Content — Denise Phua

The Purple Parade 2023 Appreciation Party

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended.

Community, Disabilities, Central Singapore CDC, MayorDenise PhuaJanuary 22, 2024The Purple Parade, Central Singapore CDC

The Purple Parade 2023

With 120 contingents with 8000 marching and cheering, 41 amazing concert performances, and 44 carnival activities in our biggest event yet, the Purple Parade was a magnificent sea of solidarity.

Central Singapore CDC, Community, Disabilities, MayorDenise PhuaNovember 6, 2023The Purple Parade, Central Singapore CDC

The Purple Parade Movement

Don’t let what we can’t do, stop us from doing what we can!

Central Singapore CDC, Community, Disabilities, MayorDenise PhuaOctober 20, 2023The Purple Parade, Support Inclusion, Celebrate Abilities, Central Singapore CDC

Little Mighty Warriors!

Support Little Mighty Warriors as they support and bring awareness to the prominent issues affecting individuals of short stature and their families/caregivers!

Central Singapore CDC, Community, Disabilities, MayorDenise PhuaOctober 11, 2023The Purple Parade, Central Singapore CDC, Little Mighty Warriors

Children's Day Picnic-Carnival 2023!

A Children’s Day Picnic-Carnival with many adults, organised by Kampong Glam grassroots and staff. Thanks, supporters MSF Singapore, Central Singapore CDC, ITE College Central, and Gardens by the Bay!

Central Singapore CDC, Community, Disabilities, Education, Mayor, MPDenise PhuaOctober 9, 2023MSF Singapore, Kampong Glam, Jalan Besar GRC, Central Singapore CDC, The Purpose Symphony, ITE College Central, Gardens by the Bay

The Purple Parade 2023

Singapore’s largest inclusive movement is back!

Central Singapore CDC, Community, Mayor, DisabilitiesDenise PhuaOctober 5, 2023The Purple Parade, Support Inclusion, Celebrate Abilities, Central Singapore CDC

Teachers'/Staff Day 2023

A good Education is the passport to a better life - thank you for giving so many this passport!

Disabilities, Education, MPDenise PhuaSeptember 14, 2023Teachers' Day 2023, Autism Resource Centre, Pathlight SChool, Eden School, AAS, SAVH, Jalan Besar GRC, PCF Sparkletots, My First Skool, Kampong Glam

Run for Inclusion 2023 @ Singapore Turf Club

The annual Run for Inclusion 2023 celebrates inclusivity, determination, and support for the disability community - some PWDs ran much faster and further than others.

Central Singapore CDC, Community, Disabilities, MayorDenise PhuaSeptember 5, 2023RunningHour, Singapore Turf Club, Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry, SportCares, Central Singapore CDC, Sole Mates

The Purple Symphony @ The Istana National Day Reception

Our very own Singaporean inclusive orchestra of musicians with and without special needs; started by Central CDC and friends like Conductor Quek Ling Kiong - so proud of them all!

Central Singapore CDC, Mayor, DisabilitiesDenise PhuaAugust 11, 2023The Purple Symphony, Central Singapore CDC, National Day 2023

PQ: Plans under Healthier SG for Younger Persons with Disabilities

Parliamentary questions raised during the 3 July 2023 sitting on plans under Healthier SG for younger persons with disabilities, with responses from Senior Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Health, Ms Rahayu Mahzam.

Community, Disabilities, MP, ParliamentDenise PhuaJuly 14, 2023Healthier SG, Speech, Parliamentary Questions

A Very Special Walk 2023

What an exciting morning!

Community, Disabilities, Education, MPDenise PhuaJuly 3, 2023AVSW, Autism Resource Centre

AVSW - Part 5 of 5 (Final Instalment)

JOIN ME AND SUPPORT the autism community and others with different abilities. Let’s walk the extra mile together – it’s usually not that crowded.

Community, Disabilities, EducationDenise PhuaJune 26, 2023AVSW, Autism Resource Centre

AVSW - Part 4 of 5

My best memories of my times in ARC are of our beloved beneficiaries whom we serve!

Community, Disabilities, EducationDenise PhuaJune 26, 2023AVSW, Autism Resource Centre

AVSW - Part 3 of 5

They say, “If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together”.

Community, Disabilities, EducationDenise PhuaJune 26, 2023AVSW, Autism Resource Centre

AVSW - Part 2 of 5

Adults services are costly. It is one of the reasons why we still need to fundraise.

Community, Disabilities, EducationDenise PhuaJune 26, 2023AVSW, Autism Resource Centre

AVSW - Part 1 of 5

It started more than 23 years ago in 1999 with a letter to the Straits Times. I was lamenting about the lack of support in Singapore then, for children on the autism spectrum.

Community, Disabilities, EducationDenise PhuaJune 26, 2023AVSW, Autism Resource Centre

A Concert and Orchestra Like No Other

Into our 9th year, we are mighty grateful to see The Purple Symphony standing tall as a beacon of inclusivity. It has grown to more than 100 strong today, comprising our homegrown musical talents with and without disabilities.

Community, Central Singapore CDC, Disabilities, MP, MayorDenise PhuaJune 19, 2023The Purple Symphony, Central Singapore CDC