18 July 2024
Morning Shot: Conversations to be had this Racial Harmony Day
Singapore commemorates Racial Harmony on 21st July every year.
It’s a day to remind ourselves that everyone has a role to play to build a harmonious multi-racial society, and that our diversity can be a source of strength for the common good.
But why does it matter in today’s context and how is the digital landscape shaping the discourse around racial harmony?
On this episode of Morning Shot, Dr Mathew Mathews, Head of IPS Social Lab at the NUS Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy shares his insights.
Presented by: Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar
Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)
Photo credits: SG101.gov.sg

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Listen To His Previous Podcasts:

2 May 2023
Morning Shot: Singapore takes pro-worker stance at a time of economic uncertainty and job insecurity
At this year’s May Day Rally, the Singapore Government and labour movement renew their commitment to help workers earn a better living, amid global economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions.
Dr Mathew Mathews, Head of IPS Social Lab at NUS Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy shares his perspective on whether this push will be enough to narrow the social divide in Singapore.
This podcast is produced and edited by Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)

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13 February 2023
Morning Shot: More intervention needed to address social mobility issues as a nation: Dr Mathews
Forward Singapore is at its midway point, and feedback collected through the the initiative's dialogues will be taken into account as the government updates its policies. Some of those plans are set to be shared at the upcoming Singapore Budget.
Dr Mathew Mathews, Head, IPS Social Lab shares his take on why a strong social compact is crucial to Singapore and gaps that need to be addressed.

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