Not all charities are created equal — the world’s most effective charities do much more good, per dollar spent, than typical charities, but they often lack the emotional pull that motivates donors to give. Psychological research points to a possible solution.
We speak to A Magazine’s subscription drive beneficiary Beyond Social Services’ Executive Director Gerard Ee on what it takes to dedicate yourself to community building.
How one animal charity is at the sharp end of Singapore’s transition to a greener future.
Listening to your favourite playlist may be a by-the-way thing on a jog or in your car. But there is an industry that uses songs, instruments and beats to heal and rehabilitate.
The host and advocate tells us why she wants to help flip the script on consumerism.
Videographer Patrick Dykstra isn’t afraid of being swallowed by a humpback whale — but he is afraid of what climate change might bring about to it.
The 25-year-old co-founder of UglyFood tells us why less-than-perfect produce deserve love, too.
Thai writer Jane Ngarmpun Vejjajiva talks about the struggles that writers with disabilities face in the literary world, and the ugly stereotypes and challenges that they still encounter today.
“Representation matters because when decisions are being made, you want to make sure that different perspectives are being heard,” she says.
The head of Wildlife Reserves Singapore, Dr Cheng Wen-Haur, talks us about the important role that zoos play, how people can help — and about the Lion City’s beloved otters.
From skincare that supports cancer research to T-shirts that fund school meals, we’re sending them to cart.
Founded by a Singaporean who struggled with depression — and found it difficult to disclose to potential paramours — Lovenn wants to help its users create more meaningful connections.
With By Invite Only and The Mindful Company now under her belt, Trixie Khong wants to do more for others.