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On 4th January 2021, the sudden reveal by Minister

On 4th January 2021, the sudden reveal by Minister of State Desmond Tan that TraceTogether data would be used for police investigations sparked a public outcry. In response, Singaporean authorities announced that new legislation setting out seven categories of serious offences for which TraceTogether data could only be used for in police investigations would be introduced.

In this infographic, CAPE highlights how the people’s voice successfully pushed for the new legislation. We hope this encourages Singaporeans to have a conversation on data protection and privacy concerns especially as Singapore evolves into a SMART nation where there is a risk of personal data being widely collected, inadequately protected and easily misused.

In our third issue of #BigIdeasExplained, CAPE del

In our third issue of #BigIdeasExplained, CAPE delves into legal scholar Professor Lynette J. Chua’s theory of pragmatic resistance, a form of strategic adaptation used by Singaporean activists to further social causes. In this infographic, we consider the success and pitfalls of pragmatic resistance and encourage you to think about how activism in Singapore should look like.

(#BigIdeasExplained is a new CAPE infographic project which seeks to digest and repackage the rich knowledge and research of our homegrown academia and civil society – which unfortunately, is often difficult to access by the public due to paywalls or jargon. Through reducing such an asymmetry of knowledge, we hope to enhance citizen participation in civic engagement and policy conversations!)

While often an uplifting and empowering experience

While often an uplifting and empowering experience for activists, activist work can also lead to the opposite feelings of dejection, hopelessness and exhaustion when not managed properly. In this infographic, CAPE takes a closer look at this phenomenon, known as Activist Burnout, and highlights some ways in which we can overcome this increasingly common issue.

In 4 days time, the Special Select Committee of Pa

In 4 days time, the Special Select Committee of Parliament will close the nomination period and begin the process of assessing who will serve in the 14th Parliament as Nominated Members of Parliament (NMP). This infographic walks you through what the function of an NMP is, and introduce you to 3 NMPs whom we think have brought much value to Parliament during their term - plus how you can get involved in nominating your own recommendations!

Link in bio to nominate your MP!

The recent Parti Liyani case and outbreak of Covid

The recent Parti Liyani case and outbreak of Covid-19 in foreign worker dormitories has revealed the vulnerability of the migrant worker community in Singapore. In this infographic, CAPE outlines how current laws and policies create and exacerbate their vulnerability and how their access to justice may be limited.

Workers’ Party chairperson, Sylvia Lim's motion

The sexual justice movement on university campuses

The sexual justice movement on university campuses has gained traction in light of recent controversies such as the Monica Baey case. Recently, CAPE's Activism Archive published a report on this issue, detailing key events that happened and outlining the strategies used by various stakeholders to create a safer space in universities.

In this infographic, we summarise the key aspects of this report. Check out the full version in the link in our bio!

Last Friday, Syed Suhail was scheduled to be execu

Last Friday, Syed Suhail was scheduled to be executed after he was sentenced to death for a drug trafficking offence. However, the execution was stayed the day before after pro bono lawyer M Ravi filed an application for judicial review. Syed's case has reignited public debate on the death penalty and the war on drugs. In this infographic, CAPE delves into previous court cases and studies on drugs and the death penalty in Singapore.

At 8pm today, Parliament reconvenes with the Presi

At 8pm today, Parliament reconvenes with the President's Opening Address. Find out what to make of that in this infographic!

After a part-time promoter at a Tangs pop-up booth

Many Singaporeans expressed concerns over COVID-19

Many Singaporeans expressed concerns over COVID-19 cases being reported for two distinct groups: those of the "local community" and those of migrant workers. This is an example of exclusionary cosmopolitanism, a concept explored in our second issue of #BigIdeasExplained, where CAPE analyses Dr Brenda Yeoh’s theories and research.

(#BigIdeasExplained is a new CAPE infographic project which seeks to digest and repackage the rich knowledge and research of our homegrown academia and civil society – which unfortunately, is often difficult to access by the public due to paywalls or jargon. Through reducing such an asymmetry of knowledge, we hope to enhance citizen participation in civic engagement and policy conversations!)

Now that elections are over, can we stop talking a

Now that elections are over, can we stop talking about politics? No we shouldn’t, and we cannot be complacent. Building a democracy based on justice and equality is an ongoing civic process that we all have a part to play in. Let’s sustain our energies that have emerged this election into strengthening our democracy and co-creating our future together!

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