Public Morality
Governance & Policy
The Future of Reproduction: Synthetic Sperm, Artificial Wombs and More
Biotechnology is advancing faster than our ethics can keep up. From lab-grown babies to artificial wombs, the future of human reproduction is being reshaped in ways that once belonged in science fiction. While these innovations may solve crises like Singapore's demographic decline, they also open Pandora’s box of moral dilemmas—eugenics, commodified genetics, and posthumous reproduction. The question is: How far are we willing to go before we lose control?
Governance & Policy
IPS Singapore Perspectives 2024: What’s all the fuss really about?
Want clarity on the whirlwind of controversy ignited by Senior Minister of State Dr. Janil Puthucheary's recent remarks on LGBTQ activism? This article delves into the fiery debate, dissecting media reactions, political repercussions, and societal implications. Understand the ripple effects through the conservative and LGBTQ communities and unravel the complexities of this heated discourse, where every word sparks a national conversation. Don't miss this incisive analysis at the intersection of policy, society, and activism.
Governance & Policy
Speaking Truth to Power: Archbishop Delivers Powerful Sermon to Singapore’s Political Elite
In his groundbreaking first sermon as archbishop delivered in the midst of sitting cabinet members, Dr. Chung challenges conventional norms, advocating for the integral role of religious insights in public governance and societal values. Read why religious insights should be part of our public discourse and how different faiths can collaboratively shape our societal values. Check out his unique perspective on how different faiths can collaboratively contribute to the moral fabric of society.
Culture & Media
“Regardless of Sexuality” a missed opportunity for clarity.
We watched Regardless of Sexuality with a healthy sense of optimism that CNA would produce a balanced piece that would critically examine the nature of the LGBT Divide in Singapore. Instead, what we found was a piece replete with emotionalism, displaying unabashed bias with key terms and a failure to examine the true drivers of tension with any sincerity.
Governance & Policy
“You’re Cancelled!” – This is Basically Bullying, Right?
Cancel Culture, justifiable or abusive? Cultivate Singapore looks at how you can examine incidents of cancellation through a clear lens, and casts a vision how how Singapore can do better than normalising social bullying.
Culture & Media
S377A: Is Article 156 The Best Way Forward?
The Culture Wars in Singapore may have just been accelerated with the repeal of s377a and with Article 156 of the constitution shifting LGBT activists' attention fully toward the public square.Here's how we think this will affect Singapore society in the months and years to come.
Governance & Policy
8 Things To Ponder Concerning Govt’s Announcement To Repeal S377A
We've got questions on the process, logic and methods proposed when explaining what the government intends to do with S377A, and think things aren't as simple as they have been presented.
Governance & Policy
AWARE argues that LGBTQ Rights Don’t Impinge on Straight People’s Rights. They’re Wrong.
Ever heard arguments like "your kids won't become gay if my rights are recognised" or, "how does recognising gay marriage affect heterosexual marriage"?Here's why they're misguided and why the unmitigated effects of repealing of 377A will likely bring about sweeping changes.