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Unlocking the Joy of Reading: Tips for Instilling a Love for Reading in Children

Reading to children is more than just a simple pastime; it is crucial in their growth and learning. You might be asking, how so? Reading to them not only cultivates emotional intelligence, but also enriches their language abilities and literacy skills, while igniting their imagination. Furthermore, reading helps children develop empathy and, most importantly, strengthen their bond with their caregiver.

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14 November 2024 UNLABEL campaign

UNLABEL: A Public Education Campaign for a Future of Inclusivity and Acceptance

Technology can uplift persons with disabilities, but inclusive mindsets play an important role in setting the foundation of a caring society that welcomes people of all abilities. This is the central message of SPD’s annual public education campaign, UNLABEL 2024, which is launched today.

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Celebrating Puvan’s resilience on World Cerebral Palsy Day

Puvan is a strapping young man that radiates the room with his wide smile and friendly chatter. The 32-year-old was born with spastic quadriplegia, a form of cerebral palsy characterised by stiff muscles and increased muscle tone, affecting all four limbs, as well as global developmental delay and epilepsy.

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Alert: Beware of Fraudulent Payment Requests Made in SPD’s Name

SPD has been alerted to cases involving job scams where scammers have used SPD’s name to instruct individuals to transfer money.

Please remain vigilant. SPD does not authorise individuals to request or collect money on our behalf through such means. If you receive a suspicious request or are unsure whether it is genuine, please verify it directly with SPD by calling our general line at 6579 0700. Alternatively, you can call the ScamShield Hotline at 1799 before taking any action.

If you believe you may have fallen victim to a scam, please contact your bank immediately and make a police report.

SPD takes such matters seriously and we constantly review the necessary safeguards to protect the public and our supporters. Please be assured that legitimate donations and payments made through SPD’s official website and authorised platforms remain unaffected.