Lien Centre for Social Innovation

Lien Centre for Social Innovation The Lien Centre for Social Innovation, a partnership between the Lien Foundation and Singapore Management University (SMU), was established in 2006.

The Lien Centre contributes to a more equitable, inclusive and vibrant society by addressing social needs through innovative approaches. We drive socially innovative solutions by strengthening social sector organisations so that they become influential and effective partners with business and government. We also work at the intersection of the public, private and social sectors to catalyse social innovation

07/08/2024

Empowering women, enriching entrepreneurship! πŸš€
Our Women in Entrepreneurship (WiE) programme has concluded, but the impact of our talented founders is only just beginning. In partnership with by Standard Chartered Singapore, we've been privileged to support female youth-led startups and aspiring entrepreneurs with training and mentoring over the past year.
Watch the highlight video featuring the first cohort of WiE founders showcasing their groundbreaking ideas and pitches to our programme partners.
We can't wait to see the incredible things they'll achieve! πŸ’«

🎬 Lights, camera, education! Last week, members of the SMU community and beyond joined us for an exclusive screening of ...
31/07/2024

🎬 Lights, camera, education! Last week, members of the SMU community and beyond joined us for an exclusive screening of the acclaimed documentary Unteachable Documentary, followed by an insightful panel Q&A that shed light on the film’s creation and the present and future of education in Singapore. Through the film’s exploration of Singapore’s three-stream education, examination of emerging peer-to-peer pedagogy, and subsequent panel discussion of the nascent full subject-based banding system, the evening was one of thought-provoking dialogue and meaningful connections.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our esteemed panelists Lisa Teh and Damian Ng of the Unteachable team, Nathan Peng (Singapore Management University), and Ng Pak Tee (Nanyang Technological University) for contributing their valuable experiences and insights, Baker Hughes for their support, as well as all who attended for making this event possible.

Stay tuned for more happenings as we remain committed to fostering social learning and community dialogue.
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30/07/2024

The Outdoor Sports Kakis are passionate in embracing the great outdoors and fostering a love for active living! Their mission is to enrich the lives of individuals with Special Needs (SN) through engaging outdoor sports and meaningful connections with nature. Discover how they have created an inclusive space for the community to explore the beauty of nature and stay active together!
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π–π‘πšπ­'𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐧 𝐭𝐑𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐨𝐝 (π–π†πˆπ“π‡) highlights various projects done for the community and by the community in Singapore β€” Visit https://lcsi.smu.edu.sg/ground-up-initiatives/ to learn more about the ground-initiatives happening around you and how you can play a part! ✨

Join us for an exclusive screening of the acclaimed film Unteachable Documentary. This film documents the groundbreaking...
12/07/2024

Join us for an exclusive screening of the acclaimed film Unteachable Documentary. This film documents the groundbreaking teaching methods revolutionizing education for Singapore's Normal (Technical) stream students through one teacher's journey.

Stay afterward for an insightful panel Q&A to delve deeper into the making of the film and the broader topic of education in Singapore. Dinner will be provided.

Limited seats available! Register at tinyurl.com/Unteachable2024 by Monday, 22 July 2024.

Event Detail:
πŸ“… Date: Thursday, 25 July 2024
⏰ Time: 6:00 - 9:00 PM
πŸ“ Location: SMU U-Lounge, Level 6, SMU Administration Building (81 Victoria St)

More details of the event can be found here: smu.sg/unteachable2024

03/07/2024

πŸŽ¨πŸ‘©β€πŸ³ Gen-Closer is here to connect generations! Through engaging activities like tote bag painting, terrarium making, ice cream making, and even day trips like duck tours! They’re building a community where the elderly and young adults can bond and learn together. Learn more on how these youth are bridging the generational divide and creating lasting connections! 🀝

27/06/2024

Since 2017, Atiqah has been a beacon of hope for migrant workers in Singapore.🌟 What began as a small Hari Raya celebration among friends has blossomed into a remarkable initiative. Today, Atiqah's efforts include fundraising for mosques and organizing an annual Iftar distribution during Ramadan for migrant workers in dormitories. Allowing all migrant workers to celebrate the festivities together with us!

28/05/2024

Kickstarted by SMU students, Project Kidleidoscope helps kids from underprivileged communities build on their social competencies through fun and interactive actiities.🌟

π–π‘πšπ­'𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐧 𝐭𝐑𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐨𝐝 (π–π†πˆπ“π‡) highlights various projects done for the community and by the community in Singapore β€” 𝐂π₯𝐒𝐜𝐀 𝐭𝐨 π₯𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 about the ground-initiatives happening around you and how you can play a part! ✨

09/04/2024

🍲 The Saturday Movement's Community Kitchen project serves 300 households in Lengkok Bahru, where 90% are elderly living in rental housing. With free lunches and meal vouchers, they provide not just nourishment, but a chance for neighbors to connect and dine with dignity. πŸ‘΅πŸ»πŸ’žπŸ‘΄πŸ»

π–π‘πšπ­'𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐧 𝐭𝐑𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐨𝐝 (π–π†πˆπ“π‡) highlights various projects done for the community and by the community in Singapore β€” Visit https://lcsi.smu.edu.sg/ground-up-initiatives/ to learn more about the ground-initiatives happening around you and how you can play a part! ✨

28/03/2024

'Hey, You Got Mail!’ is a ground-up initiative that sparked when a team of youths realized the worsening issue of social isolation amongst seniors due to Covid-19 safe-distancing measures. πŸ’Œ Through befriending activities such as 'To Your Doorstep', 'Goes Digital', 'Buddy O'Clock' these youth hopes to reduce social isolation and promote intergeneration bonding between youths and seniors. Watch the video to find out more!

π–π‘πšπ­'𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐧 𝐭𝐑𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐨𝐝 (π–π†πˆπ“π‡) highlights various projects done for the community and by the community in Singapore β€” Visit https://lcsi.smu.edu.sg/ground-up-initiatives/ to learn more about the ground-initiatives happening around you and how you can play a part! ✨

πŸŽ‰ We are thrilled to announce the top 10 teams that have been selected to join the Women in Entrepreneurship Incubator p...
27/10/2023

πŸŽ‰ We are thrilled to announce the top 10 teams that have been selected to join the Women in Entrepreneurship Incubator powered by Standard Chartered Singapore and Singapore Management University!

After an incredibly competitive application process, we're excited to reveal the exceptional women-led teams that have demonstrated remarkable potential and innovation. These extraordinary entrepreneurs have been chosen for their groundbreaking ideas, unwavering passion, and commitment to driving impactful change in their respective industries.

Join us in congratulating the following trailblazing teams:
β–ͺ️ Bridging Generations – Innovating the preservation of culture and heritage
β–ͺ️ Commenhers - Revolutionising sustainable fashion
β–ͺ️ Ferticlay - Transforming waste into sustainable building materials
β–ͺ️ FinESG – Driving sustainability in business through data analysis
β–ͺ️ Full Circle Family - Artificial intelligence for parental wellbeing
β–ͺ️ GatherRound - Empowering communities through social impact initiatives
β–ͺ️ Greenairy – Revolutionising indoor air quality through plant-based air purification
β–ͺ️ Milkiway - Streamlining patient care by maximising health plans
β–ͺ️ Picknic - Personalised nutrition solutions for cancer patients
β–ͺ️ SpedGrow - Empowering special needs individuals via tech-driven financial education

πŸ’‘ Each of these teams embodies the spirit of resilience, creativity, and entrepreneurship, and we cannot wait to support them on their journey to success. Over the coming months, they will receive tailored guidance, mentorship, and resources to help them scale their ventures and make a lasting impact on the world.

A big thank you to our selection committee for their diligent work and to all the inspiring applicants who showcased their incredible visions and determination. Stay tuned for updates on the incredible progress these teams will undoubtedly make!

We are privileged to be one of 50 grant recipients, and the only one from Singapore, of Citi Foundation’s inaugural Glob...
27/09/2023

We are privileged to be one of 50 grant recipients, and the only one from Singapore, of Citi Foundation’s inaugural Global Innovation Challenge. The US$500,000 grant will support an investigation of the root causes of Food Insecurity locally and the development of an evidence-based pilot programme to empower and uplift food-insecure households to eventually sustain themselves independently.

Food insecurity is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, directly impacting communities around the world. The grant will strengthen our existing work on food insecurity in Singapore and, through an in-depth knowledge of the lived experiences of households, enable us to innovate a solution to systemic challenges facing low-income urban communities.

Citi Foundation’s inaugural Global Innovation Challenge provides a total of US$25 million to 50 organisations working to improve food security and the physical and financial health of underserved communities. The Lien Centre for Social Innovation at Singapore Management University is honored to work with Citi Foundation in this valuable partnership and looks forward to connecting with fellow grantees from around the world for the exchange of best practices.

Learn more about other recipients across the globe: citifoundation.com/challenge

It’s a wrap! Singapore Management University interns came together last Friday to share their summer work experience in ...
14/09/2023

It’s a wrap! Singapore Management University interns came together last Friday to share their summer work experience in the non-profit sector under the Diana Koh Social Transformation Programme. Their scope of work ranged from community research on lower income families and innovations to address senior needs, to dysphagia awareness programming and content creation on ADHD, to fundraising and corporate philanthropy research plus many others!

It was a pleasure for the Lien Centre for Social Innovation to facilitate university-industry collaborations that enable students to gain experiential learning, contribute to NPOs and participate in building a more vibrant, just and inclusive Singapore. Many thanks to all the NPO supervisors, colleagues and members who made this a memorable summer for our interns, our guest speaker Ryann Lai from UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, and the Estate of Diana Koh and Baker Hughes for their support!
A big thank you to our internship partners:
aidha Beyond Social Services Boys’ Town Care Corner SG CARE Singapore Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore Daughters Of Tomorrow Food from the Heart (Singapore) Lion Befrienders Unlocking ADHD

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