Observing World Population Day 2026: 11 July Every year, World Population Day brings conversations about declining birth rates, ageing populations, and the future of our society. In Singapore, these discussions are becoming increasingly familiar. We read about our record-low fertility rate in 2025, an ageing population, and the challenges of sustaining future generations. These are important conversations. 2025's World Population Day theme, "Empowering young people to create

As Father's Day approaches, I find myself reflecting on my own father. As I've grown older, I've come to realise that no parent is perfect, and no father gets everything right. But one thing I have never doubted is his love. Looking back, I realise how blessed my childhood was because of the many experiences my parents gave me, the opportunities they created, and the gifts they delighted in sharing. They were expressions of a love that wanted their children to have more than

In the work of supporting women through an unplanned pregnancy, creating a safe space is often spoken about. But in reality, it is not something perfect or scripted. “It is to be willing to listen to them,” Vanessa shares, “even if imperfectly we are. It is to be human to others.” Sometimes, that looks like continuing a conversation through a text message. Sometimes, it is a phone call. Sometimes, it is simply trying again, gently, without judgement. “It’s just a start,” she

"I'm not ready." For many facing an unplanned pregnancy, this may be one of the first and most honest thoughts that comes. It can feel heavy, frightening, and even final. Especially in a society like Singapore, where life often follows a timeline, education, career, marriage, then children, feeling "not ready" can feel like something is wrong. But what if it isn't? What if feeling not ready is not a sign of failure, but a sign that you are taking this seriously? When Fear Fee