess and their true hearts of service for the larger community. Special thanks to our (A)TMs Si Qi, Deniz & Christian for helping to facilitate our discussions and break the initial ice between us too! I’ll miss everyone 🙂

On a personal level, I realised that we have such big shoes to fill! As what MOS Alvin Tan mentioned, Singapore has “nothing”, yet our forefathers made that nothing into something. As they pass the baton to our generation soon, us youths must be prepared, and have the commitment to serve in whatever capacity we are in

A huge shoutout to our TMs and ATMs Si Qi, Deniz and Christian for making this experience all the much better!

OSLP will be a key highlight of my secondary school life and I’m sure a few years down the road, I’ll look back on this fondly 🫡🥲

Through the camp I’ve also gained a greater understanding of what potential issues Singapore could be met with in the future in the face of climate change and the volatile relationships between nations. Being able to see just how difficult life could become in Singapore if we stop striving to maintain and develop our nation is definitely a strong motivator in wanting to step up and contribute.

Overall, these 4 days have not only allowed me to grow as a leader but also as a person and I am beyond grateful for this opportunity :)

oslp allowed me to reflect on my leadership skills such as on how i can improve my leadership skills. this camp allowed me to get many takeaways such as how singapore is putting in effort in promoting sustainability and diversity. this made me expand my horizons and think more critically as i’m able to hear the different viewpoints from different leaders. additionally, this camp allowed me to advocate for ideas and build meaningful connections with my peers in an unfamiliar environment. hence, i’m grateful that i was selected to attend this camp as i am able to leave oslp with a sense of purpose and network of peers that inspires me to make a great impact on the community.

One of the highlights of the camp was the teamwork and leadership skills I developed. Whether it was during outdoor team-building exercises, group discussions, or problem-solving challenges, I learned the importance of communication, trust, and collaboration. Working alongside others who shared similar goals but different perspectives helped me appreciate the value of diverse viewpoints and the power of working together to achieve a common objective.

Additionally, the camp provided ample opportunities for self-reflection. Through various activities and moments of downtime, I had the chance to reflect on my strengths and areas for improvement. I realized that leadership isn't just about taking charge, but also about being a good listener, showing empathy, and supporting others in their growth.

Beyond the learning experiences, the camp was simply a lot of fun, providing a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. These moments helped me connect with leaders from other schools in a way that was both refreshing and rejuvenating.

Overall, the OSLP camp was an unforgettable experience. It allowed me to learn valuable leadership skills, create lasting memories, and form connections with others who share similar leadership experiences. I left the camp feeling inspired and motivated to apply what I had learned in both my life.

However, my watch(6!!!) was super outgoing and I immediately felt welcomed apart from the OSLP/Nacli/NYC staff! The activities for day 1 was really engaging as it allowed us to critically think about our society and what does it mean to us. The overnight stay at National Gallery SG and night quest really fuelled me to excitement! My watch was incredibly participative which I loved!

Day two was more on learning specific aspects to sustainability and how we should approach it to fight against climate change and other worldwide issues.

The overnight stay at Maritime Gallery was interesting, as we learn the different prospects of how the marine jobs/industry helps to protect Singapore, furthermore, the watches discussed about a scenario where we were in crisis which allowed us to critically think as a community.

Day 3 was my favourite, as we were able to mingle with other watches and get to know them at a good level! There was a few talks with entrepreneurs and how changi airport generally runs. It sparked my curiosity in diving deeper into what I want to do to contribute to the society.

The most exciting and fun activity was going to Jewel changi, where we played at the bouncy area.

OSLP has definitely changed my perspective in building a better society of Singapore.

Another memorable moment was learning about Singapore’s past, present, and future, which gave me new perspectives on challenges and how we can overcome them. I also really appreciated the chance to stay at such unique locations and form so many new friendships. This camp wasn’t just fun but also full of lessons that I’ll carry with me for a long time.

Day 1, it was AMAZING, I LOVED how my watchmates bonded instantly and for the activities and the night quest, everyone was function and everyone was participating while having FUN and having lots of laughter. I realised how important having a team that your'e comfortable is, because if we are not comfortable with our team, some issues like communication and work issues may arise, and I can say that my team has been having fun while being able to complete tasks well throughout the camp.

Day 2, our watch grew stronger, especially through the long island and table top activities. When someone proposes and idea or a solution, we discussed, identify flaws and find new effective solutions. With that our bonds got stronger.

Day 3, the session at Crowne Plaza really changed my perspectives. I usually dont understand some of the government's decisions and the game called The Collapse really put me in the shoes of a minister and I realised that some solutions can compromise certain stuff so I learnt to trust my higher ups. Then the talk really boost my confidence and made me not so worried about my future. They talked a lot about work and I learned that we should just go with what we know now and whatever happens be it good or not it is just an opportunity for growth.

So throughout the camp I really cherished connections and friendships more since I can rely on them and it makes me more open minded and have different perspectives when reaching a goal we share with our team and that leads to success.

OSLP also enabled me to forge many strong connections and expand my network!

We then headed to crowne plaza for a card game, listened to a talk and a QnA session which was extremely insightful. We headed to a nursery right after where we learnt about changi’s plants. After a ride back to Changi’s jewel, we ate sukiya while enjoying the view of the rain vortex. We headed to the bouncing net to have some fun! At night, we had heart to heart talks with each other and bonded over our experiences even more.

Such experiences, and OSLP overall makes learning about Singapore and networking with people from different schools so much more enjoyable!