July 3, 2023 @ 8:00 am - July 10, 2023 @ 5:00 pm PST
Singapore Sustainability Education Caravan
TOURong Kalikasan sa Singapore is a unique learning opportunity for individuals from all walks of life to understand and embrace sustainable practices. From July 3-10, 2023, participants will embark on sustainability tours, engage in nature education activities, visit schools, and actively participate in a community conference to be held on July 9. These diverse experiences will provide valuable insights into the importance of sustainable development and equip participants with the knowledge and skills to make a positive impact in their communities.
Building upon the tremendous success of our previous programs held in Sagada, Mountain Province in 2022 and San Juan, La Union in February 2023, we are excited to embark on another transformative journey of positive change in Singapore.
Objectives:
Enhance individual and environmental well-being through sustainable practices
Empower participants to become sustainability leaders
Encourage cultural exchange and sharing
Provide resources for sustainable living
Collaborate with organizations and individuals to advance sustainability
Featured Activities
Sustainability Tours – Offered as part of the program, these tours provide participants with an immersive experience in fascinating locations. Through engaging hands-on activities and explorations, individuals deepen their knowledge of sustainability and forge a meaningful connection with the environment.
School Visits – During the school visits, participants have the opportunity to engage in a meaningful cultural exchange and witness firsthand the implementation of sustainable practices in educational institutions. Through enriching discussions and observations of successful sustainability initiatives, participants are inspired to adopt similar practices within their own communities.
TOURong Kalikasan Community Conference – This community conference offers a platform for dynamic discussions and the exchange of valuable insights into sustainable development. Participants gain practical skills and knowledge, empowering them to make a positive impact within their communities and contribute to the broader sustainability agenda.
Floorball Green Leadership Program – Youth participants in TKS hone their leadership skills in the context of floorball while promoting sustainability and environmental consciousness. Youth floorball players will participate in Singapore Floorball Open from July 6-9. Friendly Games with Singapore teams were also organized from July 4-5. The Gifting Floorball, Giving Life: Recycling and Donation Campaign will also be conducted.
Transforming Communities towards Sustainability: TOURong Kalikasan Community Conference
TOURong Kalikasan Community Conference is scheduled on July 9, 2023, Sunday at HFSE International School located at Mountbatten Centre, Singapore . It is a half-day learning event with several breakout learning sessions related to mental health and self-care practices, sustainability leadership, financial literacy, gender sensitivity, and environmental sustainability. We estimate that about 150 to 200 Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), Filipinos based in Singapore, and other participants will attend.
Featured Speakers
TEACHER ROCHELLE RAZO
Teacher Rochelle is the Co-Founder and School Principal of John Dewey School for Children (JDSC). She is also the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Partnerships for Sustainability Education (PSE). She placed 2nd in rank in the Licensure Exam for Teachers in 2009 and finished her Masters degree in Educational Psychology in the University of the Philippines Diliman. She is a passionate advocate for mental health, transformational education, sustainability leadership, and sustainable practices. With extensive classroom teaching experience from preschool to graduate studies, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her roles.
MS. NINALYN CACANANTA
Founder and CEO, HFSE Global Education Group. She is an Edupreneur with 6 other entities serving the HAPI Community, HFSE International School, HFSE Youngstarters, HFSE Global Academy, HFSE Vizschool, HAPI Haus and HAPI Space. She is recipient of the 2022 ASEAN Women Entrepreneurs Network Award.
HOCK WOON CHIANG
Dr. Chiang Hock Woon is a highly experienced professional with 25 years of senior management positions in the public service. He has held significant roles in health, social (sport), and military sectors, including chairmanship and board positions. He has successfully undertaken strategic transformation projects, guided organizational change management, and overseen large-scale capital projects. Dr. Chiang holds certifications in various areas, including Leadership and Organizational Development, Psychology & Neuroscience of Mental Health, Sport & Exercise, Learning Sciences (Education), Policy & Strategy, Executive Health & Wellness, Strength and Conditioning, and Computer Science. He specializes in leadership coaching, organizational change, and human capital transformation, offering invaluable expertise in these areas.
AG SAÑO
Filipino muralist, photographer, and environmentalist, he has painted more than a thousand large-scale murals of dolphins and ecological issues in public spaces in 16 countries.
SIEGRID BANGYAY
Siegrid Bangyay is an Igorot from Sagada, Mt Province, the Philippines. Trained by the American master potter, Archie Stapleton, Siegrid has practiced pottery for more than 20 years now. She pioneered the integration of bamboo and woven rattan elements with stoneware pottery and is also known to creatively include sculptural objects in her art pieces. Her world-class skills in pottery earned her invitations to exhibit her works around the country and abroad. In 2014, she joined a Contemporary Southeast Asian Pottery exhibition in Virginia, USA.
MIGS BRAVO DUTT
Migs Bravo Dutt is a globally published writer and researcher. She is the author of The Rosales House, a contemporary novel published by Penguin Random House SEA. Her essays, including one in the Washington Post about her pandemic experience in the USA, have gained recognition. Migs has contributed prose and poetry to various anthologies and journals and has been featured in literary interviews and programs across Asia, Europe, and the USA.
DR. BERVYN LEE
Dr. Bervyn Lee is a seasoned professional with 25 years of management experience in private, public, and non-profit sectors, specializing in education, sports, and health. Known for his independent and innovative thinking, he tackles challenges with a fresh perspective. A skilled team builder and an effective communicator, Dr. Lee fosters collaboration and maximizes individual potential. As an executive coach since 2013 and a Certified Leadership Practices Inventory (LPI) Coach, Dr. Lee excels in leadership development, mentoring, and executive coaching. His certifications in Sports Psychology, Education, and Sports Science further enhance his expertise.
ROCHELLE DEANNA RDM
Rochelle Deanna RDM is a Financial Services Director with 14 years of insurance industry experience. Rochelle’s talk is centered around empowering individuals to take control of their financial future. With her straightforward delivery and practical examples, she guides audiences through the intricacies of financial management. Rochelle’s goal is to equip her listeners with the knowledge they need to make informed financial decisions.
JEREMY SY
Jeremy is a director at Agency, a design and innovation practice in Singapore. He has a background in advertising and futures thinking, and is currently training to be a psychotherapist. He’s on a personal journey to bring all these experiences together to help people, companies and entire countries create better futures for themselves.
PROGRAM AND SCHEDULE
July 3
Manila to Changi Airport, Singapore
July 4
Gardens by the Bay
Beach Clean-up at East Coast Park
Floorball Friendly Game
July 5
Botanic Gardens
Floorball Friendly Game
Marina Barrage
Sustainable Singapore Gallery
July 6
National University of Singapore (NUS) Tour
Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum
Bendemeer Primary School Tour
SG Floorball Open
July 7
Happy Family School of Excellence (HFSE) International School
SG Mobility Centre
China Town, Singapore
July 8
Pulau Ubin
SG Floorball Open
July 9
Transforming Communities towards Sustainability: TOURong Kalikasan Conference
SG Floorball Open
July 10
Philippine Embassy in Singapore, Singapore to Manila
Sponsorship benefits
As a Sponsor, your organization will have a prominent role in TOURong Kalikasansa Singapore , gaining significant exposure and recognition.
Prominent logo placement in event promotional materials, including posters, brochures, and social media platforms
Social Media Exposure: Sponsors will be acknowledged and promoted on our official social media platforms, including mentions, tags, and dedicated posts
TOURong Kalikasan Shirts: Sponsors will have their logos featured on trendy event shirts provided to all organizers and partners. Some pieces will be raffled off during TOURong Kalikasan Community Conference on July 9, 2023
Privilege to display banner stand in the conference venue
Company AVP played during the conference
Company logo in sponsors’ video loop during the conference