Ms Tan Siew Ling: Deafblind Programme Client
Read about her story on The Straits Times: https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/she-lost-her-sight-and-her-hearing-but-she-never-lost-hope-and-optimism
Forum: Seniors urged to prioritise getting hearing checked
Read the article on The Straits Times: https://www.straitstimes.com/opinion/forum/forum-seniors-urged-to-prioritise-getting-hearing-checked
Signs of Inclusion: CHAGEE’s Signing Store Featured on CNA
CHAGEE’s Signing Store – Southeast Asia’s first outlet led by deaf partners – was recently featured on Channel NewsAsia.
Located at NUS, the store brings inclusive hiring to life. SADeaf is grateful for the opportunity to make small contributions – from job coaching and matching to accessibility guidance – as part of this meaningful collaboration.
Catch the CNA feature below to see how the Signing Store is brewing inclusion, one order at a time.
SADeaf’s Walk 2025 in the Media: Celebrating Visibility and Inclusion
More Than Words: Walk with a Difference was more than just a community event—it was a movement for accessibility and inclusion, and we’re thrilled to see it resonate with so many. The media coverage has helped amplify our message, showcasing the impact of the event on participants and the broader community.
📰 Media Highlights
Here’s a roundup of the press and broadcast coverage featuring our walk:
Lianhe Zaobao – 1500人穿手语T恤义走创纪录 筹32万元善款挺听障者 (https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/singapore/story20250525-6466178 )
Tamil Murasu – நடை மூலம் நன்கொடை: செவிப்புலன் இல்லாதோர்க்கு $320,000 நிதிதிரட்டு
(https://www.tamilmurasu.com.sg/singapore/320000-hearing-impaired-donation-walk)
The Business Times – ERA raises more than S$260,000 for Singapore Association for the Deaf (https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/lifestyle/era-raises-more-s260000-singapore-association-deaf )
The Straits Times – Some 1,500 join charity walk to raise more than $320,000 for the deaf community (https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/some-1500-join-charity-walk-to-raise-more-than-320000-for-the-deaf-community)
Mediacorp Channel 5 News Tonight
Mediacorp Channel 8 Singapore Today
Mediacorp CNA Singapore Tonight
Mediacorp Vasantham Selthi
Expanding Accessibility: Singapore Introduces Video Relay System for the Deaf Community
A video featuring the Video Relay Service, was published on Channel News Asia’s YouTube channel on 27 February 2025. New video-relay system to help Singapore’s deaf community get easier access to everyday services
Singapore is taking significant steps toward inclusivity with the introduction of a new video relay service(VRS) designed to assist the deaf community in accessing everyday services. This system enables users to communicate using Singapore Sign Language (SgSL) through a centralized pool of interpreters, facilitating tasks such as booking appointments and checking bank details.
The implementation of this system is part of a broader national effort to improve inclusivity and follows the Social and Family Development Ministry’s initiative to recognize SgSL as the official language for the deaf community. This move aims to increase participation and inclusion of deaf individuals in workplaces, international events, and educational settings.
The video relay service, facilitated through platforms like Zoom, promises to streamline communication for deaf individuals by providing instant access to interpreters. This could significantly reduce the delays currently experienced with alternative communication methods such as emails or online chats, which can take several days to process requests.
Overall, the introduction of the video relay system marks a pivotal step in Singapore’s journey toward an inclusive society, offering the deaf community enhanced independence and integration into the broader social fabric.
Breaking Barriers: Shufeng’s Impact on Workplace Inclusion
Born deaf, Luo Shufeng faced numerous challenges in her job search and often felt isolated and helpless. With assistance from The Singapore Association for the Deaf, Shufeng secured an administrative position at Lee Wee Brothers, a company committed to inclusion.
Shufeng actively integrated into her team and took the initiative to share basic sign language with her colleagues. This not only removed communication barriers but fostered creativity within the team. Together, they are challenging misperceptions about the deaf.
Shoutout to Lee Wee Brothers for their dedication to creating an inclusive workplace for deaf workers like Shufeng.
Shufeng’s story was published on Lianhe Zaobao’s YouTube channel on 21 Feb 2025.