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Day 3 at TIYA Conference 2025: Turning Insight into Actionable Plans

Day 3 at TIYA Conference 2025: Turning Insight into Actionable Plans

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.

Miscellaneous |

We Can Face Impermanence and Grief with Greater Ease

We Can Face Impermanence and Grief with Greater Ease

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.

Miscellaneous | Tzu-Chi Foundation

Experience the Power of Silence through Right Mindfulness

Experience the Power of Silence through Right Mindfulness

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?

Miscellaneous |

The Inaugural SYNC. Festival Promotes Sustainable Wellbeing

The Inaugural SYNC. Festival Promotes Sustainable Wellbeing

Do you get enough rest every day? During this year’s Youth Day, Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) hosted a large-scale initiative cum fundraising event, SYNC. Festival, to promote the concept of sustainable wellbeing.

Charity, Education, Env. Protection |

Pause, Realign, Reset: Seven Types of Rest

Pause, Realign, Reset: Seven Types of Rest

True rest is not about 'doing nothing'. At SYNC. Festival 2025, young people were invited to explore ways to nourish and balance various aspects of the self, including the mind, emotions, senses, body, social relationships, creativity and spirituality.

Charity, Education, Env. Protection |

SYNC. Festival: A Movement That Addresses Singapore’s Youth Mental Wellbeing Challenge

SYNC. Festival: A Movement That Addresses Singapore’s Youth Mental Wellbeing Challenge

It all began with one question: “What does it look like to take care of ourselves, each other, and the planet — at the same time?” Conversations sparked ideas, which translated into actions. Tzu-Chi Foundation (Singapore) now presents SYNC. Festival, an annual community wellness movement that empowers youth to take charge of their own wellbeing while inspiring them to champion green causes to save the planet.

Tzu Chi Teenagers Visit Kukup Island and Learn from Nature

Tzu Chi Teenagers Visit Kukup Island and Learn from Nature

Silver storks, kingfishers, mudskippers, ospreys… animals rarely seen in our city landscape were adopted as names for the teams in the 2025 Tzu Chi Teenagers’ Camp. And they also represented the wildlife that they hoped to come across during the camp. So, what other novel experiences awaited the Tzu Shaos on Kukup Island?

Education |

ALT. FEST: A Meaningful Life is not about Having More, it’s about Choosing Better

ALT. FEST: A Meaningful Life is not about Having More, it’s about Choosing Better

In a world driven by expectations and consumerism, this reflection calls us to slow down, question the status quo, and rediscover what it truly means to live with purpose. To further explore and inspire more mindful, intentional living, Tzu Chi held the ALT. FEST on 14 and 15 June 2025 at the Tzu Chi Humanistic Youth Centre.

Tzu Shao Parents' Day: Doing Things We Don't Dare to Do at Home

Tzu Shao Parents' Day: Doing Things We Don't Dare to Do at Home

How do teenagers express their gratitude to their parents on Parents’ Day? Some parents shared that such intimate interaction such as foot bathing are rare at home, but the heartfelt atmosphere created by Tzu Chi makes the experience natural and heartening.

Education |

Food Farmacy Unveils Flavourful New Diet That Is Oil-Free and Low in Salt

Food Farmacy Unveils Flavourful New Diet That Is Oil-Free and Low in Salt

"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!"

Medicine, Miscellaneous |

Spreading Kindness Beyond Religion This Hari Raya Puasa

Spreading Kindness Beyond Religion This Hari Raya Puasa

This year’s Hari Raya Festive Gathering held special meaning for renal patient Muhammad Hisham. Just before the festive season, he was hospitalised due to a wound infection and missed the chance to reunite with his relatives. Being able to attend the Tzu Chi celebration with his mother and share the festive joy with fellow attendees, made this experience especially warm and precious for him.

Charity |

Weaving the Three Major Life Choices Starting from Reading

Weaving the Three Major Life Choices Starting from Reading

"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.

Humanistic Culture, Miscellaneous |

Exploring Diverse Career Paths Through the Lens of Identity

Exploring Diverse Career Paths Through the Lens of Identity

Fifteen youths illustrated life’s possibilities through their own lens using photographs, simultaneously exploring the intersection of art and career.

Miscellaneous |

Through Sharing Her Culture, Nidhi Gupta Helps Seniors Age Well

Through Sharing Her Culture, Nidhi Gupta Helps Seniors Age Well

From introducing snacks to teaching Bollywood dance, Nidhi Gupta enjoys sharing with residents of SEEN @ Bukit Batok her rich and unique Indian culture. Through specially curated and diverse activities, she encourages the residents to embrace active ageing.

Tzu Chi Renal Dialysis Centre Opens in Buangkok

Tzu Chi Renal Dialysis Centre Opens in Buangkok

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.

Miscellaneous |

Volunteers Celebrate Spring Festival with Residents at the Institute of Mental Health

Volunteers Celebrate Spring Festival with Residents at the Institute of Mental Health

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.

Charity, Miscellaneous |

Sharifah Faizah: Why I Left the Corporate World to Work in an NGO

Sharifah Faizah: Why I Left the Corporate World to Work in an NGO

From embracing the corporate grind to volunteering and now working in a non-governmental organisation (NGO), Sharifah Faizah has led quite a colourful life. She shares more about how she got to this place in her life, the challenges and her own personal development.

People |

Lens of Identity: Photography as a Guiding Light for Youths

Lens of Identity: Photography as a Guiding Light for Youths

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.

Miscellaneous |