An estimated one per cent of Singapore’s population are affected by autism. Doesn’t sound like much? Considering Singapore’s population is over 5 million, that would mean our country has at least 50,000 individuals with autism – with an estimated 200 new cases diagnosed annually. Despite the considerable numbers, and the fact that the prevalence of […]

SINGAPORE — Be prepared to spend even before you get to the various attractions on Sentosa Island: Chilli crab, sun-block lotion, books and even a drone are now on sale in vending machines installed along the Sentosa Boardwalk. These are all part of a new innovative retail experience to get more people to use the […]

SINGAPORE – Schools here are already committed to ensuring that children with special needs get a full education but the government can only do so much, said Second Minister for Education Indranee Rajah on Monday (March 4). Society and employers also need to be inclusive, she explained. She was responding to questions from four MPs […]

Students with special needs often find it hard to thrive in Singapore’s education system. And during the Ministry of Education’s Committee of Supply debate, Second Minister for Education Indranee Rajah focused on this topic in her speech on Monday, March 4. Compulsory education for students with special education needs According to Indranee, students with moderate […]

Many autistic individuals are not given the opportunity to serve national service, even in non-combat vocations (NS vital as new threats emerge: President; Dec 16, 2018). When they seek employment later in life, their exemption from NS raises red flags among potential employers and severely compromises their ability to secure employment. Autistic individuals who possess […]