In 1970s Singapore, amidst the neon lights and nightlife, the son of a bar and nightclub owner stood on a rooftop terrace, watching drunken patrons stumble out and hostesses with their makeup still smeared. 50 years later, he stood underneath the Bodhi tree at Jing Si Hall, exclaiming, “The path of spiritual practice — how many lifetimes must one walk it?”
“How do we want to work?” and “How do we want to connect?” During Tzu Chi Great Love Preschool’s third Professional Development Day, the speakers guided the preschool educators to rediscover their original aspirations for joining the early childhood field through interactive sharing and collaborative group activities.
The efforts for sustainable development cannot stop at national borders. The TIYA Conference 2025, held for the first time in Singapore after relocating from Taiwan, brought together youth from fourteen countries and regions.
Day 3 of the conference focused on transforming lessons learnt into tangible outcomes. The morning began with a two-hour exhibition and interactive workshops led by United Nations speakers, followed by collaborative sessions where youth delegates developed action plans, with the ultimate aim of developing measurable, sustainable and viable solutions.
Are you always thinking about what to do next, or getting lost in regret over past mistakes, leaving you unable to focus on the present moment?
Death is a lesson every person must face in life. How should one face others and oneself in this process? Through a two-day mindfulness workshop, volunteers learned to care for patients and care recipients while also attending to their own emotions.
"Oil-free, sugar-free and low-salt, can food really taste good this way?" In response to this question by seniors at the Active Ageing Carnival 2025, Tzu Chi Food Farmacy volunteers responded with a smile, "We use the natural flavours of ingredients and preserve the essence of the food, making it both healthy and delicious!"
"Where your time is, your life is." Opening the talk with these steady, thoughtful words, Lin Tien-Lai, Chief Brand Officer of the Tzu Chi Culture and Communication Foundation, set the tone for the evening.
Fifteen youths illustrated life’s possibilities through their own lens using photographs, simultaneously exploring the intersection of art and career.
Coinciding with World Kidney Day 2025, the Tzu Chi Renal Dialysis Centre was officially opened in the Buangkok community, marking a new chapter in its development.
The Lantern Festival symbolises the end of the Lunar New Year celebrations. On 16 February 2025, which is the 19th day of the first lunar month, Tzu Chi volunteers specially visited the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) to provide ongoing care and celebrate the New Year with the residents.
In tandem with Trybe Limited, Tzu Chi Humanistic Youth Centre organised the six-week Lens of Identity programme, which encourages youths to utilise photography as a medium to explore various career pathways. The programme culminated in a photography exhibition, where the participants showcased their works to the public. The programme is powered by National Youth Council.
Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) has overcome many initial struggles and challenges, flourishing over the past 31 years. On 22 September 2024, the staff prepared food and activities for more than 400 volunteers to show their appreciation.
"What is happiness? Is living a fairy-tale life like Snow White with her Prince Charming the definition of happiness?” Over a hundred attendees gathered at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre to listen to Mr. Ang Chin Koon, the Founder and CEO of CK Group, and Mr. Low Swee Seh, CEO of the Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore), as they shared insights on the path to a fulfilling life.
Ang Chin Koon, an entrepreneur who has a deep affinity with Tzu Chi and has been engaging in charitable activities for 24 years, delved into the worlds of culture and art to contribute to charity.
10,900 is the number of days Tzu Chi has served the local communities in Singapore.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among Singaporean women. How can we prevent it?
On the streets and alleys of Singapore, Tzu Chi volunteers hold donation boxes in their hands to appeal for kindness from the public. As the weight of the boxes increases, it reflects the boundless love of people in Singapore.
The earth is currently plagued by both natural and man-made disasters. How should we incorporate and practise sustainability in our daily lives?
As inhabitants of the Earth,
it is our duty and mission to take care of our planet.
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