NextGen
PHILANTHROPISTS
My definition of leadership used to revolve around self capability, but slowly I began to exam the qualities of leadership, through communicating with my group, and discovered that true leadership is never meant for a certain person to stand out, but to be able to hold a team together and ensure the team moves forward together.
Alicia, Malaysia (Shanghai American School)
It is about insisting that justice is not a privilege to be bought, but a right to be honored and that those who defend it deserve our deepest respect, and our unwavering support.
Jiguo, Singapore (Temasek Junior College)
It felt incredibly fulfilling to be organising and facilitating the volunteer session at Ren Ci Nursing Home as I felt that I saw the youth and elderly connect. For me this program isn’t really volunteering but a conscious effort to foster a non-transactional relationship between the participants and elderly.
Kureha, Japan (United World College South East Asia)
As we move into the future and reflect on the past it is important that we as leaders and philanthropists treat Generative AI as a tool and not a decision maker, using this technology to create meaningful change throughout our world.
Mohammad, Canada (Shanghai American School)
Likewise, after this programme, I felt that philanthropic leadership is about considering the welfare of others, to be empathetic and curious, all while looking at yourself through the eyes of others.
Renee, Singapore (Temasek Polytechnic)
Ultimately, all children ought to have an equal opportunity to succeed. Not just those who can afford to pay for it. If we truly do believe in meritocracy and equal opportunity, then we need to walk to talk and allow the necessary resources to complement the efforts of students.
Stanley, Singapore (Temasek Polytechnic)
The heart of philanthropy comes from the motivation and calling for us to close our mouths and listen to the stories of the world. To understand distinct cultures, challenges, and lifestyles, to acknowledge our privilege, and the reason why we are granted those privileges.
Zoe, Australia (Dulwich College (Singapore))
The impact that he has made shows that innovation is not just about physical products, it’s the mindset to make a difference.
Afzal, Singapore (Victoria School)
In many parts of the world, children are denied their right to learn due to systemic barriers such as poverty, inadequate infrastructure, under-resourced schools, poorly trained teachers, and societal discrimination based on gender, ethnicity, or disability. These obstacles not only deprive individuals of opportunities but also reinforce existing inequalities generation after generation.
Carlos, Malaysia (Anglo Chinese School (Independent))
I realized that to be a real philanthropist, more had to be done and as you had to embody an attitude of compassion to help others.
Dennis, Hong Kong (Kent School (Connecticut))
To cultivate the next generation of future philanthropists and social entrepreneurs, driven by a shared commitment to transforming lives and advancing the public good.
