Citizen Diplomat Training Camp: Singapore-China Youth Dialogue

Why Citizen Diplomats Training

In a world that is increasingly connected yet challenged by misunderstandings, citizen diplomats play a crucial role in shaping mutual understanding, respect, and peace across borders. This event is more than an exchange of academic perspectives; it’s an essential space where students become ambassadors of their cultures, building bridges and fostering trust on a grassroots level between China and Singapore.

As citizen diplomats, the students participating in this exchange actively contribute to diplomacy in their own capacity, outside of formal government channels. They represent their culture, values, and ideas, sparking dialogue that humanizes and deepens the relationship between these two nations. When students share their academic experiences and personal stories, they take on a unique responsibility: they become part of a larger, people-centered diplomatic effort that can influence perceptions, challenge stereotypes, and inspire mutual respect.

Join BCEA’s “Citizen Diplomats; China & Singapore University Education Exchange”

If you’re a Chinese student studying in Singapore, a Singaporean student in China, or someone looking to explore university life in either country, this event is for you! Share your story, gain fresh perspectives, and connect with peers in an interactive, online discussion focused on university life, education systems, and cultural insights. 🌟

What’s our goal? Using university life as a bridge, we aim to foster deep connections and understanding between Chinese and Singaporean students. By comparing educational practices, student life, and cultural dynamics, we’ll gain insights into each country’s unique qualities and shared values.

• We’re looking for:Around 5 Chinese students and 5 Singaporean students who are excited to engage in cross-cultural dialogue.
• Spots are limited, so register soon if you’re interested!
• Event Highlights:Host: Jingru, BCEA Programming Director, Philosophy major at Sun Yat-sen University, Finance minor, and cultural exchange advocate.
• Date: November 15, 2024, 8:00 PM
• Platform: Zoom (Link upon registration)

1. Duration: 5 hours

🍜 Campus Dining: Discover dining experiences in Chinese and Singaporean university cafeterias. Share your favorite foods and learn about each other’s university locations and dining traditions.

🎉 Campus Life: Student associations and activities—compare experiences in clubs and societies. From sports and singing to tech and business clubs, share what makes your student organizations unique.

📚 Course Structures: Uncover how course schedules and classroom dynamics differ, from China’s large lectures to Singapore’s smaller group discussions.

📚 Trust Building: Break down stereotypes, misunderstanding, and form a people-people trust and connection among youth in Singapore and China, to tackle future shared challenges in subsequent session

✨ After the event, participants are invited to join our alumni network to stay connected!

🔗 How to Join: Click "Read More" or scan the QR code on the poster to register. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and share with peers across borders!

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