Challenge Articles
Explore projects that anticipate emerging needs and prepare Singapore for future challenges.
46 articles
7 April 2025
Singapore In 2035, As Imagined By Public Officers
We asked our readers, “If life in Singapore were a movie, how would you envision our society in 10 years’ time?” Here are their responses, generated with AI.
Future-ready
3 April 2025
Working Hard Or Hardly Living: Three Reasons To Set And Maintain Boundaries At Work
As modern technology makes it more convenient to work anytime, anywhere, many professionals are falling into the trap of constantly being "on call". In this article, we explore how work-life balance can improve your productivity and mental health.
Beyond Work
25 March 2025
Dealing With 400 Tonnes Of Oil: Emergency Preparedness In Action
When 400 tonnes of oil spilled into Singapore’s waters, a swift, coordinated response mitigated its impact. Here’s how Singapore tackled a fast-spreading oil spill crisis.
Partnerships
12 March 2025
The Movie in Our Minds: Singapore in 10 Years
In December 2024, we asked public officers, “If life in Singapore were a movie, how would you envision our society in 10 years’ time?” Here are some of the creative and thought-provoking responses that we received.
Future-ready
10 March 2025
Powering the Future: How This Public Officer Is Inspiring Youths To Join The Energy Sector
As Singapore looks towards expanding access to clean energy, there will be more positions in the energy sector to be filled. Yet, many youths shy away from these opportunities. In this article, Leow Hui Min shares about her work in cultivating their interest in the energy sector.
Purpose
3 March 2025
Five Workplace Lessons We Can Learn from Iconic Singaporean Foods
From hawker delights to fusion food, Singapore’s vibrant food culture offers valuable lessons for the workplace. Here are five ways food teaches us about innovation, adaptability, diversity, collaboration, and community-building!
New Ways of Working
28 February 2025
What If My Best Is Average?
In this updated article originally written for the Ministry of Education (MOE) website Schoolbag, MOE officer Lim Jun Kang reflects on his early uncertainties as an average student, a moment of clarity, and how he redefined success as a working adult.
Heart of the Public Service
25 February 2025
Breaking Barriers, Shattering Glass Ceilings: How Women in Public Service Made History
Just 60 years ago, women in Singapore were mostly expected to stay home and housekeep. Today, women are rocking it—from defending the nation to shaping national policies.
Heart of the Public Service
11 February 2025
Budget Lunches Below $10 For The Budget Season
Keep your belly and wallet happy with budget-friendly lunches.
Beyond Work
22 January 2025
Master the Art of Maximising Long Weekends for Short Getaways
Within five hours of flight, you could reach exciting destinations in Southeast Asia, China, India, and even Australia. Here’s how to capitalise on Singapore’s air connectivity and powerful passport.
Beyond Work
