The session from TWC2 has informed me of many underlying issues facing Singapore, specifically about migrant workers who face discrimination and unfairness. Before the talk by TWC2, I had always thought that Singapore is a very safe and fair place to both its citizens and its immigrants, but now, I realized that as with any […]

Deborah Emmanuel and her poetry has taught me many lessons and allowed me to look at topics from a different perspective. Being born to an abusive father in an Indian bloodline without speaking an Indian language, Deborah said, “I wanted to feel like I belonged”, but that “I only speak someone else’s language.” Before, I […]

After listening to Robyne Hayes today, I have learned many new things about underage marriages, oppression, and many other issues facing girls and women in LEDCs. Using photography, Robyne Hayes effectively showed me the many issues and difficulties facing young women in LEDCs, whether it be underage marriage, or being forced to stay at home. […]

I really enjoyed the talk from Chetan Bhagat. After hearing his background, I learned that he was originally a banker. However, because of the issues in India and because of his bad boss, he decided to start writing. He noted that he didn’t write for awards, but rather, for change. He states that he tries […]

After listening to the session with Steve Dawson, I had learned many things about not only the way he writes but what influenced him to become a journalist too. He stated in the session that since a young age, he has always been a big fan of sports. After being a tax accountant for some […]