Agenda
09:00 – 09:15
Opening remarks
09:15 – 09:30
Opening keynote address
CONNECTED COMMUNITIES
09:30 – 10:10
[Case Study Presentation]
The Power of Community: Connecting, Catalysing and Collaborating for Impact
This session delves into the transformative power of community engagement, exploring strategies to build trust, foster collaboration, and drive sustainable change. Learn how to connect diverse communities, empower local voices, and leverage partnerships to amplify impact.
Speaker:

Zed Teo
Senior Director for Community Relations & Engagement
Volunteer Management
10:10 – 10:50
[Case Study Presentation]
Effective Volunteer Management: From Recruitment to Retention
Speaker:

Priscilla Gan
Director of Volunteer Resource Optimisation
10:50 – 11:10
Morning networking break
Stakeholder Engagement
11:10 – 11:50
[Case Study Presentation]
Stakeholder Engagement in Community Initiatives
Speaker:

Andrew Ong
Director of Partnerships & Strategic Communications
Innovative Engagement
11:50 – 12:20
[Panel Discussion]
Innovative Engagement Techniques for Modern Communities
12:20 – 13:20
Networking lunch
Public Engagement
13:20 – 14:00
[Case Study Presentation]
Stewardship Model of Engaging Older Adults in a Super-Aged Society
Speaker:

Dr Sng Hock Lin
Chief of Silver Generation Office
Measurement
14:00 – 14:40
[Case Study Presentation]
Measuring the Impact of Community Programmes
Empowered Communities
14:40 – 15:20
[Case Study Presentation]
Community-Led Resilience: Scaling Impact Across Sectors
Strong, resilient communities are built when residents take the lead in shaping their own futures. Resilience Trails is a powerful example of how experiential learning can equip local changemakers with the skills, confidence, and networks to drive meaningful social impact.
As Resilience Trails expands into a multi-sectoral partnership with grassroots organisations and government partners across Singapore, this session will explore how community-led initiatives can be scaled for greater impact. Learn how to foster collaboration, mobilise resources, and create sustainable support systems that empower communities from within.
Speaker:

Phua Huijia
Founding Director
15:20 – 15:40
Afternoon networking break
Legacy Building
15:40 – 16:20
[Case Study Presentation]
Building a Lasting Legacy in Community Engagement
This concluding session will tie together the key insights and strategies shared throughout the conference, focusing on how to scale and sustain community engagement efforts for long-term success. With a focus on leadership, innovation, and collaboration, learn how to build a resilient framework that ensures your community programmes leave a lasting impact.
Speaker:

Tan Hock Leong
Chief ActiveSG
16:20 – 16:30