The Singapore Design Awards 2024, co-created with the National Council of Social Service, will continue to address the current challenges that Singapore is facing, serving as a launchpad for designers to transform them into opportunities for innovative design solutions.
This year, centred around one design challenge – How might we encourage and empower “youths in need” such that they can achieve their goals, build meaningful connections, and thrive as individuals?
Our goal is to empower these youths to reach their full potential through three key areas – Achieve, Connect, and Thrive.
Youths in need are exposed to challenging circumstances, such as socioeconomic disadvantages, family instability, school disengagement or mental health conditions. The challenges faced by our youths today are unique and multifaceted. While many benefit from existing programmes, others may not have been able to access such opportunities. These youths often may require support across multiple areas to effectively navigate their circumstances and realise their potential.
Successful applicants will be supported from a cash pool of $50,000 to develop the concept.
SDA 2024 is open for submissions until 31 October 2024.
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