Social Impact Catalyst

🌟 Shape the Future at the SG-VN Youth Innovation Summit! 🌟 Join changemakers and leaders from Singapore and Vietnam for an evening of inspiration and connection. 📅 Date: Friday, 13 December 2024 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (VNT) 📍 Venue: The Sentry P, Ho Chi Minh City 🎤 What’s Happening? Panel Discussion: "Empowering Youths: Building Stronger Portfolios for Future Careers" Elevator Pitches: Over 15 youth-led startups sharing innovative ideas. Fireside Chats: Futures Thinking and Opportunities for Innovative Vietnamese Youth at NUS, by NUS Enterprise Senior Associate Director. Networking: Connect with over 80 youths, VCs, founders, and industry experts. 💡 Why Attend? Youths: Discover opportunities and gain career-building insights. Professionals: Meet future leaders and explore ways to empower the next generation. 📌 Limited spots! Register now: https://lu.ma/10f3aywb Let’s create an impact together! 🌍✨ Social Impact Catalyst | NUS Social Impact Catalyst | SMU Social Impact Catalyst | FUV Social Impact Catalyst |

🌟 Shape the Future at the SG-VN Youth Innovation Summit! 🌟 Join changemakers and leaders from Singapore and Vietnam for an evening of inspiration and connection. Organized by Social Impact Catalyst (SIC), NUS Enterprise (NUS Innovation with Societal Impact BLOCK71 Global), and Skilio and sponsored by Singapore Global Network, this summit is part of an immersive trip introducing 30 student founders to the thriving startup and impact entrepreneurship ecosystem in Ho Chi Minh City. 📅 Date: Friday, 13 December 2024 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (VNT) 📍 Venue: The Sentry P, Ho Chi Minh City 🎤 What’s Happening? - Panel Discussion: "Empowering Youths: Building Stronger Portfolios with Innovation for Future Careers" - Elevator Pitches: Over 15 youth-led startups sharing innovative ideas. - Fireside Chats: Futures Thinking and Opportunities for Innovative Vietnamese Youth at NUS, by NUS Enterprise Senior Associate Director. - Networking: Connect with VCs, founders, and industry experts. 💡 Why Attend? - Youths: Discover opportunities and gain career-building insights. - Professionals: Meet future leaders and explore ways to empower the next generation. 📌 Limited spots! Register now: https://lu.ma/10f3aywb Let’s create impact together! 🌍✨ Social Impact Catalyst NUS Social Impact Catalyst SMU Social Impact Catalyst FUV Social Impact Catalyst

Hello everyone :)) I am happy to share that SMU SIC is halfway through the academic year of AY24/25! My journey at SMU SIC has been enriching and purposeful. Thus, here is a short reflection on what we did this sem! SMU SIC started the year with an enriching 7-week session on our experiential track and brought new friends to the family! Welcoming over 25 SMU students (undergrads and postgrads) and over 10 industry professionals to share their experiences with our members. We'd like to thank Sean Tan, President of our very own parent organisation, Social Impact Catalyst, for starting the first session with a BANG! Not missing one of the biggest industry players in the social entrepreneurial landscape, Alwyn Ang and Erwin Chan, PhD from raiSE SG, sharing meaningful insights with our members. Also, Nuryanee Anisah from Commenhers shares the highlights of her startup as a student entrepreneur, and lastly, Fion Mak from We Are Caring on their unique take on their perspective of how we can each do a part in the migrant community! We also invited our top 2 groups (Retrory- Vycus S. Kirthi Vasshni Logasundar Janelle Tan and Avocuddle - Hui Min Leong Chloe Ng Ancina Pang) on our graduation day for our experiential track aka Social Sharing Day, to share their ideas during our flagship networking event - Social Pulse ❤️ We are also proud of all our SMU SIC members for completing the track and starting their social entrepreneurship journey! We would also like to thank, Randy Ng, Alwyn Ang and Sean Tan for judging our groups during Social Sharing Day and giving meaningful feedback! To SMU SIC members: Social Sharing Day and Social Pulse is not the end of our journey, it is just the beginning! We do hope to see you guys grow even more and stay connected with us! A BIG & special thanks to all our esteemed panel of speakers: J.J. YiXin Chuan 庄逸馨, founder of rehyphen®, Elisa Lim, founder of Will & Well, Arun Ratnaa, Director, Sales And Marketing of Bettr, Wei Liang Lim, founder of ThinkX Global, Hernping Ang, founder of IASH.SG for giving feedback to our SIC groups and sharing their take on the social entrepreneurial landscape. Especially thankful to Lien Centre for Social Innovation, SMU Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship for sponsoring and joining us to reach out to our fellow budding entrepreneurs in this meaningful event! ❤️ 🌅 I would like to give a HUGE SHOUTOUT to my exco team for being so motivated! The sessions can't be a success without you! (Marcus Tan Felishia Notorahardjo Hena Daswani Ruotong Kong Daphne Hoh Precia Lam Josephine Hillary Noorjono Karris Ng). Also, special mention to Hena Daswani and Felishia Notorahardjo, for spearheading the Experiential track and Social Pulse respectively! I enjoyed my journey thus far, thank you Singapore Management University :) We have also created a new LinkedIn account as SMU SIC! Stay connected with SMU Social Impact Catalyst to keep up with our journey!😍

Curious if profits and purpose can go hand in hand? Find out how Social Enterprises use their business to create social impact at The PurpoSE Agenda 2024 organised by raiSE SG. The event features a Fireside Chat with two Social Entrepreneurs as they tackle a big question: Social & Enterprise – Complementary or Contradictory? Thereafter, don’t miss the opportunity to speak with founders across diverse industries and impact areas through the AMA Circles to delve deeper to find out what it truly takes to create social impact through business. Whether you're a student entrepreneur, a startup, or an SME, this is your chance to discover the power of purpose-driven business.  Register here: https://lu.ma/bz2d1wr0  #SocialEnterprise #SociaIimpact #PurposeDriven #raiSE

[Experience the Ultimate Winter Cultural Retreat in China!] Join us for the China-Winter Cultural Immersion Trip, happening from 18th to 24th December 2024! Discover the vibrant cultures of Shanghai, Suzhou, and Changshu, complete with a stay in a 5-star hotel for a few nights to make your journey truly exceptional. This unique experience is ideal for students and young professionals eager to explore, network, and rejuvenate! What Awaits You: - Exclusive company visits and discussions with business leaders - Immersive tours of cultural sites - Relax and enjoy the crisp winter atmosphere Pricing: $2,250 per person. Limited-time Discounts: Early bird, group, and SIC student discounts available! Visit the sign-up form for full details on how you can save up to $250 per person! Limited slots only—register by 17 November, 2359 to secure your place! Sign Up Here: https://lnkd.in/gVWVPvzd For enquiries, email - samuel@socialcollider.co. Time to treat yourself well after a long year of hustle

[5 more days to register!] [Ignite Your Student Startup Journey in Vietnam with us!] Are you a student founder looking to explore more opportunities in Vietnam? Impact X Innovation Immersion Programme (I3P) , organized by NUS Enterprise (NUS Innovation with Societal Impact BLOCK71 Global), Social Impact Catalyst Singapore, and Skilio, offers you the chance to: - Explore Vietnam Impact, Innovation & Entrepreneurship Ecosystem - Network with local entrepreneurs, investors, and local student founders - Discover how you can elevate the impact of your startup/project. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enhance your impact and connect with the vibrant Vietnamese entrepreneurial scene! Apply by 25 October 2024! - More info: bit.ly/i3pvn2024 - Sign Up Link: https://lnkd.in/gYJ34kQh

Student Volunteers Wanted! Social Impact Catalyst (SIC) is a nonprofit empowering students to become changemakers through social entrepreneurship. We’re looking for student volunteers to support us in running our upcoming incubation programme for youths to build meaningful impact projects! Volunteer Roles: - Marketing: Create content, manage social media, and drive promotion - Operations & Community Building: Organize events, manage logistics, and build community - Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement: Connect with sponsors, mentors, and partners. Why Join? - Gain real-world experience in marketing, events, and partnerships. - Expand your network with industry leaders and entrepreneurs. - Help drive social impact and support young changemakers. Be part of something meaningful—apply now here: bit.ly/sicvolunt by 10 November

[Ignite Your Student Startup Journey in Vietnam with us!] Are you a student founder looking to explore more opportunities in Vietnam? Impact X Innovation Immersion Programme (I3P) , organized by NUS Enterprise (NUS Innovation with Societal Impact BLOCK71 Global), Social Impact Catalyst Singapore, and Skilio, offers you the chance to: - Explore Vietnam Impact, Innovation & Entrepreneurship Ecosystem - Network with local entrepreneurs, investors, and local student founders - Discover how you can elevate the impact of your startup/project. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enhance your impact and connect with the vibrant Vietnamese entrepreneurial scene! Apply by 25 October 2024! - More info: bit.ly/i3pvn2024 - Sign Up Link: https://lnkd.in/gYJ34kQh

Second Year of SDG Open Hack – SIC Campus Edition with GGEF (Global Green Economic Foundation): Bigger, Bolder, and Younger! We are thrilled to have successfully hosted the SDG Open Hack SIC Campus Edition 2024 in collaboration with GGEF, with even greater participation this year! Over 60 students from 13 teams, representing diverse institutions like Temasek Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Nanyang Polytechnic, Singapore Institute of Technology, National University of Singapore, Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS), Singapore Institute of Management and Singapore Management University, came together, with participants ranging in age from 17 to 33. It was inspiring to witness such energy and creativity from young minds passionate about driving real-world change. A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated mentors, Wei Liang Lim YP Ho Jun Na Tan Shane Lim Tali Goldman Raihan Husainni Natasha T. Mein Li A. Russ Neu Lim Wan Qin Samuel Lim Leesa S. Hakim Ramil; insightful judges, Christina Lee Melvin Foo 懋清 Droston Tang 邓健祥 Sebastian Phang Yu Liang, and ecosystem partners, Temasek LaunchPad Temasek Polytechnic NUS Innovation with Societal Impact ACE.SG (Action Community for Entrepreneurship) Quest Ventures, who provided invaluable support in securing the venue, refreshments, and publicity. Your contributions were essential to the success of this event! As a nonprofit committed to empowering youth and unlocking their limitless potential, it was truly an honor to create a platform for young changemakers to explore, learn, and be part of the transformative process of making our world a better place. We look forward to continuing to inspire, engage, and support the next generation of leaders in driving social impact!

[2 More Days to Register!!] 🌍 SDG Open Hack 2024 - Social Impact Catalyst (SIC) Campus Edition Are you a student who is passionate in Sustainability and making a sustainable impact to our environment? Join us for a thrilling 2-day hackathon brought to you by SIC in collaboration with the Global Green Economic Forum! This is your chance to team up with like-minded peers to tackle real-world sustainability challenges inspired by the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. What's in it for you? 🌟 A certificate of participation 🌍 Networking opportunities with students from various faculties 🎯 Transform your ideas into real-world impact 🎓 Exclusive mentorship from industry experts 🏆 The chance to win incredible experiential rewards Details: 📅 Event Date: 21 & 22 September 2024 📍 Venue: Quest Ventures Office 💻 Register here before 19 September: https://lnkd.in/gvpEdHJH Kickstart your SDG journey with us—your innovative idea could be the next big thing!