This book is the second in Singapore Children's Society's series of collected lectures by distinguished speakers on various aspects of childhood. The chapters feature the speakers' personal narratives and professional expertise in their various fields of work, as well as their replies to pertinent questions from members of the public about the issues faced by children growing up in Singapore. It is our hope that the book will serve as an invaluable resource for members of the public who are interested in finding out more about the changes to childhood in Singapore over the years.
Contents:
Foreword
Preface
Acknowledgements
About Singapore Children's Society and the Lectures
Growing Up in the Digital World (Han Fook Kwang)
Our Children, Their Hopes and Future (Grace Fu)
Definition of Success Doing Justice to One's Blessings (Chan Chun Sing)
Growing Up in an Unequal Society (Teo You Yenn)
Parenting: Does One Size Fit All? (John M Elliott)
A Shared Journey Safeguarding our Children (Priscilla Lui Tsang Sun-Kai)
The Book Committee
Readership: General public, students and academics in the fields of psychology, social work, sociology, mass media and education, and practitioners, policy makers, and other stakeholders involved in working with children and their families. Key Features:
The six lectures featured in the book highlight issues pertinent to the welfare and well-being of children, youth and families in Singapore. It is our hope that the book will serve as a invaluable resource for members of the public who are interested in finding out more about the changes to childhood in Singapore over the years