Learning Journey (6 March AM) by Tay Jun Keat https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM Made with a taste for adventure en-us 2017-03-04 02:25:35 UTC 2021-02-15 21:33:27 UTC hello@padlet.com According to the Pew Centre Research Survey, Singapore is the most religiously diverse country in the world. Despite that, Singapore has come far in our aim to create a harmonious society, with the Institute of Policy Studies showing promising results such as 9 in 10 Singaporeans being comfortable with having a neighbour/colleague of a different faith. TayJunKeat https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/157756705 1. In your opinion, is Singapore's harmony based on tolerance or acceptance? 
2. How else can Singapore progress forward to achieve multiculturalism? 
3. As a RGS girl, how can you contribute to building a harmonious society in Singapore? ]]> 2017-03-04 02:27:50 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/157756705 Instructions TayJunKeat https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/157757459 1. Please state your full name and class in the title of your post. 
2. Make your response to the discussion questions. You may wish to attach photos or videos in your post to support your point of view. ]]> 2017-03-04 02:55:30 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/157757459 Zhang Jing Wen 307 jingwen_zhang02 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/157938784 1. I think Singapore's harmony is based on acceptance.
2. Young generations can be taught more about the different cultures, especially on the minority religions.
3. As a RGS girl, I can read up on the different cultures and their differences to better understand Singapore's society.]]> 2017-03-06 08:02:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/157938784 Janice Neoh Jia En 307 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159230764 1. I feel that Singapore's harmony is based mostly on acceptance but there are some tolerance incorporated in it too. Singaporeans are born in a multicultural society and we have been surrounded and influenced by the community from young, therefore, we come to accept it but there may be some instances where tolerance comes into play, 
2. More opportunities can be given to the minority group and we should educate the next generation on embracing differences. 
3. I can play my part by first, not contributing to any form of abuse or mistreat towards the minority groups in Singapore. Then, I can step up and take part in activities that help integrate these people into society better. ]]> 2017-03-10 11:18:07 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159230764 Lee Jian Yin Deborah 307 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159232561 1. In my opinion, Singapore's harmony is largely based on acceptance, though a small part is based on tolerance. This would be because of the education that starts from a young age where we learn about how diverse the cultures here in Singapore are.
2. Singapore can provide more opportunities for future generations to interact with different ethnic groups, so that the acceptance and understanding differences can stem from such interactions. 
3. As an RGS girl, I can contribute by being respectful and interacting with people from other cultures more frequently so that I can forge friendships and understanding of the different cultures. ]]> 2017-03-10 11:29:03 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159232561 Varsha Rajalingam (23) 307 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159232913 1) Although tolerance is indeed very important, acceptance is more important as even tolerance has its limit. However with acceptance, one is able to understand and appreciate others culture and hence it will lead to racial harmony 

2) Children should be taught from young about racial harmony and assimilation and these things should not just be of importance on Racial Harmony day.

3) As an RGS girl, I can interact with people of other races and get to know their cultures better e.g. Through tasting their cuisine during the LJ ]]> 2017-03-10 11:30:48 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159232913 Ng Ziqin 307 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159237849 1. I feel that Singapore's harmony is based mostly on tolerance, though we are slowly becoming more accepting of other cultures. According to the Institute of Policy Studies survey quoted in the original question prompt above, 9 in 10 Singaporeans are comfortable with having a neighbour or colleague of a different faith. However, the same survey also showed that while many Singaporeans would accept a president or prime minister of a different race from their own, most also admit that they would rather such a leader be of their own race. This preference was reflected in personal relationships also: Singaporeans would prefer for people of their own race to marry into their family. This shows that race is still a consideration to many Singaporeans. Race is also a sensitive topic in Singapore, and there exist laws in Singapore's legislation for the chief purpose of preventing the wounding of racial and religious feelings. There is also limited acceptance of persons with disabilities (PwD), and such individuals are not fully integrated into our society. In spite of this, Singaporeans are taking small steps towards unconditional acceptance of other races and I think that thirty years down the road, race might no longer be a sensitive issue in Singapore. With regards to the integration of PwDs, I feel that the introduction of the concept of Universal Design into our towns is a good first step in this direction.

2. Move away from CMIO labels and encourage people of different cultural backgrounds to fully identify with their cultural identity. Provide platforms for interaction between people of different cultural backgrounds (such as in school). 

3. I can learn more about different cultures and be respectful of people who are different from me. I can also make an effort to step out of my comfort zone and experience new cultures and talk to new people.]]> 2017-03-10 12:01:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159237849 Zoey Chua Xinyi 307 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159238645
  • In my opinion, I think that Singapore’s harmony is based on both tolerance and acceptance. We must first tolerate others before we can make an effort to further accept as well as accommodate them and ensure harmony in Singapore. 
  • Singapore can progress towards cultural assimilation by educating the youth and future generations on the different races/religions and their culture such that the youth would have a deeper understanding on the diversity in Singapore and would learn to acknowledge and embrace diversity instead of creating conflict. 
  • As a RGS girl, I can contribute to building a harmonious society in Singapore by making an effort to interact with and understand the traditions/culture of people of other races or religions.
    • ]]>     2017-03-10 12:07:52 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159238645     Nur Ainin Sofea bte Ismail 307 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159242595 1. Personally, I think that Singapore's harmony is mostly based on acceptance, and a small part of it is based on tolerance. Since young, Singaporeans are surrounded with people of different races and we learn how to be accepting of one another.
    2. The CMIO label should not be used. The importance of accepting one another and respecting different races and religions should not only be highlighted during Racial Harmony Day, which only happens once a year. The younger Singaporeans should also be taught about the different cultures in a more in-depth manner.
    3. I can play my part by being respectful of the people who are not of the same race and religion of me, and to always ensure that I do not say anything insensitive towards my friends. I can also make the effort to interact with those of different cultures and understand them better.]]>     2017-03-10 12:30:03 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159242595     S Fathima Sameeha (18) 307 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159244065 1. I believe that Singapore's racial harmony is based more on tolerance than acceptance: Although Singapore may appear as a society that is accepting of different cultures and ethnicities, one should note that since young, Singaporeans have been brought up in a multicultural society. Although, some more understanding Singaporeans may accept the culture, most Singaporeans often only tolerate different races because they have to do so. Not only that but Singapore has also many laws put in place to avoid racial conflicts and to increase racial harmony like the ethnic integration policies. There is a limit to how much people can tolerate with each other, however when there is acceptance, there is understanding and hence no limit to how much people can tolerate because they understand. Hence, if Singaporeans are accepting and not just tolerating each other's cultures, then why do we need such laws? 

    2.  Racial harmony may be taught since young not just on racial harmony day but throughout. Schools that cater to only specific races should be eradicated, to ensure that since young, students are able to interact with other cultures and equal opportunities are presented to all races. Students should be allowed to show their religious identities in school be it wearing the turban or the Islamic hijab. 

    3. I will make sure to be more open to learning more about different races and their practices. Make more friends of other races and minority groups. ]]>     2017-03-10 12:38:18 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159244065     Zitin Bali 307 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159245517 1. I believe that Singapore's harmony is mainly based on acceptance however, some part of it is based on tolerance. From a young age Singaporeans are taught about other cultures and how to appreciate and accept the diversity however, we are also taught how to tolerate some practices and customs out of respect for other racial groups. 

    2. More opportunities should be given to those of different races and ethnicities and they should be encouraged to participate actively in their customs. More importantly, platforms should be provided where people of different races can interact and learn more about one another's culture. Racial harmony related activities should also be more actively promoted rather than just 1 day a year being dedicated to it. 

    3. I can play my part by taking the initiative of getting to know the culture of people of different races better and to respect and embrace their traditions and diversity. ]]>     2017-03-10 12:45:32 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159245517     Eu Shae-Anne (06) 307 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159269730 1) I believe that Singapore's racial harmony is based on tolerance. Although the government often emphasizes racial harmony and cohesion, there are still many instances of racial prejudice and conflict (eg Amy Cheong incident). Most Singaporeans are biased towards their own race (as seen in the SLPI survey), and tolerate each other in order to not cause controversy. 
    2) Singapore's government should work on encouraging citizens to interact with each other throughout their lives, as well as emphasizing the importance of racial harmony on more than just one day. Furthermore, the existence of facilities or areas exclusive to one race or religion should be brought into question, unless it is of religious or cultural significance (eg SAP schools)
    3. As an RGS student, I can work on being more inclusive, and expanding my knowledge on different cultures by actively seeking out information. ]]>     2017-03-10 14:16:33 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159269730     Vithiya Laxmi 307 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159272375 1. I feel that Singapore's harmony is based on both tolerance and acceptance. I think that before you even accept something/ someone, you have to be tolerable towards it. Issues like racial and religious differences affect harmony and I think that, despite all the efforts and measures the government takes or puts in place, some people are not yet accepting the differences but merely tolerate them. 
    2. I think that more consideration should be given to the minority races. This might make the majority races feel 'disadvantaged' but ultimately, I believe that the younger generation will understand why that is so and hopefully, pave the way to building a country that treats everyone equally.
    3. I can play my part by being respectful towards the other races and religions and also educate my younger cousins such that they do not have a stereotypical mindset about these matters, but an open-mind.]]>     2017-03-10 14:24:07 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159272375     Wong Lin Rachel 307 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159407943 1.I think that Singapore's harmony is based on acceptance.
    2. ]]>     2017-03-11 00:44:30 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159407943     Wang Ziqian 307 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159464888 (1) I think that Singapore's harmony is based on both tolerance and acceptance, but mostly acceptance. Many Singaporeans had been taught to understand, accept or even appreciate different cultures and religions since young, thus many people are accepting towards people of different religions. However, despite that, there are still times where Singaporeans are only tolerating.
    (2) I think more opportunities should be given to people of each race, without making it seem obvious, such as "Next President to be Malay" as it will just further divide them into 
    "Malays" "Chinese" etc, and it also highlights the fact that Malays have not been able to produce a suitable candidate to be the President of Singapore. If the next president is to be malay, surely for the next presidency, other races that have not had a representative as president will wonder if they will get the same treatment. Thus, we should slowly move away from the CIMO model, as although the govt uses it to maintain racial balance in Singapore, it also divides us and now the the "Others" is growing in numbers, it may not be representative anymore. 
    (3) I can play my part by not making assumptions/believing stereotypes and instead forging friendships with people of other races. I can be respectful and get to know the cultures of all the other races. ]]>     2017-03-12 01:36:32 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159464888     Christine Sim Zi Xian 307 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159789035 1. In my opinion, Singapore's harmony is based on tolerance, although we are gradually shifting towards becoming more accepting towards other races. This can be seen from the SLPI survey, which showed how we are still primordial in our thinking since results revealed that most Singaporeans prefer having a leader of similar race as compared to another of a different race. The Amy Cheong saga, as well as an interview of the minority races about racial issues in Singapore, showed how race is still a very sensitive topic in our country and that we are still not ready t for a race-blind society. However, with the young demographic in Singapore are increasingly accepting to those of other races and religion as they were taught about racial harmony since young. Hence, I believe that Singapore has the capability to reach a point wherein race is not used as a form of discrimination in any place in the future.
    2. Reevaluate the importance of the CIMO model and also emphasise to students that racial harmony is not just a "one-time" event annually, but something that should take place every day at every moment. 
    3. I need to be respectful of the diverse races and their cultures in Singapore, and actively discourage subtle and hidden racism when coming across
     them. ]]>     2017-03-13 18:28:58 UTC https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/159789035     Kelly Leong 308 https://padlet.com/tayjunkeat/6marchAM/wish/160153290 1. In your opinion, is Singapore's harmony based on tolerance or acceptance?
    I think Singapore’s harmony is mostly based on tolerance. While there is still a level of acceptance, tolerance is the more apt since most of us don’t want to actively seek out trouble, so we learn to tolerate and live together, but we don’t necessarily understand and accept another.
    2. How else can Singapore progress forward to achieve cultural assimilation? 
    I think we must all understand that everyone has to play a part in trying to understand and learn about the different cultures and that each respective culture makes up our national identity. 
    3. As a RGS girl, how can you contribute to building a harmonious society in Singapore? 
    We can not only tolerate, but understand another culture and be willing to befriend other communities. We can also be Impartial in all aspects of our daily lives  i.e don’t just stick to people of the same race try to befriend the other people and include them too. 

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