MAJU: The Youth Policy Initiative

[In Case You Missed It: How Can We Encourage the Consumption of Locally Produced Food?] MP Gerald Giam (Aljunied GRC) asked in a parliamentary sitting in November 2024 what was being done to increase the buying of locally produced food by major purchasers that supply Government bodies, including the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) and public hospitals. His question was asked in light of the “30 by 30” goal to locally produce 30 per cent of Singapore’s nutritional needs by 2030. Swipe to find out how the government encourages the supply of local produce and how we can support SG Fresh Produce! #MAJUSG #PublicPolicy #LocalProduce #SFA #FoodSecurity #ICYMI

Wishing everyone a Happy New Year and a wonderful 2025! We can't wait to embark on another year with you! Love, The MAJU Team

[In Case You Missed It: How Can Prisoners' Rights to Private Communication Be Safeguarded by our Institutions?] MP Dr Jamus Lim (Sengkang GRC) asked about the preventive measures that the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Attorney General's Chambers will implement to mitigate future breaches of private communications by Prisoners Awaiting Capital Punishment. Swipe to find out more about the relationship between between prisoners’ privacy and the state’s responsibility, as well as MHA's role in striking this balance! #MAJUSG #PublicPolicy #Rights #MHA #LegalSystem #ICYMI

In Case You Missed It: How Can The Online World Be a Source of Both Distress and Psychological Aid? What measures have been implemented to make the online world more conducive? What are some possible partnerships between the government and corporations? Swipe to find out! #MAJUSG #PublicPolicy #MentalHealth #DigitalWellbeing #MOH #ICYMI

[Policy Explainer: Flexible Work Arrangements: From Nine-to-Five to Flex-and-Thrive] Flexible Work Arrangements (FWAs) has been well received amongst Singaporeans. However, there have been concerns and stigmas surrounding the implementation of FWAs. In this throwback, read our Policy Explainer (written by Gan Xin Chen and Janessa Valencia Guo Jiaxuan to find out more about the Tripartite Guidlines on FWAs and how other countries are dealing with FWAs in the workplace. #MAJUSG #PolicyExplainer #PublicPolicy #FlexibleWorkArrangements #4DayWorkWeek

[MAJU x PMHaze: Haze-Free Horizons] This past Saturday, MAJU joined hands with PM.Haze (People's Movement to Stop Haze) and Professor Ben Cashore from the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy to hold a workshop on Environmental Policymaking in Southeast Asia! During the workshop, our MAJU members introduced some public policy frameworks to better understand the policymaking process in tackling regional environmental challenges. The workshop entailed discussion groups, final presentations, and of course opportunities to learn from new friends! A big thank you to PMHaze and Professor Ben Cashore for making this possible, and we can't wait to work together again! #MAJUSG #PublicPolicy #PMHaze #Environment #Haze #Workshop #MAJUCollabs

[In Case You Missed It: How can we age with ease?] What is Singapore doing to make living environments more senior-friendly? What is EASE and how effective has it been in promoting active ageing and inclusivity in Singapore? Swipe to find out! #MAJUSG #PublicPolicy #Activeageing #EASE #Seniors #ICYMI

Just a reminder that recruitment for Policy Explainer Writers will end in 2 days on 14 December! More information can be found in the sign-up form: https://lnkd.in/gJR_8KXf Join now to be part of our MAJU family!

[Policy Explainer Throwback] Grooving With The Times: Our SG Arts Plan (2023 - 2027) Have you ever spotted artworks in your neighbourhood parks and staircases? Wondered what is driving the broader art scene in Singapore? Our SG Arts Plan (2023-2027) is a comprehensive and forward-looking roadmap launched by the National Arts Council to shape Singapore's arts landscape over the next five years. The plan reflects the aspirations of over 16,500 stakeholders, including artists, cultural organisations, private and public sector partners, and the general public. Read our Policy Explainer written by Tan En Xi and Vignesh Narayanan at https://lnkd.in/geRHBpEh to find out more about Our SG Arts Plan (2023 - 2027). #MAJUSG #PolicyExplainer #Throwback #Singapore #PublicPolicy #OurSGArtsPlan #TheArts

In Case You Missed It: How do I improve my skills if I am my own boss? In October 2024, NMP See Jinli Jean asked whether the Ministry of Manpower will consider to extend human capital development to freelancers. Minister Tan See Leng pointed to existing support through WSG and SSG, offering training, subsidies, and resources. Despite this, freelancers face economic volatility, with their share of the workforce declining in 2023. More youths are freelancing, and they are encouraged to leverage available resources to upskill. Are self-employed persons given the same opportunities to improve their skills? Curious to learn more about the skills improvement support provided for freelancers in Singapore? Swipe to find out! #MAJUSG #PublicPolicy #SelfEmployed #Freelancers #Upskilling #ICYMI