Culture@Work: Different Roots, Shared Ground, One Singapore
Overview
Singapore's workforce is becoming increasingly diverse, bringing together people from different cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. While this diversity creates opportunities for innovation and growth, it also underscores the importance of fostering mutual understanding and inclusive workplaces.
Culture@Work: Different Roots, Shared Ground, One Singapore is an initiative organised by the Singapore Business Federation (SBF) and supported by the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY) under the Alliance for Action on Integration of Foreign Professionals (AfA-IFP).
Through experiential learning, facilitated discussions, and networking opportunities, the programme aims to strengthen cross-cultural understanding, promote workplace inclusion, and encourage meaningful interactions between local and international professionals working in Singapore.
Event Detail
| Time | Programme |
| 9:00am - 9:30am | Registration |
| 9:30am - 9:35am | Welcome by Emcee |
| 9:35am - 9:45am | Icebreaker Activity |
| 9:45am - 11:10am | Guided Heritage Gardens Experience |
| 11:10am - 11:25am | Transition Break |
| 11:25am - 12:05pm | Panel Discussion |
| 12:05pm - 1:05pm | Networking Lunch |
| From 1:05pm onwards | Optional Self-Guided Visit to the Flower Dome (admission tickets provided) |
Programme/Agenda
WHY SHOULD I ATTEND
Build Cultural Awareness
Gain a deeper appreciation of Singapore's multicultural society, workplace norms, and social values.
Strengthen Workplace Relationships
Learn practical approaches to navigate cultural differences, communicate effectively, and foster stronger working relationships with colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
Expand Your Professional Network
Connect with professionals from different industries and backgrounds through facilitated networking and informal discussions.
Learn from Diverse Perspectives
Hear experiences and insights from employers, professionals, and community representatives on building inclusive workplaces.
Experience Singapore's Heritage
Participate in a unique guided heritage experience designed to encourage reflection, dialogue, and understanding across cultures.
About the Alliance for Action on Integration of Foreign Professionals (AfA-IFP)
The Alliance for Action on Integration of Foreign Professionals (AfA-IFP) is a public-private partnership convened to develop recommendations on better integrating foreign professionals into Singapore's workplaces and communities.
Convened by the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY), the Alliance brings together representatives from the Singapore National Employers Federation (SNEF), Singapore Business Federation (SBF), trade chambers, and organisations across various sectors.
Its recommendations focus on fostering mutual understanding, strengthening social cohesion, encouraging inclusive workplace practices, and supporting meaningful interactions between local and international professionals.
Learn more about AfA-IFP: Read the CNA article
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
- Employment Pass (EP) holders working in Singapore
- Foreign professionals who are new to Singapore
- Local employees working in multicultural teams
- HR professionals responsible for workforce integration and employee engagement
- Team leaders and managers leading diverse teams
- Business owners and employers seeking to foster inclusive workplace cultures