A space for students of a shared identity to come together to support and hold space for one another through intentional community.
Our Intention
We want to recognise the many intersecting identities that we all have and the importance of having a community that supports us as we explore across differences and spectrums. This space provides students with the opportunity to build a community of solidarity and talk to each other as we heal, dismantle power, oppression and privilege, and engage in a committed process of collective liberation.
While this programme hopes to empower students to create full-fledged and independently-functioning collectives on their own, we recognise the potential of certain frameworks and structures to assist our intention. Student leaders of the collective will be trained in dialogue facilitation and can choose to utilise their training as they wish. Furthermore, while this is not a required element of the identity collectives, holding intra-collective dialogues and activities are encouraged to further build understanding and healing.
Student Leadership
It is required that each respective collective has at least one member to take on the leadership role of sustaining the collective. This will involve accountability in attending dialogues, communicating and coordinating with community members, and seeking resources or guidance from the Intercultural Engagement team to enhance both the intention and impact of the respective collective.
Additional Information
While we recognise that many of these collectives exist informally throughout the College, we want to commit to recognising the importance of these gatherings, and offer space and resources to come together as desired. Furthermore, it allows for more students to have access to spaces they otherwise may not have, and cultivate a strong grounds for belonging.
However, if a collective would like to keep their identity anonymous for any reason, please reach out to Sun Jie Min.
Intercultural Engagement Space
The Intercultural Engagement Space is a dedicated place open for all members of the community to visit and engage with.
What is this space about?
The space serves as a physical space for connecting with members of the Intercultural Engagement team to learn more about initiatives, seek guidance or receive additional resources. This is also a space that can be used by Identity Collectives formed by our student community. There is a Resource Library available in the office, including books and materials covering topics including identity, social justice, mental health, and sexual health. All materials are available for open use by students during office hours.
Yale-NUS College
Singapore 138529
Monday to Friday
Closed on Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays
