The PIF Mentorship Programme recently brought together 25 mentees and 30 mentors for a morning of meaningful conversations, self-reflection, and shared learning through a Growth and Resilience Workshop on 9th May 2026. Designed to encourage participants to navigate challenges with greater confidence and authenticity, the session featured an interactive workshop by Growthbeans, followed by an inspiring Human Library segment where mentors shared personal stories of growth, resi

Build a Legacy of Growth - Empower, Elevate, Endure The YWLC 2026 Pay-It-Forward (PIF) Mentorship Programme marks a significant milestone as it enters its 10th cycle, celebrating a decade of empowering individuals and creating meaningful impact through mentorship. Anchored by this year’s theme, “Build a Legacy of Growth: Empower, Elevate, Endure,” the programme reflects a strong commitment to collective progress and mutual support. At its core, mentorship is a journey of shar

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

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 fr

On 20 September 2025, the YWLC Pay-It-Forward (PIF) Mentorship Programme celebrated the conclusion of its ninth cycle with a ceremony at the EY Wavespace, proudly supported by EY, our Official Partner. This year’s theme, “Rise and Thrive – Elevate Together,” captured the spirit of the six-month journey as mentors and mentees came together to celebrate growth, reflect on lessons learned, and look ahead to thriving beyond the programme. Reflection and Celebration PIF 2025 Closi

On the morning of 12 July, the second workshop of YWLC’s Pay-It-Forward (PIF) 2024 Mentorship Programme took place at EY Singapore. Titled “Ready to Stand Out,” the session focused on personal branding: what it is, why it matters, and how mentees can begin building it with clarity and authenticity. Through a fireside chat with industry leaders and a hands-on LinkedIn workshop, participants walked away with a deeper understanding of how to present themselves intentionally and

The YWLC Pay-It-Forward Mentorship Programme 2023 came to a memorable close on 7th October 2023 This year, YWLC continued our...

In a world where personal branding has become a vital tool for career advancement and personal growth, The Young Women’s Leadership...

On 15th July 2023, YWLC’s Pay-it-Forward (PIF) Mentorship Programme welcomed our more than 60 mentors and mentees to a captivating “Human...

As International Women’s Day approaches, we want to spotlight the remarkable stories of women who have left an indelible impact on their...

As International Women’s Day approaches, we celebrate the stories of women who have made a significant impact in their community. Today,...

If you could go back in time and meet your teenage self, what would you tell her? What would you encourage her to explore, to ask, and to...

Female and Fearless (F&F) was back in-person this year! Held annually, the F&F programme aims to build confidence, leadership and digital...

On 27 August, mentees and mentors from the Pay-It-Forward (PIF) Mentorship Programme’s attended a workshop by Ana Sousa Gavin for an...

In this month’s Social Impact column, we’ll be shining a spotlight on Social Entrepreneurship! We interviewed Cheryl and Daniel, founders...

On 23 June, YWLC’s Pay-It-Forward (PIF) Mentorship Programme organised its first in-person event after 2 years! It also marked the midway...

Many aspects of women’s health are plagued by taboos and shame. From periods to miscarriages, women are taught to deal with their...

In this issue of YWLC’s Social Impact column, we want to shine a spotlight on local organisations and ground-up movements that are...

As COVID-19 continues to affect lives and livelihoods around the world, we can already observe its regressive effect on gender equality....

The Pay-It-Forward (PIF) mentorship programme welcomed its sixth batch of mentors and mentees earlier in April this year! YWLC, together...