Being Community: Stories We Need to Share - Pledge Wall by Being Community https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge Pledge one thing you can do to stop discrimination or promote harmony among people of different races and religions en-us 2021-07-02 10:09:01 UTC 2023-02-14 11:58:20 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/270d.png Thank you for making your pledge against discrimination! beingcommunity https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1652625145 Click to return to our Facebook page or Instagram account. 

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]]> 2021-07-16 12:21:44 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1652625145 Elizabeth Teo, 36, Hypnotherapist elizabethteo https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1653729312 I pledge to speak up when I hear racist comments or jokes.]]> 2021-07-18 13:53:25 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1653729312 🙋Welcome! beingcommunity https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1653738365 Simple steps to post your pledge:
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]]> 2021-07-18 14:21:00 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1653738365 Tang Chee Mun, 41, Freelance Producer tangcheemun https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1653741612 I pledge to be more sensitive to my friends cultural and religious beliefs and practices. ]]> 2021-07-18 14:31:34 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1653741612 Bev, Freelance Admin https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1654184924 I pledge to be curious and learn more about another person's culture and religion ]]> 2021-07-19 02:32:10 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1654184924 Don Basil, 41, Interfaith Facilitator https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1656095329 I pledge to connect with and relate to new people I meet based on personality and character, and not just because we have the same race or religion. I also pledge to be open, respectful, and loving to people whatever their faith or ethnic background. ]]> 2021-07-20 16:06:19 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1656095329 Gen, Healthcare worker https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1656351402 I pledge not to discriminate other races and cultures ]]> 2021-07-20 23:32:37 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1656351402 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1656991864 I pledge to treat others how I would want to be treated.]]> 2021-07-21 09:45:07 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1656991864 Premila Elangovan, 40, PR Training Admin & Marketing https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1657023703 I pledge to learn more about and partake in other races / nationalities' cultures and practices. So that we can keep things interesting - Variety is the spice of life! ]]> 2021-07-21 10:51:04 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1657023703 Syuhada, 30, Child Enabler https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1657044799 I pledge to always be kind and considerate towards all races, to make effort in understanding different cultures and point of views before acting or making judgements. ❤️]]> 2021-07-21 11:39:17 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1657044799 Regardless of Race & Religion https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1657174499 I pledge to see each and every individual with empathy and respect. ]]> 2021-07-21 14:22:52 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1657174499 Raja. 73, Writer https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1657261157 I pledge to treat everyone as I wish to be treated.]]> 2021-07-21 16:01:10 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1657261157 Nurul Fatimah, 22, Engineering Student nurul1999fatimah https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1658243242 I pledge to do always give my best in being compassionate and helping society find strength in our diversity

]]> 2021-07-22 12:03:24 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1658243242 Shamalee Vanderpoorten, 42, Fixed income Research https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1659856073 I pledge to challenge racial discrimination and stereotyping and also challenge my own racial biases. ]]> 2021-07-24 07:03:15 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1659856073 Muhammad Safwan, 16, Student aljuniedmuhammadsafwan https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1670931085 I pledge to fully understand others before making ignorant assumptions based on their skin]]> 2021-08-06 09:57:07 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1670931085 Selvakumar Simon, fellow being https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1671533782 Hope to make the world a better place for all through open, transparent, sharing and discussion. Wish you all well]]> 2021-08-07 05:05:31 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1671533782 Kannan, 51, counsellor https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1671539033 I am grateful to be on this journey of learning and practising compassion, and justice. And I pledge to hold myself and my privileges accountable as well as to be part of a community that seeks to address these issues purposefully.]]> 2021-08-07 05:22:56 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1671539033 TX, volunteer facilitator https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1671546689 I pledge to listen more and empathize more with others, especially regarding race religion related issues. It may be challenging for me at times but will try my best.]]> 2021-08-07 05:46:31 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1671546689 Sooty Heng, 35, EiE Volunteer https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1671602515 I pledge to empower others to share their stories and ideas, and to contribute to the building of new safe spaces for us to speak on the importance of diversity.]]> 2021-08-07 08:40:11 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1671602515 Jasmine, 28, EiE Volunteer https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1672112403 I pledge to make a stand for others who are discriminated by the colour of their skin]]> 2021-08-08 17:08:43 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1672112403 Anna Lee, 46, Public Servant https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1672697094 I pledge to be more conscious and inclusive especially when interacting with people of different ethnicity from me. I also pledge to also be more reflective so that I will better understand my own blindspots and triggers.]]> 2021-08-09 09:23:20 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1672697094 Juraimy 48, Educator https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1673931830 See the person
I uphold to see the person before me beyond the colour of his or her skin and the ethnicity to which he or she belongs. Everyone deserves to be treated with decency and respect.

Mindfully respecting
To achieve the above requires a lot of mindful practice - with a generous heart and sharp mind. I wish to encourage more hearts likewise, through my line of work and through my interactions with others.]]> 2021-08-10 09:33:26 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1673931830 Megan Lee, student https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1677421350 I pledge to be aware of any stereotypical thoughts I have and change them, and to also speak out against casual racism ]]> 2021-08-12 23:01:18 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1677421350 student-15 7114190358 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1677971483 I pledge to be kind to everyone regardless of race, language or religion like what we pledge to do every day. I will stop others from showing discrimination and racism to the best of my extents.]]> 2021-08-13 08:55:46 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1677971483 I pledge to contribute one step at a time to make this world a better place for all, regardless of race or religion. https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678016295 2021-08-13 10:21:09 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678016295 Rahman, 45 - academic https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678018204 I pledge to help the different communities to understand each other better, so that we appreciate the diversity and live in harmony. ]]> 2021-08-13 10:25:05 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678018204 Jufri- CARPEI Damai (seize the peace!) carpei0606 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678086796 Peace, Love & Harmony is an on-going process! The will be no-ending. So Sieze the PEACE NOW! (j.o.)

]]> 2021-08-13 12:24:25 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678086796 Joo Hymn, freelance trainer https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678353994 I pledge to be aware of my own prejudices, and as far as possible, to act in ways that I now wish to act, in spite of those prejudices and conditioning, and to apologise for my mis-steps and make amends

]]> 2021-08-13 16:07:29 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678353994 osman_abdullah2 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678826799 I pledge to be always mindful of my words and deeds🙏🏼]]> 2021-08-14 03:53:37 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678826799 Sukri, 49, Entrepreneur https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678860496 Understanding and love can make all the difference.]]> 2021-08-14 05:23:21 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678860496 Vj, Social Worker masterofcombat https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678861937 I pledge to not tire of these conversations no matter how long it takes for us to see small shifts. :D ]]> 2021-08-14 05:28:39 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678861937 Charmaine Lappen, 39 charlappen https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678866648 I pledge to continue to be open to and encourage conversations that would address stereotypes, in the spirit of education and understanding. ]]> 2021-08-14 05:41:50 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678866648 Aderyn, 21 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678905249 I will continue having conversations about important issues likes racism to bring greater awareness to people.]]> 2021-08-14 07:37:00 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678905249 treat others as equally as I can and push others to do the same https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678905523 2021-08-14 07:37:25 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678905523 Educator faridithaca https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678905537 Include foreign workers - domestic, blue collar workers in the dialogue and trained as facilitators like those fantastic facilitators here today]]> 2021-08-14 07:37:29 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678905537 Fitri Fauzi, 24, Student https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678905955 I pledge to practice proportionality and not over-amplify racist incidences to cause polarising divide within the community]]> 2021-08-14 07:38:44 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678905955 Priscilla 60 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678906027 Continue to be engage with community and neighborhoods amongst different races]]> 2021-08-14 07:39:01 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678906027 Debra, educator https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678906125 I pledge to continue to be part of these conversations to bring them one step forward.]]> 2021-08-14 07:39:18 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678906125 Su - Freelance Actor & Accessibility Advocate https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678906490 I will continue to speak up and also create a safe space for others to share their experiences. ]]> 2021-08-14 07:40:16 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678906490 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678906616 Nisha
Service Officer

Embrace the uniqueness of others. Treat everyone equally in their value regardless of race and colour. ]]> 2021-08-14 07:40:35 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1678906616 Azra, 34, Educator https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1679225014 I pledge to actively listen to more stories from people from different backgrounds so I can better empathise with them and to be more mindful to choose words and take actions that do not hurt the people round me.]]> 2021-08-15 01:39:08 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1679225014 Bianca, 31 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1718897456 I pledge to call in those who casually make unflattering comments of my religion and invite them to know more of the history behind my religious practices]]> 2021-09-06 08:21:38 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1718897456 To understand https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1726439640 I pledge to seek to understand ]]> 2021-09-09 01:02:20 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1726439640 I pledge to practise the Golden Rule...to prefer my brother to myself, to accept and honor him as a brother in religion and an equal in creation! https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1731398230 2021-09-10 16:35:05 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1731398230 The Baha'i community is learning to create spaces to explore how we can all participate, contribute and build more equitable, united and harmonious communities, that are diverse in its cultures. Putting educational programmes in place at the grassroots neighbourhood level, where we understand our collective purpose, direct and develop our talents and capacities towards the common weal. Where challenges can be consulted upon and addressed together. https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732274901 2021-09-11 05:34:16 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732274901 Fitri, Student https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732341248 Understand and be sensitive to the religions of others as much as I want others to understand and be sensitive to mine]]> 2021-09-11 07:42:36 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732341248 Vaishnavi https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732341569 I pledge to not assume, but to ask questions to learn, understand, respect and enjoy the beauty of it all. ]]> 2021-09-11 07:43:13 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732341569 I would like to reach out within (myself) and out to others from minority religious communities (eg Sokka, Ahmadiyya, Shia, Church of the Latter Day Saints etc ) & spiritual communities (like shamans, animists, pagans, Wiccans etc) faridithaca https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732341682 2021-09-11 07:43:25 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732341682 Aish & Dan, 31 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732341686 I pledge that with an open mind, I will accept everyone as they are along with their beliefs, to spread goodness]]> 2021-09-11 07:43:25 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732341686 Su, 23, Freelancer https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732342000 Listen to everyone and be respectful. We can agree to disagree. ]]> 2021-09-11 07:43:59 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732342000 Phra Goh, Buddhist monk https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732342154 I pledge to continue to share the concept of love and kindness to all races and religions to all my students

]]> 2021-09-11 07:44:13 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732342154 Rani Ram - Zhenghua IRCC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732343421 I Respect Everyone Regardless of Race, Language or Religion ✋🏽]]> 2021-09-11 07:46:15 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732343421 Olivia G, content producer olivgriselda https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732344632 I pledge to learn and seek more stories by people of different background and religion and also to stand up/ call out instances of discrimination.]]> 2021-09-11 07:48:15 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732344632 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732345997 I appreciate this safe platform to openly discuss about religions discrimination,  practise active listening and emphathy when engaged with all races and religions.

]]> 2021-09-11 07:50:05 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732345997 Learn and unlearn about race and religion. We need to suspend judgement and take time to clarify. https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732346536 2021-09-11 07:50:58 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732346536 Fai, freelance admin and tutor https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732348049 I pledge to understand others' thoughts and beliefs before responding, and to not react, because everyone is shaped by their different beliefs and experiences. ]]> 2021-09-11 07:53:19 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732348049 Aderyn, 21 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732350912 I pledge to continue being open and willing to discussions on religion, and in spite of the differences that the beliefs and values may bring, to understand the other side, 
while still maintaining my own stance on a person's basic rights in life to work, healthcare, housing, etc. which should never be impeded on for anyone, and certainly not on the basis of religion.]]> 2021-09-11 07:58:05 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1732350912 Leila B White, Trainer https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1733404147
I pledge to understand and not judge other religious and races. ❤️❤️]]> 2021-09-12 08:46:36 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1733404147 Embrace the positives in differences and celebrate diversity https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785699862 2021-10-02 09:58:36 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785699862 faridithaca https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785700688 I please to walk my talk....be a peace builder...nurture deeper understanding , respect, love and acceptance]]> 2021-10-02 09:59:30 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785700688 Multi cuisine = buffet https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785700743 Many variety in flowers =bouquet
People =diversity and stronger ideas]]> 2021-10-02 09:59:34 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785700743 Acknowledge our priviledge , be an ally to minorities https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785701192
As a Chinese male in a majority Chinese society, I am aware of my privilege compared to the female and the minorities. It is important to acknowledge my priviledge and be emphatic to the struggles of the minority group, be an ally and voice up when we see inequality .]]> 2021-10-02 10:00:09 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785701192 Dona https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785705912 Give permission to be messy as others ask questions about my race and religion. I pledge to be compassionate and forgiving in creating a space for learning about diversity.]]> 2021-10-02 10:06:07 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785705912 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785712036 Educate ourselves, and not be afraid to start conversations. And if we as the majority are met with hostility, to not take it to heart but learn to do better. ]]> 2021-10-02 10:14:31 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785712036 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785712654 Respect & accept each other’s differences with an open heart, the way you would want others to respect you]]> 2021-10-02 10:15:24 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785712654 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785712805 I pledge to speak up when I notice casual racism, even when it makes me feel unsure and uncomfortable about speaking up.]]> 2021-10-02 10:15:40 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785712805 Joseph G, trainer for accreditation of professional mediators https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785719673 Living in a matured society. Where its community embraces diversity rather than trying to fix racial or religious differences and discrimination. ]]> 2021-10-02 10:24:53 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785719673 Maureen, 30, Research Executive https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785724376 I pledge to respect and care for the fundamental dignity and agency of each person that I might meet at any various levels of interaction (individual or group). ]]> 2021-10-02 10:31:07 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785724376 Darren Mak, 26 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785755184 I pledge to always speak to bring people from different backgrounds together, and to build bridges instead of walls]]> 2021-10-02 11:12:54 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785755184 Leslie Lim, 23, Nursing Student https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785759183 I pledge to be sensitive to the cultural needs of my patients as well as of the people around me, by (1) increasing my awareness of their cultural beliefs and practices, (2) creating an environment that supports their racial and religious needs, and (3) involving them in the process by asking for their thoughts and feedback. This could include, for e.g., taking extra care when handling patients' religious amulets or even offering safe spaces for Muslim patients to pray, especially if they are ADL-independent. ]]> 2021-10-02 11:18:08 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1785759183 Prakash N, 54, Human Being https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1786754794 I pledge to honour the principles espoused by our National Pledge - "regardless of race, language or religion" - in all of my interactions, conversations, and even in my private thoughts.]]> 2021-10-03 05:18:33 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1786754794 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1803811578 I pledge to notice negative stereotypes and not feed them ]]> 2021-10-09 08:32:17 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1803811578 Fitri Fauzi, 24 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1803811935 I pledge to remain tenacious in being involved with diversity and interfaith effort to help in social harmony]]> 2021-10-09 08:32:45 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1803811935 bp, 21, student https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1803812456 i pledge to make this place a better one than i got and to help people see the error of their ways rather than to get angry and upset with them. ]]> 2021-10-09 08:33:29 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1803812456 Vijay, 22 https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1803812467 I will continue to work on projects that reinforce belief in the truth that no one is superior to another, especially by way of race, religion or sexual orientation.]]> 2021-10-09 08:33:30 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1803812467 Nafla, 22 Student https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1803903431 I pledge to be open-minded and listen with empathy to the people around me.]]> 2021-10-09 10:32:26 UTC https://padlet.com/beingcommunity/pledge/wish/1803903431