In Luang Prabang, the cultural hub of Laos, we delve into the pride of Laotian craftsmanship – the Sinh.
Read MoreLooking for love anywhere is not always easy. Though love transcends all boundaries, discover another possible obstacle that poses a challenge for Laotians.
WatchLuang Prabang Kadeng Laos Ambulance Rescue Unit is a volunteer-run emergency service that saves lives at no cost.
WatchDespite challenges that SOS Children’s Village Luang Prabang faces, the caretakers of 14 foster families remain committed to supporting foster children as they integrate into society.
Read MoreChef Songmy stepped into Luang Prabang’s local restaurant scene at the age of 17 and is now the head chef at local restaurant, Dyen Sabai.
Read MoreThe Heartbeat of Restaurants explores the unique culture of Laotian cuisine from the lens of two Laotian restaurant owners.
WatchWith a mission to protect traditional storytelling from fading into the past, Siphai Thammavong finds ways to preserve and share stories with new audiences.
Read MoreMaginalised and vulnerable, students in the Luang Prabang Deaf and Mute Community Training Centre share their stories on how they overcome daily struggles in their lives.
WatchPhuanmit School has witnessed the blossoming of friendship among its students in the past six years since its founding. Finally, its first batch of students are graduating.
WatchTwo friends from India uproot their lives to serve children in a rural part of Laos as educators.
WatchThree generations of women bond over their shared love for traditional Phuluang pottery in Laos and their battle to keep the tradition alive.
WatchFrom society-driven campaigns, personal conversations, and surface-level or in-depth explanations - how should we be talking about mental health?
Read MoreIn an effort to create a more open conversation, university students Jasmine and Gladys are sharing their personal experiences with mental health and thoughts of suicide.
Read MoreEmbrace tranquillity to overcome challenging times with these calming techniques!
Read MoreHear a young mother's story on navigating an unsupported pregnancy and how this organisation helped her through it.
Read MoreEvery case is an opportunity, every story is a precious memory, and every battle is a chance at happiness.
Read MoreTwo young women in Laos express their hopes for more women to pursue an education, sharing their own personal anecdotes and academic journeys in the process.
WatchDespite hailing from different countries, Zack and Khamhuk have both experienced similarly unconventional routes in their pursuit of higher education.
WatchNot everyone in Laos thinks that education is important, which is why volunteers Phin and Soutthida hope to dispel that thought by sharing their personal experiences.
WatchAlthough COVID-19 prevented us from travelling to Laos, our volunteers collaborated with participants from Souphanouvong University to equip them with the skills to raise awareness about social issues they feel strongly about.
ReadHOME volunteer Bhing Navato reads her poem capturing her experiences as a migrant domestic worker in Singapore.
WatchSocial media has given migrant workers an avenue to connect with their families back home, but many are using it to do more.
Read MoreThe writers and editors behind Call and Response 2, a poetry anthology featuring works by migrant workers, share their thoughts on the growing popularity of migrant literature in Singapore's literary scene.
Read MorePet owners will tell you that raising pets is no walk in the park, but to these six families who have adopted from Causes for Animals, the journey has been nothing short of fulfilling.
Read MoreAs part of our social campaign with Causes for Animals, the shelter's volunteers give a first-hand look behind working with homeless animals.
WatchTo commemorate our frontliners who have been hard at work combatting this pandemic, Singaporeans come together to express their heartfelt gratitude.
WatchUniversity students Jennevieve and Shermaine take us through living in isolation after being diagnosed with Covid-19 upon returning to Singapore from their internship stints in New York.
WatchWhile the circuit breaker extension was met with much unhappiness, it's always important to look at the bright side of things, especially amidst all the negativity.
WatchAs Covid-19 shut down borders around the world, 10 Singaporean students share their experience living overseas during the early days of the pandemic before suddenly being recalled home.
WatchAfter two consecutive overseas volunteering projects, WKWSCI Volunteer Programme’s Chairperson Jerome Wong believes there’s so much more we can do when volunteering abroad.
Read MoreTapping on the silk weaving knowledge her mother passed to her, Veomanee Douangdala decided to use them to empower other women instead.
WatchLaotian men who leave the monastery sometimes find themselves unprepared to support themselves, but this tour agency aims to change that.
Read MoreFollow the entire process of preparing traditional Laotian food passed down through generations.
WatchLuang Prabang is popular among tourists looking to volunteer, but where should you go? Here are five organisations you might want to work with if you’re ever in the area.
Read MoreHandicrafts are an integral part of Laotian culture, and Ma Te Sai hopes to keep their craftsmanship alive.
WatchDisheartened by how inequality prevents Laotian girls from pursuing an education, Sithong Sokphonexai started his own business to fund their studies.
Read MoreIt was during a soul searching trip three years ago in Luang Prabang that Colin Paul chanced upon Big Brother Mouse; the volunteer has remained there ever since.
WatchFeeling hungry after exploring Luang Prabang but unsure of where to go? We got you covered.
Read MoreThe markets in Luang Prabang are as different as night and day, literally. But enough talking, why don’t you see for yourselves instead?
WatchOlympus let us capture fleeting moments in time, turning them into lasting memories.
Read MoreAll children have dreams, and Pilot helped the children of Ban Houehing articulate them during our arts and crafts lessons.
Read MoreTraditional Hmong outfits get a modern spin in Passa Paa, which aims to help the ethnic minority make a living through their handicraft skills.
Read MoreAt-risk youth in Laos get the opportunity to learn practical skills in this restaurant.
WatchA popular destination for Laotians to learn English, Big Brother Mouse gives tourists the opportunity to learn from locals and travel deeper.
Read MoreFrom a shaman in a remote village to a monk who founded a charity, Laos has an abundance of untold stories.
Read MoreMany Singaporean students go on overseas volunteering projects, but what happens when they leave? We look at five different projects to determine their impact.
Read MoreStrangers might stop you at the Luang Prabang Night Market, but they’re not looking to sell anything. All they want is a conversation.
WatchWKWSCI Volunteer Programme has reached many milestones in its very first year. Chairperson Jerome Wong reflects.
Read MoreArts and craft can be a very powerful tool when helping children discover their inner superhero.
Second-year student Raelynn Tan volunteers her time every week to care for rescued dogs. This is her story.
For one student, establishing genuine relationships with residents is key to making an impact when volunteering.
Nurturing children from all walks of life to be independent thinkers through play, creativity and the arts, volunteer Chia Kun Liang tell us how.
Towards an inclusive and accepting Singapore for our migrant friends – one step at a time.
In this article, active student volunteers share their insights on what to consider before deciding to volunteer.
Read MoreIn today’s digital age, how can technology be used to engage the elderly and allow them to see the world through a new lens?
Read MoreSustainable overseas volunteering projects can be life-changing for beneficiaries and volunteers.
Read MoreAlmost all Laotian men join the monastery at some point in their lives — but not many continue to become monks for life.
Read MoreBehind these shiny, harmless-looking night market souvenirs, lies a bloody part of Laos’ history from the Vietnam War.
Read MoreTrash Idol is a group of warriors behind a movement to make Luang Prabang more environmentally friendly, starting from its people.
Read MoreWith coffee cherries harvested in the heart of Laos, Saffron Coffee is changing the coffee game with their sustainable practices.
Read MoreWalk the streets of Luang Prabang at dawn and you will discover a symbiotic relationship between Buddhist monks and worshippers.
WatchA Singaporean, a Cambodian and a Laotian — despite being from different countries, they came together to build MyLaoHome.
WatchIn 1995, Luang Prabang was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its unique historical architecture.
In Laos, only two-thirds of the 8,857 primary schools have both water supply and latrine facilities — most of which are located in cities.
A holiday trip Susie and her husband Steven took in Laos led to the discovery that dairy farming was not part of Lao culture.
Designed to spark their creativity, our arts and crafts lesson involved using colouring materials and paper plates to make animal masks.
With Olympus, we chased newsmakers on-the-go and shot scenes that were intriguing, giving us precious moments to treasure.
2018 marks an exciting change in direction in the school’s volunteering chapter, WeeVolunteer.
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