Soristic

15/07/2026

AI & Robotics Learning Journey customised for Gerontology Tech and eldercare innovation.

SUTD - S.M.A.R.T Entrepreneurship X Global – Shanghai: AI & Robotics
📍 8 Sept 2026: SG pre-trip workshop
📍 14–17 Sept 2026: Shanghai learning journey

SkillsFuture funding available — up to 90% course fee subsidy.

Participants will visit elderly-care and senior-service organisations in Shanghai to see real-world applications of AI and robotics, including senior health screening, smart meal services, dementia care monitoring, assistive technologies, mobility and emotional well-being solutions. With the aim of learning how these technologies can be adapted to relevant healthcare and business transformation

👉 Register interest: https://smartentrepreneurship.club/products/shanghai-artificial-intelligence-ai-robotics

Note: Please choose the Sept run customised for Gerontology Tech. Other dates are General AI and Robotics.

06/07/2026

Looking for a partner to power your initiatives? Join us for an exclusive tour of the Anchor @ Marine Parade, the first underground social service hub.

✨ Explore: Discover how The Anchor can support your initiatives

🤝 Network: Connect with other inspiring changemakers

🦸‍♂️ Special Guests: Meet awesome community cosplayers portraying iconic characters from Toy Story, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and more!

📅 18 July 2026
🕑 2 PM – 3 PM
📍 101A Marine Parade Road, Singapore 44997
(Meet in front of Mrs Kuan Cafe near Marine Parade MRT Exit 6)

Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/tour-at-anchormarine-parade-tickets-1992911528028

03/07/2026

What does it take to earn the confidence of a philanthropist?

That was the question at the heart of our Decoding the Philanthropist’s Mind fireside chat, where we had the privilege of hosting veteran philanthropist Andy Lim, Group CEO of JL Family Office and Founder of The Land Managers Holdings.

A huge thank you to Andy for his candid sharing on what makes an impact initiative truly compelling. Drawing from his own experiences, he offered a practical look into the mindset of a funder.

✨ Three key takeaways:

🚀 Lead with impact, not just intention
Passion starts the conversation, but evidence builds confidence. Strong proposals combine meaningful data with real human stories to demonstrate tangible outcomes.

🤝 Choose collaboration over duplication
Many organisations may be tackling similar challenges without realising it. Funders want to see greater collaboration to maximise collective impact rather than fragmented efforts.

🌍 Raise the bar to meet global standards
As Singapore's philanthropic ecosystem becomes increasingly connected to international funders, impact organisations will need stronger strategy, clearer evidence, and greater sophistication to remain compelling.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to such a vibrant discussion. Andy's pragmatic, business-minded perspective offered valuable insights for groundups, charities and social impact organisations looking to strengthen their engagement with funders.

No single conversation can represent every philanthropist's perspective, and we hope to continue hosting funders with diverse funding philosophies to help the sector learn, reflect and grow.

If you are a philanthropist, or know someone who may be willing to share their perspectives with the sector, we'd love to connect.
Reach us at [email protected]

26/06/2026

Ready to gain work experience and also made an impact in the community? 🚀 Soristic is hiring interns across two exciting tracks! Gain direct mentorship, build vital professional skills, and drive real-world social impact.

Our Open Internship Tracks:

📊 1️⃣ Project Management (Grant) Intern
📋 2️⃣ Business Development & Communications Intern

🔗 Apply Here for BD&C:
https://shorturl.at/mflh6
🔗 Apply Here for Project Management (Grant):
https://shorturl.at/2vnGX

📌 Note: These roles are offered under the Youth Corps Community Internship Programme (YCCI)

Connect with us at [email protected]

23/06/2026

A hidden community in Changi Airport

Did you know that a quiet, hidden community of rough sleepers calls Changi Airport home after midnight? Dozens of individuals utilise the terminal's 24-hour electricity, clean amenities and safety to get through the night. They blend in seamlessly during peak hours and move around daily to avoid disrupting the world-class transit hub.

The issues they face go beyond financial difficulties. Some are elderly locals seeking refuge from domestic conflicts or unsafe home environments, while others are stranded travellers.

Read more: https://www.straitstimes.com/multimedia/graphics/2026/06/rough-sleepers-changi-airport/index.html?shell

12/06/2026

Revolutionising senior care with robotics and technology

Falls and mobility challenges often restrict seniors to seated activities, causing seniors to grapple with physical and emotional challenges. To address this, researchers led by Nanyang Technological University have developed the Data-driven Robotic Balance Assistant (DRBA), the world's first robotic chaperone designed to catch seniors before they fall.

Using inbuilt sensors and AI, the DRBA instantly detects a loss of balance and provides physical support during standing exercises. The team is currently seeking regulatory approval and exploring a subsidized rental model to make sessions highly affordable for seniors, costing just a fraction of the actual operational expenses.

Read more:
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/robot-rehabilitation-seniors-falls-mobility-drba-5875731

Developers hope the robot can boost seniors’ rehabilitation and independence as Singapore moves towards becoming a super-aged society.

09/06/2026

Harnessing Technology for a more inclusive society

Off-the-shelf toys often require fine motor skills, creating physical barriers and expensive challenges for children with special needs. To promote inclusivity, engineers from DSO National Laboratories modify everyday toys by rewiring circuits and replacing tiny buttons with custom, 3D-printed adaptive switches activated by a light touch.

These 3D-printed switches cost roughly one-fifth of commercial alternatives while being tailored to each child's specific physical needs. Since 2015, DSO has modified 190 toys, trained over 50 individuals, and provided open-source design files and instructional videos, enabling schools and care centers to independently print and maintain these accessible toys.

Read more:
https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/community/adaptive-switches-rewired-circuits-allow-children-with-special-needs-to-play-with-toys-like-others

03/06/2026

According to a recent report, the number of youth caregivers under 35 in MINDSibs, a support programme by MINDS for siblings of persons with special needs, has recently doubled from 160 to over 320. This rise is driven by declining fertility rates and an increase in special needs diagnoses.

This hit close to home for our team. We recently had an intern who has a sibling with special needs. While she isn't the primary caregiver, she at times sought alternative work arrangements to step up to support her sibling when her parents were busy. The maturity, reliability, and resilience she brought to work are likely a reflection of the responsibilities she shoulders for her sibling.

The news story is a reminder of the unseen responsibilities some young professionals carry today.

Read the full story here:
https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/community/more-youth-caring-for-siblings-with-special-needs-as-support-programme-doubles-in-size?ref=more-on-this-topic

28/05/2026

A new index being developed by Access Singapore and Milieu Insight arrives amid reports of slowing social mobility in Singapore, with a growing proportion of children from lower-income households struggling to climb the socio-economic ladder.

To help fix this, Access Singapore suggested giving young people more job guidance, mentors, and second chances to succeed. At the same time, major bank Morgan Stanley joined them to help close this gap, as people push for everyone to have equal access to helpful networks.

Read more: https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/community/charity-to-release-new-social-capital-index-in-2027-amid-concerns-over-slowing-mobility-in-spore

22/05/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Renee Chong from MangaChat for warmly hosting a group of students from Westwood Secondary School.

During the session, Renee helped students better understand emotions and how to manage them in healthy ways. She also shared her personal and professional journey, offering honest reflections and encouragement to inspire students as they think about their own paths ahead.

We would also like to thank Sean Tan from NUS Enterprise for sharing more about the ecosystem at BLOCK71 Social Impact Hub, giving students a glimpse into the wider world of innovation, entrepreneurship and social impact.

We are grateful for partners like Renee and Sean, who take the time to create meaningful learning moments for young people and remind them that growth, resilience and self-belief are all part of the journey.