XX Files - S1E192: Supporting young adults living with autism
Ahead of World Autism Awareness Day, CNA938’s Yasmin Jonkers speaks with Jayne Nadarajoo, Founder of The GUILD International College, which is Singapore’s first college for differently-abled young adults. We also hear the thoughts of Jean Loo, Deputy Director, Advocacy and Community Engagement, Rainbow Centre about what more we can do to support individuals on the spectrum.
XX Files - S1E191: Helping Arab women prosper
When it comes to women in the workforce, how do we negotiate our skills? CNA938’s Yasmin Jonkers speaks with Rumaitha Al-Busaidi, an Omani marine scientist, an advocate for environmental youth leadership and the biggest champion for Arab women, to find out more. Plus, we hear how she helps Arab women prosper in society.
XX Files - S1E190: Finding a piece of Ukraine in Singapore
Immerse yourself in Ukrainian culture as CNA938’s Yasmin Jonkers speaks with Olesya Lyashevich, one of the organisers of the upcoming Ukrainian Culture and Fashion Fest. Looking beyond the ongoing war, we learn more about Ukrainian culture. She is also part of the Ukrainian Club in Singapore. Plus, join Yasmin as she unpacks the idea of the Singaporean Aunty!
XX Files - S1E189: Celebrating all things sneakers
Dive into the world of sneakers as CNA938’s Yasmin Jonkers speaks with Jeranne Ang, founder of upcoming streetwear apparel and sneaker customising brand ABSNC. Ahead of Sneaker Con, Yasmin finds out more about the art of sneaker customisation as well as Jeranne's love for all things sneakers.
XX Files - S1E188: Finding beauty in the scars of breast cancer
In some places, women are made to believe that breasts are a symbol of beauty, motherhood and vitality. And when that’s taken away from you, it could feel like your identity has been stolen. CNA938’s Yasmin Jonkers speaks with Jill Alphonso, a breast cancer survivor who went through a mastectomy and bared her scars on social media. Jill is also a writer and yoga teacher.