SPECIAL EVENT

Special Event: Autism Awareness 2022

We are back with our second edition of World Autism Awareness Day! We will focus on social challenges, and how society can help and be more accepting and diverse.

Tune in to our new online series, Time to Talk where we invite Singapore Association for Mental Health together with Associate Professor Leslie Lim, Senior Consultant Psychiatrist from the Department of Psychiatry in Singapore General Hospital, Singapore to discuss on social anxieties.

Plan a family day out to the museum over the weekend for a storytelling session, followed by a hands-on activity of The Different Duckling by The Storytelling Centre!

ArtScience Museum is a welcoming space for visitors of all abilities. These programmes invite audiences of all ages and abilities to come together for an engaging dialogue and play together to create beautiful artworks. 

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29 Mar – 3 Apr
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At ArtScience Museum and online
Special Event: Autism Awareness 2022 Special Event: Autism Awareness 2022

Programme Highlights

  • Time to Talk: Social Anxiety
    Time to Talk: Social Anxiety
    The current climate may cause worries and anxieties for the present and the future. Learn more about social anxieties, and how we can build a strong support system for those who might go through this struggle.
  • The Different Duckling by The Storytelling Centre
    The Different Duckling by The Storytelling Centre
    Embrace our individual uniqueness through an engaging storytelling session of The Different Duckling by The Storytelling Centre!
  • What we did in 2021
    What we did in 2021
    Join us for a virtual session as we discuss autism acceptance and learn about the misconceptions surrounding the autism spectrum from a panel of experts.
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About our Collaborators

Singapore Association for Mental Health
Singapore Association for Mental Health
Established in 1968, the Singapore Association for Mental Health (SAMH) is a non-profit and non-government social service agency that provides a comprehensive range of mental health services, which include rehabilitative, outreach and creative services, to the community in Singapore.See more
SAMH aims to reintegrate persons with mental health issues back into society through community-based mental health programmes and services that provide rehabilitative care for these individuals, and support for their families and caregivers. With a vision to promote mental wellness for all, SAMH is committed to improve the lives of, and promote acceptance and respect for, persons with mental health issues and improve the mental resilience of the community. In 2018, SAMH celebrated its 50th anniversary where the Association pledged its commitment to step up efforts and address the growing challenge of mental health issues among the people, young and old. For more information, please visit: www.samhealth.org.sg

Associate Professor Leslie Lim, Senior Consultant Psychiatrist from Department of Psychiatry in Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
Associate Professor Leslie Lim, Senior Consultant Psychiatrist from Department of Psychiatry in Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
Associate Professor Leslie Lim is a Senior Consultant Psychiatrist under the Department of Psychiatry in Singapore General Hospital, Singapore. He has worked in the public sector for over 30 years.See more
He was appointed as the president of the Singapore Association for Mental Health and was awarded the Distinguished Psychiatrist Award by the Singapore Psychiatric Association. 

The Storytelling Centre Limited
The Storytelling Centre Limited
The Storytelling Centre Limited is a non-profit organisation based in Singapore. Our core mission is to foster and advance the art of storytelling through performances, collaborations, artistic exchanges, mentorships, training, and community outreach.See more
We firmly believe that stories are storehouses of Singapore’s unique multidimensional legacy. The oral traditions of folktales, mythology, legends, and fables are avenues for preserving, showcasing, and developing Singapore’s rich and diverse heritage. Our focus is on ensuring the sustainability of the art form by nurturing emerging Young Storytellers.

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