On the morning of 17 January, 40 mentees and mentors gathered for YWLC’s Community Day, organised by the Mentorship Subcommittee. Designed as a space for connection, the session brought together mentees across the programme to strengthen relationships, exchange experiences, and grow into a more thoughtful and connected community. Held at Bynd Artisan at Raffles City, the morning invited participants to step beyond their immediate mentorship circles and learn from one another’

The YWLC Collective 2026 Townhall held on 10 January 2026 marked a meaningful moment of reflection, connection, and shared intention. Minister of State, Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Ministry of Trade and Industry, Ms Gan Siow Huang attended as Guest-of-Honour for the event. Anchored in the theme of Discover. Connect. Celebrate. , the Townhall was organised collectively by the Strategy & Data Insights and Member Engagement subcommittees - bringing together 45 members to revis

100 Wishes is a YWLC social impact programme that works alongside community partners to create meaningful experiences for less privileged women and children in Singapore. Through educational and creative workshops, the programme provides spaces for learning, expression, and connection, supporting beneficiaries by providing them a sense of normalcy during transitional periods in their lives. In 2025, 100 Wishes continued in partnership with Star Shelter and Young Women’s Chri

Redefining Success on Your Own Terms What does it truly mean to live a successful and fulfilling life? This was the central question explored at our recent event, "Measuring What Matters: Living an Intentional Life of Success & Fulfilment," where 35 participants gathered to hear from two inspiring senior women leaders, Shiao-yin Kuik (Founder of Common Ground Civic Centre & Consultancy) and Karina Cady (CEO of Nandina REM), who shared their journeys of intentional living. D

YWLC was proud to participate in the National Mentoring Summit 2025 , a national platform that brings together organisations, mentors, mentees, and partners who believe in the power of mentoring to shape confident, future-ready individuals. This year’s theme, “Mentorship for all: #onegoodtalk to give or gain”, aligned closely with YWLC’s mission to nurture young women at different stages of their leadership journey through mentoring and networking opportunities. At the summit

Behind every seamless YWLC event or initiative lies a team of dedicated individuals working tirelessly behind the scenes to bring ideas to life. This month, we spoke with the Directors of our Corporate Function subcommittees namely, Kathleen Koh (Branding & Communications), Dayna Lee (Partnerships), and Samantha Halim (Strategy & Data Insights), to uncover how their teams form the backbone of YWLC’s day to day operations. From shaping YWLC’s brand voice and building meanin

Launched in 2018, YWLC’s flagship youth empowerment programme, Female & Fearless (F&F), aims to cultivate confidence, digital literacy, and leadership skills in young women aged 14 to 17. Running strong in its seventh year, the 2025 edition continued to nurture and inspire future female leaders through engaging, hands-on learning experiences and meaningful conversations on self-discovery and confidence. This year, YWLC’s Social Impact Subcommittee proudly partnered with Broad

The Neuroscience of Influence: The Art of Visible Influence in the Workplace At our recent YWLC masterclass organised by the Leadership Development Subcommittee, The Art of Visible Influence in the Workplace , Parul Sharma , Neuroscience Coach and founder of Rewired by Parul, led an insightful session. We explored what it truly takes to show up with presence, clarity, and confidence in fast-moving environments. Through a blend of neuroscience and practical tools, members refl

On the morning of 15 November, over 30  mentees and mentors gathered for YWLC’s People with Purpose Day, organised by the Mentorship Subcommittee. People with Purpose Day was conceived to help mentees reconnect with the deeper “why” behind leadership, and grow into more thoughtful, inclusive, and grounded future leaders. Held at the Enabling Village, the session invited participants to learn about the experiences of communities that may navigate the world  in ways different f