This gallery has brought Singaporeans young and old together in a unique way where the Singapore story is passed on from one generation to another. Despite their differences in age and experience, our older Singaporeans and young participants share one heart for Singapore – for our nation to overcome the Covid-19 pandemic and emerge stronger than ever. The well wishes and stories in this time capsule reflect our Singapore spirit of grit and resilient optimism to overcome. We hope this special birthday gift will encourage all Singaporeans to press on together. Like the generations before us who painstakingly built our post-Independence success, we are determined to surmount the odds.- Ms Low Yen Ling Minister of State, Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) & Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY) Chairman of Mayors’ Committee & Mayor of South West District
Our youth are the next wave of pioneers of Singapore’s future, and we can take heart and be confident in them because they have stepped up and displayed tenacity and courage in the face of these unprecedented challenges. To our youth, continue to inspire us all with your passion and drive. Continue to step out of your comfort zones to effect positive change and help us all emerge stronger as one Singapore.- Mr David Chua Chief Executive Officer, National Youth Council
AIC aims to create a vibrant care community for our people to live well and age gracefully. As part of this care community, our youth play a crucial role to understand, engage and support our seniors, whether it is as part of their families, or within the communities. Fostering such bonds will enable us to emerge stronger together, particularly during this challenging period. Our wish is for our youth to open their hearts, extend their minds and reach out their hands to our seniors to help create a Singapore that is one of the best places to age well in and that we can be all proud of.- Mr Tan Kwang Cheak Chief Executive Officer, Agency for Integrated Care
We are happy to partner Art for Cause Singapore in this meaningful opportunity to present the youth’s reflections and pledges, some of which are inspired by their interaction with seniors who have lived through Singapore’s defining moments. These thoughtful artworks and reflections can be a source of encouragement to Singaporeans, to support each other during these challenging times. We hope that our visitors – including our youth – will be inspired to initiate meaningful conversations with their parents and grandparents, to find out more about Singapore’s history through their lived experiences.- Ms Chung May Khuen Director, National Museum of Singapore
Our Singapore Spirit stands on the collective belief that we can overcome all odds and realise our dreams of a better future. It brings us together as Singaporeans, and gives us the strength to adapt, innovate and persevere through good times and bad ones. For as long as the Singapore Spirit lives in our hearts, we can be confident that we did it before, and we will do it again.- BG Tan Cheng Kwee, NDP2021 Chairman EXCO
This year is an opportunity to reflect on our experiences, both individually and collectively. What has this year meant for me; my loved ones, my country? It is also an opportunity for people to look ahead to the future and pledge to make a positive difference. OHFSG represents our hope that people will share these contributions and commitments. Taken together, the project forms our collective memory of this time and demonstrates that as one people, we will emerge stronger and even more resilient. Together, we truly are a Stronger Singapore!- BG Frederick Choo, NDP2020 Chairman EXCO
