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📢 Exciting News! 🌍📚 Join us for the Sembang Ilmu Plus(+) Forum on "The Destiny of Heritage – Our Common Challenges," where we'll explore the rich tapestry of our cultural heritage and its importance in today's world.
🗓️ Date: Saturday, 17 February 2024
🕒 Time: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
📍 Venue: The POD @ National Library Building, 100 Victoria St, Singapore 188064
Each speaker will have 15-20 minutes to present on various thought-provoking topics, followed by a dynamic Q&A session moderated by Teman Warisan (Cultural Heritage Ambassador), Ms. Shireen Marican. We aim to offer diverse perspectives on the challenges of preserving our shared heritage. Here's a sneak peek at what to expect:
🌟 Ms. Aidli 'Alin' Mosbit discusses "What the Youth Needs Now: Heritage Education". Explore how heritage education shapes cultural preservation and fosters appreciation for diversity.
🌟 Dr. Ivan Kwek Eng Tai delves into "Making Heritage, Making Futures" from his lens. Discover how heritage isn't just about the past; it's a practice of future-making, shaping our present actions and the future we enter.
🌟 Ms Sunitha Janamohanan presents "Towards a Shared but Uncommon Understanding of Heritage". Explore the gap between heritage experts and the public and how meaningful connections can deepen our commitment to safeguarding our heritage.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to engage with these esteemed speakers who bring fresh perspectives to the world of heritage preservation. Let's come together to celebrate and protect our cultural heritage!
Stay tuned for more details on this enlightening Forum! 😊
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