17th Annual Report 2012/2013

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1 17th Annual Report 2012/2013

2 Our Vision To be the Centre of Excellence for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community Our Mission Develop individuals with Down syndrome through life long learning and social integration Support families through specialist services, information and education Advocate for equal opportunities, quality of life and their contribution to society Commitment Our Shared Values We demonstrate strong belief in and dedication to our shared vision and core values Integrity Professionalism Teamwork We uphold ethics and moral principles in all our conduct We aim to excel in all that we do with positive attitudes, openness and knowledge We achieve our goals through camaraderie, synergy and partnership for the benefit of our stakeholders

3 Contents Chairperson s Message 2 Honorary Secretary s Report 4 Highlights of 2012/ Organization Chart 6 DSA(S) Staff & Instructors 7 Committees 2012/ Children s Education Services 9 Adults Education Services 13 Enrichment Services 15 Family Support Services 19 Fundraising and PR Events 21 Down Syndrome International 25 Acknowledgements 26 Life Members 32 Photo Collage 34 Ordinary Members 39 Associate Members 41 Front Cover Paintings: Sunshinny Day by DSA artists Trees by Ryan Lim Family Members 43 Financial Statements 47 17th Annual Report 2012/2013 1

4 CHAIRPERSON S MESSAGE The year was an eventful one for Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) DSA, with our exciting move into bigger premises ingeniously designed especially for persons with Down syndrome by Belinda Huang of Arc Studio (of The Duxton fame), setting a new milestone in its history of 17 years. This new DSA Centre, located on level 9 of Junction 8 Office Tower in Bishan, is thrice the size of the old office on the 6th floor allowing us to serve our growing membership more effectively. Built with a kitchen studio where members learn the fundamentals of food handling and preparation plus meal planning as part of independent living; two well equipped art studios designed to support freedom of expression and more messy wet projects; music and dance studios; a counselling room to welcome new parents in warmth and privacy; space for training staff, parent mentors and volunteers; and a piazza for largescale community activities, DSA is now better able to partner not only persons with Down syndrome but also parents, caregivers, educators and supporters journeying with us. The new Centre is a dream come true for DSA and could not have been achieved if not for the financial support of our valued donors, in particular the Singapore Ireland Fund, which gave us the impetus with a cornerstone funding of $200,00 and the Tote Board for giving us capital funding of more than $200,000 to defray the construction of the new centre. We must also thank the National Council of Social Service (NCSS) for having entrusted the much prized larger space to DSA, as well as other pivotal support organisations like CNPL, Accenture, Credit Suisse, UPS and Courts, to name a few, who have continuously supported us over the past 17 years in myriad ways. We marked the opening of our new Centre with a soft launch on 22 June Our members, partners, donors, sponsors and volunteers joined in the celebrations and were given an experience of some of our new programmes. As the board ponders the past year with all its glowing moments, shared with you in the following pages of this annual report, we know that we are ready to take our Down syndrome community from Not Disabled. Differently Abled. to a confident, empowered Not Disabled. ENABLED!! because WE want to CELEBRATE LIFE!!! Every single HUMAN LIFE!!! It is about time we ALL did because the awful fact we must face is that up to 90% of babies with Down syndrome are killed before they are born. It is one of the greatest and saddest horrors of our time. Why do parents do this? Quite simply, out of FEAR. Fear that they cannot care for such a child. Fear of the life their child would live. I too knew that fear. When my Marie was born. And if not for my strong faith, wonderful support from family and friends, DSA included, I might still be living in that fear - about life and my daughter Marie s in particular, instead of celebrating it. We, who have taken the time and leap of faith and love to embrace persons with Down syndrome, know a few things about such children. They ARE GIFTS sent to us to teach love. It is our responsibility to help parents, who are told they have a baby with Down syndrome, make the right decision, to choose to keep these messengers of love and life. That is what DSA is all about. TO GIVE HOPE. Hope of a great life ahead, not just for persons with Down syndrome but for all of humanity 2 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

5 because our lives are richer when we allow ourselves to be in the privileged company of any person with special needs. The answer is NOT to get rid of them or isolate them. The only answer that works for the betterment of mankind is to EMBRACE them into EVERY aspect of our lives our schools, our homes, our offices. If we did, our world would be a much more loving and lovable place to live in. Let s shout this message out to the whole world right now to change it for the better. Otherwise, what kind of future would our children inherit? Will YOU then, each and every one of you, be the first ones to shout this message with us? LOVE children with Down syndrome!! Let them in!! Don t fear them! They bring love and light to our hearts!! We would be the poorer without them!! Not only do we ask you to shout this message with us, we also ask if YOU will personally support us, financially and otherwise, in order to live love in action by helping us deliver education and services to persons with Down syndrome so that we can improve their prognosis and quality of life and help them contribute with their gifts and potential, whatever it may be, to society. We must raise for our ongoing operations approximately $1.8 million yearly. This amount is expected to grow as we ramp up in order to serve the increasing needs of our Down syndrome community. One in 800 live births is a figure that is accepted worldwide for children born with Down syndrome. Translated into Singapore s context, just using last year s 42,663 live births, we should plan to receive into DSA about babies per year in addition to our current membership of about 300 persons with Down syndrome. More funding will allow us to offer new ground breaking, forward looking initiatives for the education of our babies, children and young adults and their families. We are DSA for ALL for LIFE!! We have increased our range of programmes for our persons with Down syndrome from art, dance, speech and drama to now including pottery, puppetry, cookery. We desire to add jewellery making, dress designing and photography in the near future. We also offer drum yoga and gymnastics and want to add more sports programmes. All these contribute towards building daily living skills and their ability to earn a decent living professionally. Let s do away once and for all with the tyranny of low expectations for our children with Down syndrome and for OUR ability to hold and support them in life plus THEIRS to hold and support US through life. Tell people that they need not fear innocent babies with Down syndrome anymore! There is HOPE and there is HELP. Because YOU PERSONALLY will do what YOU can to help and to give hope. You tell them. And we ll tell them. TOGETHER, we CAN change lives!!! If we ACT NOW!!! It is OUR GREAT PRIVILEGE and HONOUR to be BLESSED with persons with Down syndrome. Those of us who work and live with them have grown to love them more deeply each day. We invite YOU to let yourselves be TOUCHED by the glowing presence of these beautiful beings who have so much love to give. Pure, joyful love. Monica De Silva-Lim 17th Annual Report 2012/2013 3

6 HONORARY SECRETARY S REPORT It is my pleasure to present the 17th Annual Report of Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) for the period from 01 July 2012 to 30 June The Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) was registered with the Registrar of Societies on 16 September 1996 and registered as a charity with effect from 17 January 1997 under the Charities Act. Since 4 July 1997, we acquired full membership with NCSS and were granted IPC (Institute of Public Character) status with the Central Fund. All outright donations are tax-deductible. Patron Mr. Tan Soo Khoon Advisors Dr. S. Vasoo Dr. Balbir Singh PBM Board Of Management Chairperson Ms. Monica de Silva-Lim Deputy Chairman Mr. Roderick Tan Tiong Own Honorary Secretary Mr. Ratnasabapathy Sivanandam Honorary Treasurer Mr. Gerard Lim Honorary Assistant Treasurer Ms. Monica Kan Lai Lai Honorary Assistant Secretary Ms. Li Shu Yun Immediate Past Chairman Mr. Ong Chin Wah Member Mr. Benjamin Cavalli Member Ms. Kristin Van Burm Member Prof. Libby Cohen (up till May 2013) Member Mr. Paul Lai Co-opted Member Mr. Alex Yan Specialist Advisory Board Medical Advisor Legal Advisor Dr. Bhavani Sriram Mrs. Christine Sekhon Affiliation/ Members National Council of Social Service Asia Pacific Down Syndrome Federation National Down Syndrome Society Down Syndrome Education International Special Olympics (Singapore) Singapore Disability Sports Council Down Syndrome International Asian Federation on Intellectual Disabilities International Association for the Scientific Study of Intellectual Disabilities Dr Balbir Singh PBM, Advisor to DSA Singapore, is also represented in the following Committees and Organisations: 1) Member, Enabling Master Plan Implementation Committee, MSF 2) Director / Trustee, Down Syndrome International 3) Co-Ordinator, Asia Pacific Down Syndrome Federation 4) Director, Special Needs Trust Company, Singapore 5) Chairperson, World Down Syndrome Day Committee, Down Syndrome International (DSI) 6) Co-Chair, Working Group, Access to Healthcare for PWDs, MSF 7) Champion for United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), NCSS Membership The current membership as at 30 June 2013 stands as follows: a. Life Members 230 b. Ordinary Members 141 c. Associate Members 134 d. Family Members 312 Total Members Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

7 HIGHLIGHTS OF 2012/2013 DSA (Singapore) hosted the Asia-Pacific Down Syndrome Federation (APDSF) Delegates Meet, with participation from 13 national associations and interest groups of persons with Down syndrome within Asia Pacific on 2 and 3 March The Irish community once again joined hands with us to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) in conjunction with St Patrick s Day celebrations on 17 March This partnership was made more meaningful with members from the Down Syndrome Association of Indonesia flying in to participate in the 3-day celebrations from March. We are also proud to announce that DSA founder member and Honorary Secretary Mr R Sivanandam was a recipient of the 2013 World Down Syndrome Day Award under the Voluntary and Professional category, conferred by the Down Syndrome International (DSI). The Award is presented by DSI to individuals or organisations whose voluntary, professional or scientific activities have strengthened and enriched the lives of people with Down syndrome, or contributed to scientific advancement related to Down syndrome. Congratulations Siva! Our DSA members with Down syndrome too made us proud when four members of the Fusion Dance Group, namely, Jaspreet Kaur, Chen Wan Yi, June Lin and Hee Yuan Sheng, together with dancers from Maya Dance Theatre and Abby Johnson from Makeshift Collective (Brisbane, Australia), made their debut in professional performance with the Little Steps Dance Performance held in March at the Substation Theatre on March, In keeping with our promise last year, we launched Project Heartprints from the word Go! in our brand new space. Project Heartprints was conducted by Ms DanaKae Bonahoom, an internationally recognized specialist of more than 30 years experience in the field of education, care and intervention. Ms Bonahoom and her ace team (Lara, Stephanie and Mia) flew in from USA to conduct a series of camps tailored for persons with Down syndrome ranging in age from teeny infants to adults. Over 70 participants and their families enjoyed and were enlightened by the programme, which was held from April Member Nadhrah Daud also created DSA history when she was offered the lead role as a teenage daughter in a Malay telemovie titled Tetap Anak Papa (You Are Always Daddy s Girl), which was screened on Malay TV Channel Suria on June 14th, to commemorate Father s Day. Produced by Mediareel, the touching movie highlighted the unbreakable bond between a father and his daughter with Down syndrome. DSA celebrated the move into the new DSA Centre on level 9 of Junction 8 Office Tower with a Soft Launch on 22nd June The fundraising projects for 2012/2013 showed healthy results with DSA raising a record-breaker for our Charity Movie, Despicable Me2, screened at Cathay Cinema on 7 July 2013 netting $323,354 and another $356,228 from Mystique VI held at Shangri-La on 1 September 2012, which also broke the previous year s record. 17th Annual Report 2012/2013 5

8 ORGANIZATION CHART BOARD OF MANAGEMENT Executive Committee Executive Director Executive Assistant Assistant Director (Community Partnerships & Corporate Communications) Director (Services) Executive (Community Partnerships & Corporate Communications) Family Support Services Executive Supervisor (Adult Services) Executive (Community Partnerships & Corporate Communications) Executive (Programmes & Membership) Special Education Teacher Training Officer Executive (Events & Community Partnerships) Senior Programmes & Services Corrdinator Special Education Teacher Special Education Teacher Training Officer Training Officer Accounts & Admin Executive Special Education Teacher Training Officer HR Coordinator Asst. Training Officer 6 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

9 DSA STAFF & INSTRUCTORS ADMINISTRATION Moses Lee Yong King Executive Director Wendy Tng Bee Peng Executive Assistant (from June 2013) Foo Siang Ter Director (Projects) (up till April 2013) Haryanti Bte Abdul Hamid Accounts & Admin Executive (from November 2012) Siti Noresah Bte Osman Admin & Accounts Assistant (up till November 2012) Gina Tuason HR Coordinator ADULT EDUCATION AND SUPPORT SERVICES Himal Ruparel Director (Services) (from August 2012) Myra Agasen Supervisor (Adult Services) Linda Veronica De Cruz Training Officer Hazel Lee Training Officer Cherie Cheong Training Officer Tng Sia Han Simon Training Officer (from November 2012) Siti Mariana Binte Abdullah Assistant Training Officer Murni Bte Sab Adi Assistant Training Officer (up till October 2012) EDUCATION SUPPORT SERVICES FOR CHILDREN Himal Ruparel Director (Services) (from August 2012) David Yong Kar Ngin Special Education Teacher Thanamalar d/o Thanbalan Special Education Teacher (up till February 2013) Azeanna Bte Sukaimy Special Education Teacher Lim Shu Yong Gisele Special Education Teacher (from November 2012) Nur Iriani Bte Saiman Special Education Teacher (from December 2012) COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS & CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS Vejaya Ranee Govindram Assistant Director (Community Partnerships & Corporate Communications) Cindy Tan Executive (Community Partnerships & Corporate Communications) (up till October 2012) Bianca Wong Executive (Community Partnerships & Corporate Communications) Mohammad Faizal Bin Hussain Executive (Events & Community Partnerships) (up till December 2012) Julie Tay Executive (Community Partnership & Corporate Communications) (from March 2013) PROGRAMMES & ENRICHMENT Nallamah d/o Ambalavanar Senior Programmes & Services Co-ordinator FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES Hernie Lim Mui Yoon (Gladys) Family Support Services Executive Nallamah d/o Ambalavanar Senior Programmes & Services Co-ordinator INSTRUCTORS / THERAPISTS Kavitha Krishnan, Khairul Shahrin, Deneswaran Visanathan & Samantha Teo Hui Xin - Apsara Fusion Dance Arts Asia Pte Ltd Jean Ng Li Sin & Julius Foo Jong Soon Speech and Drama Gill Darbyshire & Ranae Lee Swee Theng Visual Arts Tan Kim Joo & Daniel Chang Weng Keong / Richard Tan (up till October 2012) Bowling Shamroz Khan & Shivaranjini Moorthy - Shi Sha Production Drums & Percussion Kelvin Cheong - SP SPORTS Pte Ltd Swimming (Mt Faber) Adrienne Low Yoga Toh Wei Xiang (from April 2012) Computer Maths Class Kenneth Ngo (from March 2013) Music Gym Sports (from September 2012) Gymnastics Chew Seow Phuang Clay-Street.com Pte Ltd Pottery 17th Annual Report 2012/2013 7

10 COMMITTEES 2012/2013 ADMINISTRATIVE COMMITTEE Monica de-silva Lim Patricia Han Su Ling (up till December 2012) Ratnasabapathy Sivanandam Li Shu Yun AUDIT COMMITTEE Alex Yan Patricia Han Su Ling Khairul Alam Mohd Zaini Monica Kan Lai Lai Roderick Tan Tiong Own Gerard Lim COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP & CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS Moses Lee Yong King Moses Lee Yong King Haryanti Bte Abdul Hamid Benjamin Cavalli Julie Tay (from March 2013) Ratnasabapathy Sivanandam Cindy Tan (up till October 2012) Roderick Tan Tiong Own Bianca Wong Vejaya Ranee Govindram Mohammed Faizal Bin Hussain (up till December 2012) ENRICHMENT SERVICES Kristin Van Burm Himal Ruparel (from August 2012) Monica Kan Lai Lai Li Shu Yun ADULTS EDUCATION SERVICES Nalla d/o Ambalavanar Libby Cohen (up till May 2013) Himal Ruparel (from August 2012) Ong Chin Wah Simon Tng Myra Agasen Murni Bte Sab Adi (up till October 2012) CHILDREN S EDUCATION SERVICES Linda Veronica De Cruz Hazel Lee Siti Mariana Binte Abdullah Cherie Cheong Kristin Van Burm Himal Ruparel (from August 2012) Paul Lai David Yong Kar Ngin Gisele Lim Shu Yoon (from November 2012) Jenny Lim Thanamalar d/o Thanbalan (up till February 2013) FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES Azeanna Bte Sukaimy Nur Iriani Bte Siman (from December 2012) Patricia Han Su Ling (up till December 2012) Himal Ruparel (from August 2012) Monica Kan Lai Lai Li Shu Yun PUBLIC RELATIONS & PUBLICATIONS Ratnasabapathy Sivanandam Hernie Lim Mui Yoon (Gladys) Bianca Wong Vejaya Ranee Govindram Muhammed Faizal Bin Hussain (up till December 2012) HUMAN ETHICS & RESEARCH Libby Cohen (up till May 2013) Moses Lee Yong King Kristin Van Burm Himal Ruparel (from August 2012) 8 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

11 CHILDREN S EDUCATION SERVICES Education is a universal right of every child and is the key factor that enables a person to become productive citizens and contribute to the well-being of their community. According to a UNESCO Report, education is not simply about making schools available for those who are already able to access them. It is about being proactive in identifying the barriers and obstacles learners encounter in attempting to access opportunities for quality education, as well as in removing those barriers and obstacles that lead to exclusion. For children with special needs, an education appropriate to his/her developing abilities will build character and develop personality traits that support and encourage the maturing child to attain a better quality of life through: Living independently in the community Engaging in lifelong learning Contributing to others at home and in the community Becoming gainfully employed Standing as a good citizen of the country. Aligned with DSA(S) mission and vision in promoting a holistic developmental approach to education for our group of young members, Children s Education Services aims to promote a range of support services and programmes. Over the past year, the department has strengthened its current provision of services to foster closer working relationships to support a network of schools, pupils and their families. These include: Integration Facilitation Support Programme Developmentally appropriate and fully integrated programme Outreach to regular schools Integration Facilitation Support Programme (IFSP): The purpose of IFSP is to support the enrolment of children with Down syndrome in regular kindergartens and primary schools. These educational settings provide the children with the benefits of an appropriate education which meet their academic and social developmental needs. Seven of eight children attending primary school continued to make good progress with their studies in school and mature socially at the same time. Three children were transferred to other educational settings more appropriate for their continuing development. Two children, one in Primary 4 and the other in Primary 2 moved to APSN- Chaoyang School in January 2013 and July 2013 respectively. Both are doing well. A third child who was in kindergarten has since enrolled in AWWA School. Two children received services when they started Primary 1 in January this year. Two children attending kindergarten joined the programme at the beginning of The programme which is into the fourth year has drawn greater interest from parents of children as young as two years old. There is a steady stream of parents seeking to enroll their children in the programme which had a wait-list of 10 children by end June The schools and kindergartens presently in IFSP partnership with DSA(S) for 10 different clients are: Ai Tong School (till April 2013) Anchor Green Primary School CHIJ-Our Lady of Nativity School (till June 2013) Evergreen Primary School Fuhua Primary School Marymount Convent School St. Anthony s Primary School St. Margaret s Primary School St Joseph s Church Kindergarten Pat s Schoolhouse Eight children enrolled in the primary schools follow the national curriculum and attend school as typical pupils. Two children are enrolled in kindergartens in preparation for transition to primary schools. These children need support to cope with academic demands and adapt to the social norms of the schools. IFSP offers a three-prong support to all stakeholders: Regular Schools/Kindergartens and their staff Typically developing peers Children with Down syndrome and their families Support to the Regular Schools, Teachers and typically developing Peers: DSA(S) facilitates the on-going effort of the school, teachers and peers to 17th Annual Report 2012/2013 9

12 CHILDREN S EDUCATION SERVICES include the child with Down syndrome in their midst. Efforts include: Regular Communication, Discussion and Feedback Periodic Evaluation and Progress Report Workshop on Children with Down syndrome in Primary Schools Advocacy Talks and Educating people about Down syndrome and their strengths and weaknesses Support to the Family: DSA(S) enables the family to participate fully in their child s academic and social development. Efforts will include: Timely Communication and Specific Feedback to manage rising concerns Regular Evaluation and Progress Report Giving necessary information and connecting them with different workshops and specialist services Support to the Clients: DSA(S) helps the child cope with school life academically and socially. Efforts include: gains of each client albeit in different schools and kindergartens. DSA(S) is appreciative of the stakeholders in the supporting schools and kindergartens who have made education accessible to all children including children with Down syndrome. They are accepted in regular schools and are benefitting from an education that is appropriate to their developmental needs. Developmentally appropriate and fully Integrated Programme DSA(S) piloted a series of workshops by DanaKae Bonahoom*, at the new premises in DSA Centre at Junction 8, from April DanaKae Bonahoom is an internationally recognized specialist of more than 30 years experience in the field of education, care and intervention. Ms Bonahoom and her ace team Lara, Stephanie and Mia flew in from USA to conduct these camps tailored for persons with Down syndrome, ranging from little infants to adults. Over 70 participants and their families not only enjoyed themselves, but went home enlightened. The series laid the groundwork for several possible new programmes that will augment and supplement the education of children from ages 0 to 18. Outreach to Regular Schools DSA(S) seeks to educate schools, teachers and students on how mainstream education can include and support children with Down syndrome. Participation in exhibitions and giving talks in schools and kindergartens provide opportunities to increase the receptiveness of schools towards registering and educating children with Down syndrome. In-class support during lesson time Pull-out support for clients who need additional remedial attention Individual tutorial support An Individualized Education Plan with ongoing evaluation Adopt a child-centered approach in collaboration with parents and teachers Educational intervention that is aimed to effectively change in each child s learning outcomes requires sustained and effective team effort by all stakeholders. With inclusive thinking and child-centeredness, the team effort helps to sustain academic and social Footnote: Ms. DanaKae Bonahoom* is the sole owner, distributor of materials and curricular consultations for Heartworks Intervention Services and Heartworks in Motion (HIM ). Ms. Monica De Silva-Lim has been appointed an authorized Curriculum Director for Heartworks in Motion with effect from July She has declared this appointment to the DSA(S) Board of Management on 23 September 2013, and has since then not been involved in any discussions and/or decision making pertaining to DSA(S) s engagement of Ms. Bonahoom s services. Ms Monica De Silva-Lim has never received any form of gratification, remuneration, cash, gifts, services in kind or any other benefit whatsoever, whether directly or indirectly, from Ms. DanaKae Bonahoom as a result of DSA(S)'s engagement of Ms Bonahoom's services. 10 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

13 INTEGRATED FACILITATION SUPPORT PROGRAMME (IFSP) With its focus on integrating children into mainstream education, the IFSP programme encompasses a number of deliverables. The Pictures below are evidence of active learning, outcomes of intervention and collaboration with teaching staff at school, motivation to perform, inclusion and socialisation with peer group. Active Learning - Applying her learning of the use of a number line in addition and subtraction. Active Learning - Studying the life cycle of the chicken with her classmates at the Science Centre. Active Learning - Working on the puzzle of a snake featured on stamps at the Philatelic Museum. Learning Outcomes - Performing for parents. Learning Outcomes - Enjoying reading and creative writing process. Learning Outcomes - Producing the results based on teacher s instructions. Individual Learning Outcomes - Buying food at the school canteen. Individual Learning Outcomes - Managing the entire process of changing attire and keeping soiled clothes. Socialisation - Having a conversation with classmates while waiting to perform class drama. Socialisation - Playing a more complex game of Scissor, Paper, Stone during recess. Motivation - Enjoying his reward midmorning after lessons. Transitioning - Receiving a scrapbook of memories of her time at the school. 17th Annual Report 2012/

14 CHILDREN S EDUCATION SERVICES INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT LEARNING The Children s Education Services adopts an Integrated Development Approach in the delivery of its programmes, as we believe that children best develop when the programmes are delivered in a holistic manner. The pictures below document some of the programmes we ran last year for children from 4 months old to young adults. Building sensory awareness at the hands and feet of babies and toddlers. Holding tools in hand to create a visual effect. Integrating writing skills with creative processes. Integrating life-skills into activities for young children. Exploring ideas of growth from the lifecycle of a butterfly through movement. Parent and child working together to fetch the egg without dropping it. Family and team members building a kaleidoscope. Believing and trusting own child to lead and guide. CES team member conducting session during the DSA Centre s soft launch. 12 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

15 ADULTS EDUCATION SERVICES ADULT ENHANCEMENT PROGRAMME Started in 2004, the Adult Enhancement Programme (AEP) is a 21st century contemporary programme targeted at young adults with intellectual disabilities who have graduated from special schools at 18 years old. The focus of this programme ranges from skills training to placing the clients into open employment and supporting them to succeed in the workplace. It is a model which embraces as well as leverages on the community as a training platform to help integrate our clients into society. From July 2012 to June 2013 there were 26 clients in the programme. The AEP is designed to develop and nurture clients holistically, with a strong emphasis on independence and empowerment. It is a full-day programme that seeks to nurture our clients to achieve the following key areas: Work Activities (Work) Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Leisure Activities (Leisure) The AEP seeks to enhance the clients skills in the above three areas so as to maximise their potential and to help them become independent and lead productive lives. Clients in the A team building session for AEP clients. programme are placed in four areas of specialisation, namely: 1. Open Employment/Social Enterprise (OE/SE) 2. Project-based Track 3. Leisure-based Track 4. Retail Track Year has been a challenging one for the AEP. The move out of Level 6 of Bishan office was an emotional one, and during the interim, before we moved into our new premise at level 9 which was still at its finishing stages - in March 2013, they had to move to 3 different locations, often in smaller spaces. This adversity was converted to a learning experience and all the clients learned to adapt and adjust to new routines and spaces gracefully. This, however, slowed down the momentum of the programme and affected the achievement of goals set. The OE/SE Track The objective of the OE/SE track is to provide Open Employment/Social Enterprise opportunities for clients through the capitalization of their strengths and interests. There are 15 adults in this track. Training in this track focuses on vocational, social and interaction skills for possibly between 9-12 months, before transition to a more rigorous training platform, under the framework of a social enterprise (e.g. Thrift shop, Push Cart Sales, or undertake the CTI (Centre for Training and Integration) programme run at Holiday Inn, Orchard Centre. The CTI programme is a sixmonth long programme, where clients with special needs are trained in jobs at the Hotel and on successful completion, they are certified and placed within the consortium of Hotels supporting the programme. Three persons were selected in this programme of which, one completed the course. The other two were withdrawn midcourse as their skills and interest did not match. Five others from this track were gainfully employed in full time or part-time jobs by the last quarter of 2012 in external work environments, such as in the hotel food and beverage industry. For the others in this track, we continue to focus on work hardening skills, social emotional skills and vocational skills. The Project Based Track The objective of the Project track - which accommodates six clients - is to support the Social Enterprise unit in producing items for sale as well as 17th Annual Report 2012/

16 ADULTS EDUCATION SERVICES provide a training platform for more structured activities to empower our clients with the relevant vocational skills to progress to the OE track. In terms of progress, four of the clients are able to perform 2 skills and use them in a sustained manner. One of them has mastered one skill with physical and verbal prompts and the other is progressing well. The Leisure Track The objective of the Leisure track is to enhance and facilitate socialisation and interaction development among peers through recreational activities in the community. Training in this area focuses on interaction with others, participation in group activities, and engagement in self-directed leisure activity. There are five clients thriving in this area. Three of the clients have met the goal of being able to perform one new skill, given physical and verbal assistance, while two of the clients who have been longer in the programme have gained two skills, responding well with verbal and physical assistance. Over the years, the AEP has also been developing and creating crafts for the purpose of training in their push cart events. Aside from producing the fridge magnets, AEP clients have widened their product by offering bookmarks, coasters, hand-phone charms and hair clips. Apart from functional learning, clients in AEP are also encouraged to adopt a well-balanced lifestyle through various activities such as community sports (e.g. swimming and box exercise), cooking sessions, Kid s READ, and gym sessions on a weekly basis. Clients also participate in the Visual Arts programme, conducted by Ms. Gill Darbyshire, and have produced art pieces that are well appreciated. Social Enterprises In alignment with the mission of DSA(S) to provide opportunities for lifelong learning, social integration, as well as advocate for equal opportunities, quality of life and their contribution to society, DSA(S), under AEP project, set up a Pushcart business, Cart21, in December 2004 with assistance from Temasek Polytechnic, as well as a thrift shop, SHOP@DSA21, which is essentially a shop selling second-hand and/or donated goods, in June The SHOP@DSA21 has evolved over the years. The programme has streamlined its display, customer services and presentation. The clients work as retail assistants in training and now have an improved structured routine, where they sort, tag price, display and sell. At present, the shop has three new clients working so that they can transition from the thrift shop to open employment options in the retail sector. Going Forward While there have been a number of notable developments achieved during the year under review, there are a number of key challenges and initiatives in the upcoming year. We hope to increase our adults in the programme to 40 by the end of the year and fully maximize the new premise that offers much bigger space and enables us to run more activities and accommodate more clients in the programme. Ben at the Stewarding Department at the Holiday Inn, Orchard Centre for the CTI Programme. AEP clients attending cookery class. It s shopping day at Daiso. The programme at the thrift shop will be reviewed and enhanced further to enable progression and growth of our clients serving there. With SHOP@DSA21, the focus will be on stepping up donation drives, as well as continual marketing of the shop to ensure its visibility. DSA(S) is currently exploring more possible external partners for our clients so as to be able to transition some of our clients to work in suitable external businesses independently. 14 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

17 ENRICHMENT SERVICES Enrichment times are busy times at DSA(S). Our centre resounds with laughter, music and chatter, with members - young and old - coming together to participate in various enrichment programmes - Saturday being the busiest day of the week! The girls are applying makeup during the grooming lesson. As a concerted endeavour to serve and develop our clients, DSA provides a multitude of activities that engage and enable them. Each programme is specially tailored to benefit persons with Down syndrome, specifically suited for their needs. Besides the embedded therapeutic aspects in our activities, we engage them to develop their talents to achieve their highest potential. The various enrichment programmes have a total participation of 203 members. Discounting the fact that some of our members have signed up for more than one programme, the number of unique members is 136 as of June PERFORMING ARTS Dance DSA s Fusion Dance Ensemble has grown over the last few years. It is led by experienced dance instructors Khairul Shahrin, Samantha Teo and Denes Waran, and is one of our popular programmes. (Picture top centre and bottom) DSA dancers at Release 2.0 a Maya Dance Theatre production performed at Substation. 17th Annual Report 2012/

18 ENRICHMENT SERVICES Our dancers have performed at various events, both for DSA(S) and external parties, such as the DSA Charity Gala Dinner Mystique VI at the Shangri-La Hotel, the 9-aside Soccer Tournament Fundraising event organised by Sembawang Soccer Club, and the Lanka Lions Family Day Carnival at the Khalsa Association. At The World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) celebrations in March 2013, members of our Dance Group put up a magnificent show that was greatly appreciated. A significant achievement for five of our dancers in this group was their performance in a Maya Dance Theatre production, Release 2.0, performed at the Substation from March For the first time, our dancers were in a fully inclusive performance as artistes! They danced with artistes from Maya Dance Theatre and dancers from Indonesia. Their performances at the Asia Pacific Down Syndrome Federation Delegates Meet on 1st March 2013 and Performance at Momentum, held at Republic Polytechnic in May 2013, won the hearts of the audience and a tremendous applause that followed a stream of praises. Due to overwhelming response, we have commenced a new Fusion Dance class for beginners. There are 13 members in this class and the emphasis is on basic dance movements as they learn to dance to some popular hot numbers. Drum Prodigy Ensemble Since it started in 2009, the DSA Drum Prodigy and Percussion Ensemble have grown in size and in its ability to perform. Currently, there are 23 DSA members in this ensemble. The programme continues to bring joy, enthusiasm and musical creativity in the drummers, enriching their lives with music. While the drumming lessons emphasise on basic drumming rhythms and the use of hand techniques, speed and endurance (playing different tempos), there are deeper intrinsic benefits of memory enhancement, focal attention, motor planning and sequencing, following instructions and team work among others. The Drums classes are conducted every Wednesday and Friday evenings and our members are taught by instructors Shamroz Khan and Sivaranjini Moorthy Raman. Besides performing at DSA(S) events like the DSA Charity Gala Dinner Mystique event, World Down Syndrome Day 2013, they have performed at many community and corporate events, such as at the opening ceremony of the Gardens by the Bay, NTU fund raising event at Causeway Point and the SIF Volunteers event. Performing in front of an appreciative audience is an opportunity for our drummers to showcase their talents as well as build their self-esteem. DSA Drummers at the World Down Syndrome Day celebrations. 16 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

19 Music and Movement In response to a need expressed by parents, a music and movement class for children aged between12-18 years was started in March This class teaches music on the keyboard and introduces singing and movement as well. In this foundation class, our young members learn musical notations, play the keyboard and move their bodies to pick up rhythms, body balance and control, and auditory processing. The approach is holistic, and the curriculum focuses on the development of the children as well as grooming their talents. It helps to build the spatialtemporal and reasoning skills as well as develop social and emotional skills. When the children have fun and are energized with the movement, their focal attention is better. The singing helps with oral motor skills, language and speech; while playing the keyboard, they hone their motor planning and sequencing, understand the embedded mathematics in the preciseness of rhythms and musical notations. In an energetic and intimate environment, our young members learn and grow simultaneously, fine tuning or honing their developed and undeveloped motor skills respectively. Classes are held in the DSA Bishan Centre every Wednesday with teacher Kenneth Ngo leading the group in a lyrical, toe-tapping adventure at the keyboard. Speech and Drama In every child, there is a need for expression and a desire to be known. Drama gives our members with Down syndrome the confidence in a safe environment, even while it educates, stimulates thinking, motor planning and sequencing, speech, language and memory skills. It has been 11 years Kenneth conducting music lessons with one of his students. since the start of this programme and it continues to remain one of the most sought after programmes at DSA(S). With the larger space at the new DSA Centre, all classes are now held here, and currently we run three classes for different age groups. For the older members, the classes are held every Tuesday evening, whilst the younger ones enjoy their classes over two sessions on Saturday afternoons. These sessions are conducted by our drama instructors, Ms. Jean Ng and Mr. Julius Foo, who are well reputed in the theatre circles. Our members find it enjoyable and interactive and they relish every moment of the sessions. Bowling Our well experienced coaches Mr. Tan Kim Joo and Mr. Daniel Chang, continue to coach the DSA(S) Bowling team every Saturday at the Singapore Recreation Club to raise the abilities of our bowlers. Speech & Drama group performing at Mystique VI. DSA bowlers have also participated in the DSA Charity Bowl and Family Bowl in 2013, interacting with the community, volunteers, friends and families. Thirteen DSA bowlers participated in the 8th Special Olympics Singapore National Games 2013 held over two days - 31 May and 1 June - at the Orchid THE CHEVRONS. Our bowlers competed in all 3 categories - single, doubles and team events. Trained under coaches Tan Kim Joo and Daniel Chang, the bowlers made DSA proud by hauling a total of 13 medals, including 3 gold medals. Swimming One of the key recommended sports is swimming as it is one sport that integrates the mind and the body as it works all muscle groups and builds stamina, strengthening the muscle tone. The body s natural affinity for water makes any developmental delays irrelevant. DSA swimming lessons are held at SAFRA Mt Faber on Friday evenings and conducted by an experienced swimming coach. Computer Mathematics Class Computer skills are a necessity in the 21st century and the interactive options make learning easier and more engaging. DSA(S) runs computer classes every Sunday in the computer DSA bowlers interacting with the community. 17th Annual Report 2012/

20 ENRICHMENT SERVICES lab at the DSA Bishan Centre for 20 members. Mr Toh Wei Xiang, along with a dedicated group of volunteers, demystifies the challenge of numbers using software to help members improve their skills in mathematics in an interesting and interactive way. KID S READ Literacy is essential for all communication. The KID S READ is a programme that encourages the habit of reading. The programme encompasses dynamic reading activities which in turn keeps the participants engaged in the story they are working on. Members at the Kid s Read session. The objective of this programme is to help develop reading skills, creativity and imagination, while working on pronunciation, verbalisation, and social communication. DSA(S) runs two classes on the weekends, one on Saturdays and one on Sundays, to enable more children of school-going age to attend. The programme is run by a group of volunteers and has a faithful following. At Gardens By The Bay in October Yoga Work the body to stimulate the mind. This is a known fact. Our Yoga classes run every Saturday morning at DSA Bishan centre. The yoga lessons are taught by Ms Adrianne Low. This is a parent accompanied programme and provides an excellent opportunity for parent-child bonding. Members at Aspiration Camp organized By Singapore Polytechnic in December The programme focuses on improving breathing techniques, body control and muscle tone, and to focus the mind. AD HOC Programmes & Activities DSA collaborates with various groups of volunteers to organize activities with members in an effort to promote social integration, interaction, awareness and community bonding. DSA members with Mr. S R Nathan, the sixth President of Republic of Singapore, at the Lanka Lions Carnival at Khalsa Association in November Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

21 FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES The Family Support Services (FSS) was set up to support parents and families through the various stages of their children s growth. It plays an important part in keeping the parents and families of persons with Down syndrome abreast of current information and provides a safe platform of emotional support and educational guidance. FSS encompasses a wide range of services for families with persons with Down syndrome. The services include educational talks, outreach programmes, family enrichment activities, parent support group, Resource and Information Centre and many more. Educational Talks The FSS conducts regular talks, seminars and workshops by bringing in experts to share their views and current thinking with our families. We had a full calendar of talks for parents/caregivers of DSA(S) members and were well received throughout the year. Despite challenges of renovation works at the new DSA Centre, the FSS continued its services without much disruption. Through the talks, FSS was able to reach out to over 800 parents/ caregivers during the year in review. The talks, provided by various service providers, touched on a wide spectrum of subjects such as education, health and finance. Feedback indicated that participants found the talks to be informative to equip parents/caregivers with the necessary knowledge in providing care for their loved ones. The following talks were conducted from July 2012 to June 2013: Feeding Therapy Intervention (1st Session) Becoming a Young Lady: Managing Your Daughter s Menstruation Music Therapy Integration Facilitation Support Programme (IFSP) for Teachers Working Memory in Children Talking with Your Child Jin Shin Jystu Professional Development Staying in the Game Hanen It Takes to Talk Duke-NUS Collaborative Study Readiness & the Toileting Behaviour of Children with DS Depression & Obsessive-Compulsive Behaviour Keeping Children & Adolescents with DS Healthy Outreach Programmes Our outreach programmes focus on awareness talks for healthcare providers, educational institutions and others in the community. FSS awareness talks were conducted at the following places during the year in review: Parkway East Hospital K K Women s & Children s Hospital Duke-NUS: Awareness Talk for Students from the Department of Psychology Hua Min Primary School Family Enrichment Activities The following are family oriented activities organised during the year in review. Art Presentation Integration Facilitation Support Programme (IFSP) for Parents DADs Only Social Enterprise Meeting DSA DADs Family Bowl Our Child s Future Living in Celebration Infants Programme We have Grown Party My Child, My Future Feeding Therapy Intervention (2nd session) Focus Group (AEP) Your Adult Child s Future Parent Support Group s Gathering Little Heartprints Infant Heartprints Young Heartprints AEP Heartprints DSA Family Heartprints for Mature Parents DSA Family Enrichment for Young Parents Behaviour: Understanding & Managing Your Child with Special Needs The ipad as an Educational Tool What we get up to in the AEP Art Class Play with the Young Child with Down syndrome: Engaging, Interacting, Communicating & Learning The Parent Support Group What better way to offer support than putting two or three likeminded people with similar cultural 17th Annual Report 2012/

22 FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES backgrounds together to walk the journey of life and share their fears, concerns and triumphs? The Parent Support Group met whenever possible to discuss issues, concerns and to encourage and support new parents. They even participated in an experiential activity of bridge building that was not only fun but also symbolic! Family Camps Over the years, FSS has been striving to improve its services. In April 2013, it organised a series of Family Camps for parents of adult clients as well as teenagers and young children. Besides bringing families together to bond, the camps were also an avenue for our clients to demonstrate their capability so parents could see them with new lens. Resource & Information Centre The FSS Resource and Information Centre offers members the opportunity to borrow reference books ranging from early childhood education to specialized reading on Down syndrome. The Toy Library offers educational fun toys for early intervention with the purpose of providing all round development. The library contains 223 games and learning props. My Child, My Future Focus Group Discussion for parents of children below 6 years old. AEP Family Camp. Students from DUKE-NUS Department of Psychology, attending an awareness talk at DSA(S). Parents engaged in an activity at the Parent Support Group meeting. Kaleidoscope Family Camp. DS Healthy Talk by Dr Brian Skoto from USA, addressing KKH s medical staff as well as parents/caregivers. Dr Sajith Sreedharan Geetha, giving a talk on Obsessive-Compulsive Behaviour. Feeding Therapy. Infants and parents attending an Infant Heartprints Programme conducted by DanaKae Bonahoom from USA. 20 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

23 FUNDRAISING AND PR EVENTS The year in review was a start of a new chapter in DSA(S) s history with its move to bigger space on the 9th floor of Junction 8 Office Tower with better facilities for DSA(S) to conduct all its educational and enrichment activities under one roof. The new DSA Centre, which is almost three times bigger than its former premise on the 6th floor, is a dream made possible with funding from our valued donors and supporters, in particular the Singapore Ireland Fund, which mooted the idea with a cornerstone funding of $200,000, and the National Council of Social Service (NCSS) for having entrusted the larger space to DSA(S). Moving into bigger space enables DSA(S) to enhance its current services as well as introduce new programmes for its members with Down syndrome. To ensure that sufficient funds are generated to continue providing quality service, DSA(S) reached out and strengthened ties with its corporate partners, organisations and individuals who believe in our cause. DSA Fundraising & Awareness Projects With support from our loyal donors, sponsors and supporters, DSA managed to raise a total of over $1.9 million for the year in review, including approximately $997,631 from fundraising projects organised by DSA and in collaboration with external parties, as against $838,289 the previous year. These included: $356,228 from the DSA Annual Charity Gala Dinner Mystique VI, which was held at the Shangri-La Hotel on 1st September 2012; $106,980 from the WDSD-St Patrick s Day Buddy Walk, when DSA once again partnered with the Irish community to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) in conjunction with St Patrick s Day celebrations on 17 March 2013; $33,500 from the DSA Charity Bowl held on 23 March 2013; $257,294 for DSA Charity Movie 2013, of which an additional $66,060 received in July 2013 will be accounted in the next FY 2013/2014. Expenditure incurred for the DSA fundraising events was $127,855 as against $129,982 the previous year. Surplus from fundraising projects was $849,776 as against $708,307 the previous year. Our Partners DSA was also fortunate to be the beneficiary of unstinting fundraising efforts by the Korean Chamber of Commerce, Keppel Club, NTU Touch of the Hearts (TOTs), UPS Singapore and Master Contracts Services Pte Ltd. We thank each of them for keeping us in their hearts and going out of their way to supporting our cause. DSA also expresses grateful thanks to the Tote Board for the generous grants in support of DSA fundraising efforts as well as to the President s Office for the President s Challenge contribution. DSA(S) extends its deepest gratitude to all our donors, sponsors, volunteers and supporters for their generous contributions. We give our assurance that every dollar raised, will go towards a worthy programme that will enlighten the lives of our children with Down syndrome. Striding Forward As we enter a new financial year, DSA(S) can confidently stride forward in fulfilling its mission of providing lifelong learning and social integration to our children and adults with Down syndrome. Mystique VI Charity Gala Dinner 2012 The annual DSA Charity Gala Dinner -Mystique VI, was held on 1st September 2012 at the Shangri-La Hotel and was graced by Madam Halimah Yacob, the former Minister of State for Community Development, Youth and Sports, and currently the Speaker of Parliament. It was a fun-filled evening of song and dance by DSA performing arts group, the Fusion Dance Ensemble and the ever popular DSA Drummers, with the Speech & Drama Group making its debut at Mystique in a 20-minute skit entitled The Journey. Conceptualised and directed by Julius Foo and assisted by Jean Ng, this skit was performed by 9 persons with Down syndrome and one person with Autism. Also making her first appearance on stage for the Mystique Gala Dinner was 17th Annual Report 2012/

24 FUNDRAISING & PR EVENTS 15-year-old Monisha Iswaran, a student from the School of the Arts, (SOTA) and a staunch supporter of DSA(S). Local Fashion House Pure Earth added glamour to the evening with a spectacular presentation of exquisite outfits, specially designed for the Charity Gala Dinner, with two of the outfits offered for auction. Also offered for auction were paintings done by our members with Down syndrome; vintage wine, carpets and holiday packages sponsored by Shangri-La Boracay Resort & Spa in the Philippines; The Pullman-Danang Beach Resort in Vietnam and the Shangri- La Tanjung Aru Resort & Spa in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. Spicing up the evening was Master of Ceremonies, the well-known radio DJ Mark Van Cuylenburg aka The Flying Dutchman (FD), who teamed up with volunteer auctioneer Edmund Rajendran from Eastern Carpets to hype up the auction bids. Total funds raised for Mystique VI was over $356,228 including $50,000 from the auction bids. This is the highest amount raised since Mystique was first held six years ago. We would like to thank all our donors, sponsors, volunteers and supporters, with special thanks to Loreal Luxe for their magnanimous contribution of door gift items consisting of highend perfumes and cosmetics, for making DSA Charity Gala Dinner VI a resounding success. Drum DSA member, beats to Marianne start the evening s Lim, playing programme the Guzheng at the Charity Gala Dinner Mystique VI. Fashion show at Mystique VI. Piano recital by DSA member, Alan Chai, welcoming our Guest of Honour, Mdm Halimah Yacob, former Minister of State for Community Development, Youth & Sports, and currently the Speaker of Parliament, at Mystique VI. A dance item by members of DSA Fusion Dance Ensemble. 22 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

25 World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) to 17 March 2013 DSA(S) members, their families and friends joined more than 3,000 people from all walks of life, to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day 2013, which was held in collaboration with the St Patrick s Day Parade on 17 March. The Parade was the culmination of 3-days of celebrations from March, and was the second year running that the St. Patrick s Day Parade formed the backdrop for WDSD, which is officially observed worldwide on 21 March annually. The rain earlier in the day did not dampen spirits the of the participants and everyone gathered happily along the riverside at the Old Parliament House to welcome the Guests-of- Honour, Ms Indranee Rajah, Senior Minister of State for Education and Law, and Mr Brendan Howlin, the Irish Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform, who was attending the event for the secong year in a row. The two VIPs flagged off the participants, and led the Parade along Singapore River, across Anderson Bridge, along Battery Road to finish at Circular Road via Boat Quay, to thunderous applause by the bystanders along the way. The event ended with a post-party bash including dance and drum performances by members from DSA (Singapore) and Indonesia Down Syndrome Association (ISDI). It was the first time that members of the Down Syndrome Indonesia were participating in the WDSD event in Singapore, making the event a significantly memorable one for both associations. During the weekend of the celebrations, DSA(S) set up an awareness booth to create greater understanding about Down syndrome and showcase items handmade by persons with Down syndrome, which included fridge magnets, paper clips, coasters and hair clips, specially designed to commemorate World Down Syndrome Day. The main objective of WDSD is to create greater awareness and provide an avenue for community integration. DSA(S) also managed to raise almost $125,000 from the WDSD celebrations. DSA Charity Bowl 2013 Staff and representatives from various companies and organisations teamed up with members from Down Syndrome Association (Singapore), for the 7th DSA Charity Bowl tournament, which was held at SuperBowl, SAFRA Mount Faber on 23 March The Charity Bowl event was organised by DSA(S) to commemorate World Down Syndrome Day celebrations and provide a platform for the community to integrate with persons with Down syndrome within a sporting environment. Besides creating greater awareness for persons with Down syndrome, the tournament was also an opportunity for DSA(S) bowlers to showcase their skills. Corporate firms and donors were invited to participate by sponsoring a lane at $1,000 per lane. There were (From left) His Excellency Joe Hayes Ambassador of Ireland to Singapore, Ms Indranee Rajah, Senior Minister of State for Education and Law, and Irish Government Minister Brendan Howlin, attended the WDSD - St. Patrick s Day Parade. Angklung performance by members from the Indonesia Down Syndrome Association (SDI). DSA(S) Board Member Mr R Siva (left) joining in a toast at the parade. 17th Annual Report 2012/

26 FUNDRAISING & PR EVENTS a total of 21 lanes of which 15 lanes were taken up by corporate sponsors while the remaining 6 lanes were noncompetitive opened to DSA members, their families and invited guests. Each competitive lane consisted of 3 corporate bowlers and one member with Down syndrome. During the friendly tournament, cheers and laughter were heard as prizes were given out by our volunteer emcee, Mr Gopalan Nair, to liven up the mood and to teams who managed to hit a strike or turkey. Scores were tallied after 3 games and Trailblazer Foundation emerged as winner and 1st Runner-up, with DP Architects coming in 3rd. The Guest-of-Honour, Mr Mike Barclay, Chief Executive Officer of Sentosa Development Corporation, presented trophies and medals to the winning teams. All participants also received certificates of participation. Charity Movie 2013 The DSA Charity Movie Despicable Me 2, screened at the Cathay Cinema on 7 July 2013, proved to be a big hit with 5 halls booked, the most number of halls occupied for DSA Charity Movie since the fundraiser event was first held five years ago. Net amount raised for this event was over $300, 000, another record-breaker in terms of funds raised. DSA bowlers with a corporate team. Members enjoying themselves at Charity Bowl. All movie-goers were presented with a specially-designed luggage belt as door gifts. Special thanks go to Millenium 3 Buildings Pte Ltd, Temasek T-Touch Foundation and Eastern Hougang Eye Specialist Clinic for the generous sponsorship of exclusive halls. Our gratitude also goes to Cathay Cineplexes Pte Ltd for its support. Guest-of-Honour, Mr Mike Barclay, Chief Executive Officer of Sentosa Development Corporation (extreme left), and DSA member Wee Kim Hong (second from left) with the Winning Team from Trailblazer Foundation. Mr Gopalan Nair (left) our emcee for Charity Bowl 2013 receiving plague from Board member Mr R Siva. DSA would like to assure all our donors, sponsors and supporters that the funds raised will be directed to educational and enrichment programmes to develop individuals with Down syndrome through life-long learning and social integration. Posing as Minions!. Our members soaking up the buzz before start of the movie. DSA members and staff at the Charity Movie screening of Despicable Me Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

27 DOWN SYNDROME INTERNATIONAL Message from the Founding Chair of Down Syndrome International - Mrs Penny Robertson It was my pleasure to recently attend the DSA Charity Gala Dinner Mystique VII, where I met many friends of old who have been involved in the organisation of the Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) since its inception. In fact I do remember the initial meeting when we discussed many of the challenges in forming an association for Singapore. I also remember the response of the two young women with Down syndrome who attended, which was Just do it! I really want to congratulate all involved in DSA(S) on the wonderful progress, you have made over the past 17 years. When I observed the entertainment and programmes that are running for all people with Down syndrome and the new centre, I take my hat off to you all. Not only have you had a great impact in Singapore but your organisation has been very much at the forefront in changing community attitudes towards people with disabilities locally, regionally and globally. DSA(S) was also instrumental in establishing the Asia-Pacific Down Syndrome Federation 17 years ago and hosting the World Down Syndrome Congress in In addition, DSA(S) took the lead role in designing the World Down Syndrome Day website and hosted and managed it for several years on behalf of Down Syndrome International (DSI). Your members took a very active role in Ms Penny Robertson (left) with DSA(S) Chairperson Ms Monica de Silva-Lim at Mystique VII Gala Dinner. assisting DSI to lobby the United Nations for World Down Syndrome Day to be declared a UN recognised day on 21 March each year. This year, DSA(S) hosted a meeting of the Asia Pacific Down Syndrome Federation delegates and as a result of that meeting, two outreach programmes in Indonesia have already commenced. One is a medical clinic for people with Down syndrome set up at the Royal Progress Rumah Sakit. Special thanks to Dr S Bhavani, Dr Shankar, Dr Balbir Singh and DSA(S) member Jaspreet Kaur for motivating the clinicians and parents to launch this initiative. The second is an open employment project at the Intercontinental Hotel in Jakarta, which is the first truly open employment project in Indonesia. For all the work you have done in encouraging your government to become a signatory to and ratifying United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), I extend my thanks. I acknowledge the work that DSA(S) s advisors and board members have done by serving on various ministerial committees and contributing so positively to Singapore s Enabling Master Plan. Finally I want to congratulate one of DSA s self advocates Jaspreet Kaur who has been appointed as an ambassador for DSI and will have the honour of giving a speech on the right to medical treatment at the next World Down Syndrome Day conference at the UN in New York on 21 March, Penny Robertson OAM Founding Chair, Board of Trustees. Down Syndrome International. robjkta@gmail.com 17th Annual Report 2012/

28 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) gratefully acknowledges the contributions by all donors and supporters 1 Adrian Leong 2 Adrian Tan 3 Afri Ventures Limited 4 Akbar Khan 5 Alex Foo 6 Alice van den Berg 7 Allalloy Dynaweld Pte Ltd 8 Allan Chi Lun Wong 9 Allan G. Carvalho 10 Allan Maxwell Norton 11 Alliance Cosmo Asia Pac 12 Alpin Vinodrai Mehta 13 Alvin Ng 14 Alvin Ngiam Tee Fong 15 Amica Law LLC 16 Amurdalingam Durairajoo 17 Ang Boon Kheng 18 Ang Ee Hua 19 Ang Ee Teng 20 Ang Hun Beet 21 Ang Keng Lee 22 Ang Peng Huat 23 Ang Shin Nee 24 Ang Yong Liang Richard 25 Angela Coutts 26 Angeline Tan Shao Jia 27 Ann Tan Sian Ann 28 Anne Choo Chok Ann 29 Annette Won Tok Su 30 Anshin Logistics Pte Ltd 31 Anthony Chan Hing Ka 32 Anthony Tan Lay Tiong 33 Antiants (S) Pte Ltd 34 Anvisage Gifts 35 ARA Jewels Pte Ltd 36 Aravindaran 37 Ariel Li Pei Hua 38 Atlas Vending Pte Ltd 39 ATT Systems (Singapore) Pte Ltd 40 Audrey Lim Guek Choo 41 Automated Micron Assembly Pte Ltd 42 Aw Ee Tuah 43 Aw Shi Min, Charmaine 44 Bai Shuren Adrian 45 Beh Ek Sheng 46 Belinda Huang 47 Bengawan Solo Pte Ltd 48 Benjamin Cavalli 49 Bernie Szeto Wai Yin 50 Bestford Capital Pte Ltd 51 Betty Yong Siaw Ling 52 Bey Yee Hau 53 Big-Foot Logistic Pte Ltd 54 Bik Chee Howe Kelvin 55 Bobby Fabric 56 BRC Asia Ltd 57 Bright Link Secretarial Service LLP 58 Brynley Scully 59 BULLION Holdings Pte Ltd 60 Candy Shee 61 Carmee Lim 62 Cathay Photo Store (Pte) Ltd 63 Cathy Yeap 64 CB Richard Ellis (Pte) Ltd 65 Cei Contract Manufacturing Ltd 66 Cells Management and Consultancy Pte Ltd 67 Chai Wee Ping 68 Chai Woon Yin 69 Cham Tat Jen 70 Chan Choon Keat 71 Chan Jin Fen 72 Chan Kee Cheong 73 Chan Weng Liang, Mattew 74 Chan Yang 75 Chan Yao-Chuan 76 Chan Yeam Peng 77 Charlyn Ng 78 Chaw Kalayar Cherry Win 79 Cheah Sui Ling 80 Chee Lee Ing 81 Chee Yew Nam 82 Chemlink Logistics Pte Ltd 83 Chen Sook Bee 84 Cheng Shu Chen 85 Cheng Tzin Loung 86 Cheo Hock Kuan 87 Cheo Ting Ting 88 Cheong Hoong Meng 89 Cheong Kar Mun 90 Cheong Kok Mung 91 Cheong Kok Tim 92 Chettiars Temple Society 93 Chew Chai Sin 94 Chew Chong Lin 95 Chew Yim Tho 96 Chia Chin Siew 97 Chia Lai Kuan 98 Chia Ser Huei 99 Chia Song Hwee 100 Chia Yang Thia 101 Chia Yew Tuck 102 Chia Yue Joo 103 Chiam Fong Sin 104 Chin Choong Hing, Barry 105 Chin Fook Hoi 106 Chin Mun Chung 107 Chin Pui Voo 108 Chin Yoon Shin Alvin 109 Ching Boon Chye 110 Ching Kwong Chung Kwong Hoong 111 Choicehomes Investments Pte Ltd 112 Chong Ngee Chong 113 Chong Teck Seng 114 Chong Wan Chin 115 Choo Boon Wee 116 Choo Jun Wei 117 Choong Chee Huei 118 Choong Yoon Chou 119 Chow Qin Ying 120 Chow Wan Cheng 121 Choy Seok Fun 122 Chrisopher Wee Tian Soon 123 Christine Ho 124 Christine Moo Shu Hui 26 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

29 125 Christopher Ng 126 Chua Cindy 127 Chua Li Huang 128 Chua Siew Lian Florence 129 Chua Suet Kian 130 Chuan Hock Hardware Co Pte Ltd 131 Chung May Khuen 132 Chung S W 133 Chye La Choon 134 Cindy Tay 135 City Developments Limited 136 Clarice Soek-Yin Chia Woodworth 137 Clinton Goh 138 Co, Susan Y 139 Colin Lee Ming Cai 140 Corinna Chin Shu Hwa 141 Corinne Gheok Yu Lin 142 Courts Asia Pte Ltd 143 Cycle & Carriage Kia Pte Ltd 144 Cynthia Teong Boey Choo 145 Daphna Arbell Kehila 146 Darren Tham 147 David Goh 148 David Lee Eng Thong 149 David Mulyono 150 David Soon 151 David Thomas Yap Min En 152 Dawn Gager 153 Deepan Velusamy 154 Delkit Pte Ltd 155 Dennis Puk 156 DermClear Aesthetic & Laser Clinic Pte Ltd 157 Derrick Tan Yoke Pin 158 Diana Toh Pei San 159 Dilhan Pillay Sandrasegara 160 DP Architects Pte Ltd 161 Drew & Napier LLC 162 Drs Horne & Chin Pte Ltd 163 Ea Heng Hwa 164 East Asia Law Corporation 165 Ecogen Asia Pacific Pte Ltd 166 Edward G 167 Ee Chau Long 168 Eileen Tan Siew Tin 169 Elaine H Lim 170 Elizabeth Khoo 171 Ellena Teo 172 Ellouisa Chen 173 Emeline Lim 174 Ernest Teo Quee Lim 175 ESS Kay Electronics Pte Ltd 176 Eunice Chia Kar May 177 Eve Liu 178 Evelyn Yeo 179 Evie Koh 180 Fiona Low Wan Bin 181 Firetronic (S) Pte Ltd 182 Flavia Cheong Mei Yi 183 Floral Lee Lay Hua 184 Florence Tan 185 Florence Wong 186 Fock Siew Wah 187 Focus Network Agencies (S) Pte Ltd 188 Fong Kok Weng 189 Fong Lai Yee 190 Fong Pui Kee 191 Foo Peng Boon 192 Foo Suzhen 193 Francis Dorai 194 Francis Rodricks Jared 195 Frederik Handi Wijaya 196 Friendship Bridge Holding Company Pte Ltd 197 Fullerton Fund Management Company Ltd 198 Gan Boon Teng Mary 199 Gan Chee Lip 200 Gan Chee Yen 201 Gan Eng Huat 202 Gan Sze Chien 203 Garrnnetts Marine Services (S) Pte Ltd 204 Gay Ling Ling 205 GC Liew Eye Clinic & Surgery 206 Geary Gan 207 Gerald Tham Kok Cheong 208 Geraldine Simone Oh Sin Yin 209 Gerard Lim Ju Boon 210 Gerdaline Song Siew Kee 211 Giam Chong Soon 212 Goh Beng Kwong 213 Goh Chee Siong 214 Goh Choon Seng 215 Goh Hock Chuan 216 Goh Khoon Bee 217 Goh Kok Hwa 218 Goh Leep Giap 219 Goh Po Lan 220 Goh Sai Mei 221 Goh Su Li 222 Goh Teck Wee 223 Goh Yong Huay 224 Gordon Lye 225 Grace Tan Ru Yu 226 Gurpal Singh 227 Han Lee Peng 228 Han Seng Juan 229 Hans Peter Brunner 230 Hayman Kyaw 231 Hee Kad Lian 232 Heng Cheng Hang 233 Heng Ju Ming 234 Henry Tan 235 Ho Beng Soon Leonard 236 Ho Chien Mien 237 Ho Ching 238 Ho Geok Choo 239 Ho Lan Fong 240 Ho Pei Xian 241 Ho Shyh-Shyan 242 Ho Tuck Chew 243 Ho Yoke Wah 244 Hong Leong Foundation 245 Hoong Hui Min 246 How Eng Foo 247 Huang Shuhui 248 Huationg Inland Transport Service Pte Ltd 249 Hui Choy Leng 250 Idah Siew Siaw Lee 251 Iin Yonnata 252 Infantron (S) Pte Ltd 253 Inprodec Associates (S) Pte Ltd 254 IPCO Internation Limited 255 IPG Financial Services Pte Ltd 256 Irish Chamber of Commerce, SG 257 Issac Manasseh Meyer Trust Fund 258 Ivan Ng 259 Jack Investment Pte Ltd 260 Jaikirshin S/O Bhojwani 261 Jean Loo Qing Wen 262 Jeanni Aw 263 Jenny Kho 17th Annual Report 2012/

30 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 264 Jeremy Snoad 265 Jeremy Tan Jun Da 266 Jeryl Heng 267 Jesper Lim Chin Yiong 268 Jhana Lee 269 Jimmy Ng 270 John Hakim 271 John Savage 272 Joseph Ong 273 Joseph Toh Ming Zhong 274 Joycelyn Aw Chin Li 275 Julia Chendrana 276 Juminah Rahman 277 Jung Young Soo 278 K Param 279 Kally Tan 280 Karamjeet Singh 281 Karen Barry 282 Karen Yeo Han Leng 283 Karthigeyan 284 Kee Wan Ling 285 Kelson Lim 286 Kenneth Goh Joo Hiang 287 Kenneth Tan Zhi Bang 288 Khaw Ban Leong Victor 289 Kho Hiang Lan 290 Khoo Boo Hung 291 Khoo Hong Choo 292 Khoo Xin Yu, Elaine 293 Kiddy Palace Pte Ltd 294 Kidz Pediatric Occupational Therapy Consultants Pte Ltd 295 Kim Gim Sim 296 Kim Hock Guan Chuan Kee 297 Kin Lim Sze Yong 298 Koek Hup Kwee 299 Koh Aik Sin 300 Koh Hui Li Jorita 301 Koh Lay Poh 302 Koh Wen Xun 303 Koh Zhen Hao 304 Koh Zhen Wei Leonard 305 Kok Chee Chiew 306 Koo Si Dian 307 Krijan Enterprice 308 KT Mesdorm Pte Ltd 309 Kuah Eng Hua 310 Kuah Hoe Sin 311 Kuek Chee Eng 312 Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple 313 L Heng 314 Lai Cher Foong 315 Lai Chun Loong 316 Lai Mun Kit 317 Lau Ju Li Sheree 318 Lau Li Jun 319 Lau Xiang Ling 320 Lau Xuan Kai Derrick 321 Law Kim Huat 322 Law Wen Hui 323 Lawrence Lim 324 Lawrence Yap 325 Le Mon Htay 326 Leaw Kah Eng 327 Lee Bee Jia Evelyn 328 Lee Chee Keong 329 Lee Chong 330 Lee Chung Yeow 331 Lee Foundation 332 Lee Guo Li Samantha 333 Lee Hui Chin 334 Lee Hui Wah 335 Lee Jia Wei 336 Lee Jia Yi 337 Lee Keng Nian 338 Lee Kim Song 339 Lee Mei Chin 340 Lee Pei Ling 341 Lee Poh Ling Michele 342 Lee Puey Hoon 343 Lee Say Meng Antony 344 Lee See Heng 345 Lee Swee Chong 346 Lee Teck Joo Micky 347 Lee Theng Kiat 348 Lee Xin Mei 349 Lee Xueling Cheryl 350 Leo Chee Meng 351 Leong Chee Meng 352 Leong Lai Peng 353 Leong Siew Weng Engineering Pte Ltd 354 Leong Soon San 355 Leong Teck Fook 356 Leong Wai Leng 357 Leong Weng Fatt 358 Leong Yim Mei 359 Leu Yong Wei 360 Li Shuyun 361 Lian Lay Hui 362 Libby Cohen 363 Liew Mei Teng 364 Liew Peng Fook Chris 365 Liew Shee Yan 366 Liew Sin Yee 367 Liew Wei Li 368 Lim Bee Wah Daniel 369 Lim Boon Kheng 370 Lim Chen Wei 371 Lim Hian Boon Andrew 372 Lim Kee Sian 373 Lim Khar Eng 374 Lim Lan Sze 375 Lim Lay See 376 Lim Leong Guan 377 Lim Li Ping 378 Lim Meng Guan 379 Lim Puay Ee 380 Lim Shan Shan 381 Lim Siew Yean 382 Lim Szu Ming 383 Lim Tock Han 384 Lim Xu Wei 385 Lim Yanzi 386 Lin Feng Huan 387 Lin Meizhu 388 Lin Yu Yin 389 Lin Zongrong 390 Linda Zeeman 391 Little Ferry Agencies Pte Ltd 392 Lo Chun Chung Nelson 393 Lo Wen Yu 394 Loh Chee Kang, Roy 395 Loh Kim Kang David 396 Loh Piak Yin 397 Loh Sin Gee 398 Lok Kian Guan 399 Loke Mun Ping 400 Loo Hooi Leong 401 Loo Kuen Feng 402 Loo Ling Ling 403 Low Ching Li 404 Low Lit Hou 405 Low Mun Hon 28 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

31 406 Low Pei Yin 407 Low Sek Yen 408 Low Seok Peng 409 Low Sze Horng 410 Loy Sai Ling 411 Loyang Tua Pek Kong 412 Lucy Andreatte Yip Lo Fern 413 Lum Puay Yuen 414 Lum Wai Keat 415 Lye Chuan Wee 416 Lynne Tiah 417 M Suresh Prabhu 418 M T Chai 419 M Thevarani 420 Maggie Charn 421 Mahesh Choocani 422 Mak Chee Keong 423 Mandate Advertising International Pte Ltd 424 Maneesh Maganlal Sarvia 425 Manraj Singh Sekhon 426 Marianne Kipper 427 Marine & Offshore Integrated Logistics (S) Pte Ltd 428 Mark Van Cuylenburg 429 Marlene Teo 430 Master Contract Services Pte Ltd 431 Maxbond Singapore Pte Ltd 432 May Quek 433 Mellford Pte Ltd 434 Millennium 3 Building Products Pte Ltd 435 Moh Thai Pong 436 Mohamed Nur Haqem 437 Mohamed Sha aidil Bin Mohamed Yusof 438 Mohamed Thahir 439 Mohammad Khalid bin Abdul Rahim 440 Monica de Silva-Lim 441 Muhammad Helmi B A Rahman 442 Nancy Tan Mui Yee 443 Nanyang Technological University 444 Nathalie Marquet 445 Neo Hwee Lee 446 Neo Kay Hian 447 Neo Wei Kwang 448 Newquest (Trading) Pte Ltd 449 Ng Aik Tat 450 Ng Cheng Lock 451 Ng Ching Wen Jeanne Audrey 452 Ng Chu Sun 453 Ng Hsu Ching Lynette 454 Ng Hui Zhen 455 Ng Kah Leong 456 Ng Kai Lin 457 Ng Lai Yee 458 Ng Li Peng Jennifer 459 Ng Li Shan Margaret 460 Ng Lian Hock 461 Ng Mong Seng Stanley 462 Ng Soh Shan 463 Ng Sook Sian 464 Ng Swat Hoon 465 Ng Weiyu 466 Ng Yan Lin 467 Ng Zhi Kai Andy 468 Nicole Wong 469 Norzailailah 470 NTUC Fairprice Foundation Ltd 471 Nueviz Investment Private Limited 472 Nur Izrina Johri 473 Nur Aisyah Ahamad Mukthar 474 Oh Say Hoe 475 OKH Holdings Pte Ltd 476 Ong Beng Peng 477 Ong Beng Teck 478 Ong Chin Wah 479 Ong Chin Wah 480 Ong Hock Soon 481 Ong Hwhy Wee 482 Ong Kiat Meng 483 Ong Lily 484 Ong Ming Wei 485 Ong Pei Chi 486 Ong Shiuh See 487 Ong Soh Heng 488 Ong Tze Hsiung 489 Ong Weng Hing 490 Ong Xiong Theng Max 491 Ong Yeow Chon 492 Ooi Jie Hooi 493 Ooi Mun Kong 494 Ooi Pei Kun 495 Overseas Family School Ltd 496 Pang Meiyan 497 Pang Thian Seng 498 Parkway Medical Services Pte Ltd 499 Patrick JJ Corfe 500 Patrick John Wee Ewe Seng 501 Paul Lee Seng Meng 502 Peck Leong Chin 503 Peh Choy Ling Agnes 504 Peh Kian Wee 505 Peh Yi Nong 506 Perlim Ong 507 Persatuan Pemudi Islam Singapura (PPIS) 508 Peter Neo 509 Peter W. Proft 510 Petrobulk Marine Services Pte Ltd 511 Philip Ho 512 Phoon Siew Heng Jimmy 513 Phua Bee Teng 514 Phua Boon Pu 515 Poh Hen Ling 516 Poh Sian Pew 517 Poh Yee Luh 518 Poh Yu De 519 Police Sports Association 520 Poopalasingam Subramaniam 521 Pritpal Singh 522 PRK Employment Agency Pte Ltd 523 PSA International Pte Ltd 524 Puay Song Chye 525 Pure Earth Pte Ltd 526 Pwee Looi Kong Roy 527 Quek Chin Joo 528 Quek Chin Seng 529 Quek Lee Peng 530 Quek Tze Hoon 531 Rachel Wong Cha Hwa 532 Rajneesh Kumar 533 Raju Chellam 534 Rendgers 535 Resorts World at Sentosa Pte Ltd 536 Ricco Engineering Pte Ltd 537 Richard Seow 538 RIO Logistic (S) Pte Ltd 539 Rosaline Lim Kim Neo 540 Roselle Mont-Clair Furnishing Pte Ltd 541 S Iswaran 542 S. Y. Chuang & Co. 17th Annual Report 2012/

32 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 543 Sai Ram Nilgiri 544 Samson Devarajoo 545 Sandra Seet 546 Santa Maria Kevin John 547 Sara-Leon 548 Sathyamoorthy Venkatesan 549 SATS Staff Association 550 Satyavan Domb 551 Seah Chee How, Nexz 552 Seah Moon Ming 553 Seah Yun Ling 554 Seann Ang 555 Seazone Freight Pte Ltd 556 See Lie Ching 557 See Siew Heok Jo-Ann 558 See Tho Kai Yin 559 Seet Chang Hui Derek 560 Seet Ju Ee 561 Seetharaman Narendran 562 Selina Chua Poh Kim 563 Seow Khoy Kiong, Philip 564 Ser Seng Herbs (Turtle) Rest 565 Sharin Yeong 566 Sheldon Lee 567 Siau Lee Cheu 568 Sim Chee Keong 569 Sin Chey Cheng 570 Singapore Power Limited 571 Singapore Press Holdings Foundation 572 Siti Khatijah 573 Siti Shahara Atkha Binte Mohan 574 Siti Sukainah 575 Sng C Y 576 Sng Chiew Huat 577 So Seong Meng 578 Soh Kim Lian 579 Soh Ling Ling 580 Soh Mui Ling Athena 581 Soh Yee How 582 Sri Fatimah Tjong 583 Sri Trang International Pte Ltd 584 Sriram Shankar 585 Stephen Looi 586 Stephen Prana Tan 587 Strategic Moves Pte Ltd 588 Sukhdarshan Singh Grewal 589 Sukhjeet S Sekhon 590 Sumy K Paul 591 Sundaresh Menon 592 Surgery Centre for Children Pte Ltd 593 Surjit Singh 594 Susan Kong Yim Pui 595 Sushil S/O D H Devmurari 596 Suzana Bte Zainal 597 Suzanne Liau 598 Tai Choon Hean 599 Tai Mun Wah 600 Tai Pei Yuen Temple 601 Tan Ai Chiew 602 Tan Ai Ching Eleana 603 Tan Ai Mei 604 Tan Bee Eng 605 Tan Boon Yee 606 Tan Chee Kiong 607 Tan Chin Tuan Foundation 608 Tan Chong Beng 609 Tan Eng Kiat 610 Tan Ewe Liang 611 Tan Geok Har 612 Tan Geok Mui 613 Tan Han Chai 614 Tan Heng Yee 615 Tan Hong Lim 616 Tan How Poo 617 Tan Huai Wern 618 Tan Hwee Eng Blossom 619 Tan Hwee Kheng 620 Tan Hwee Yong, Jessie 621 Tan Ka Huat 622 Tan Kok Hua 623 Tan Kok Kong 624 Tan Lay Choo 625 Tan Lay Koon 626 Tan Pheng Hock 627 Tan Pin Meng 628 Tan Sau Mun Jane 629 Tan Siong Kern 630 Tan Soo Hock 631 Tan Tian Keng Eric 632 Tan Tiong Hwee 633 Tan Tjuli 634 Tan Wei Tong 635 Tan Xing An 636 Tan Yan Long 637 Tan Yong Wee 638 Tan Zeh Chiah 639 Tang Wing Yun Tanny 640 Tang Yee Lee Elizabeth 641 Tay Bee Hua Patricia 642 Tay Choon Mong 643 Tay Joe Boy 644 Tay Shirley 645 Tay Siew Gek Linda 646 Tay Siew Hong 647 Tech-Link Storage Engineering Pte Ltd 648 Tee Poh Teng 649 Teng Poh Tin 650 Teng Seng Lai 651 Teo Chuan Heng 652 Teo Joo Kim 653 Teo Juet Sim Juliet 654 Teo Lay Beng 655 Teo Li Tian Serene 656 Teo Mee Nah 657 Teo Phaik Khuan 658 Teo Ser Luck 659 Teo Yun May Nicole 660 Teoh Chih Ching 661 Teresa Tay Heng Guat 662 Tham Kum Meng 663 Tham Su Chin 664 Thangarasu Pubalan 665 The Executive Homes Store Pte Ltd 666 The Late Huang Ming Tek 667 The Little House (Montessori) Pte Ltd 668 The Other Emporio Enterprises Pte Ltd 669 The Rightway Corporation Pte Ltd 670 The Shaw Foundation Pte 671 The Singapore Ireland Fund 672 The Vein Clinic & Surgery Pte Ltd 673 Thomson Medical Pte Ltd 674 Tien Sing Cheong 675 Timothy Chua Tien Shyang 676 Tnee Liling Valane 677 Tng Goh Huat 678 Toh Kiat Wei 679 Tong Chien Wee 680 Tong How Dar 681 Tong Kien Seng 682 Tong Peng Geap 30 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

33 683 Tony Halim 684 Tow Heng Tan 685 Tribob.com Pte Ltd 686 Trikomsel Pte Ltd 687 United Caoutchouc Trading Co Pte Ltd 688 United Parcel Service Singapore Pte Ltd 689 Vanessa Seow 690 Veann Chan Min Xuan 691 Verin Chew 692 Verint Systems (Singapore) Pte Ltd 693 Victor Syn 694 Wah Chin Juan 695 Wan Chee Foong 696 Wang Dingyuan Alvin 697 Wang Wee Kiat 698 Warinat Lim 699 Wee Joon Shiang 700 Wee Su Sin Agnes 701 Weerawich 702 Wen Lim Clinic for Women Pte Ltd 703 Weng ZhengJie Fidel 704 Wenjing Hong 705 Wilbert Cheng Heng Siang 706 William Wong Che Tat 707 Winn M Aye 708 Won Juanjuan 709 Wong Bee Eng 710 Wong Chan Pang 711 Wong Chiew Khiong 712 Wong Ching Ween Eddy 713 Wong Foong Yin 714 Wong Gnaw 715 Wong Heng 716 Wong Hon Leong 717 Wong Kee Ming 718 Wong Kim Loong Jackson 719 Wong Kim Yin 720 Wong Kwan Kiat Mark 721 Wong Lok Hiong 722 Wong Mun Fatt 723 Wong Partnership LLP 724 Wong Seeet Wah Cecilia 725 Wong Tze Ying 726 Wong Wai Kuen 727 Wong Wei Meng 728 Wong Wie Sarn Wilson 729 Wong Yaw Lung 730 Wu Hwee Joo 731 Xali Pte Ltd 732 Xia Yu Fei 733 Yap Bee Lay 734 Yap Choon Ching 735 Yap Chwee Mein 736 Yap Gian Cing 737 Yap Gui Yong 738 Yap Han Tee 739 Yap Jia Hao 740 Yap Siew Lian 741 Yap Yun Li 742 Yau Beng Choo 743 Yau Mei Siong 744 Yee Yiling 745 Yeo Chow Kian 746 Yeo Hock Chin 747 Yeo Lim Yam 748 Yeo Suay Lan 749 Yeoh Woei Chun 750 Yeow Kok Heng 751 Yeung Shun Yun 752 Yew Yoon Choy 753 Yim Shao en, Joey Emilia 754 Yip Shi Ying 755 Yo Mae-Yin Mabelin 756 Yoga Pranolo 757 Yon Choon Loong 758 Yong Kit Ee 759 Yong Tian Foo 760 Young Men s Christian Association of Singapore 761 Young Sikh Association (S) 762 Yuet Kiew 763 Yvonne Chan 764 Zarin SRT 17th Annual Report 2012/

34 LIFE MEMBERS 1 Dr Balbir Singh 97/ Mr Szeto Eddy, Yeow Keong 97/ Ms Kristin Van Burm 97/ Mdm Aun Regina, Siew Kian 97/ Dr Lam Chee Meng 97/ Ms Lim Christine Sekhon, Siaw Soon 97/ Mrs Deborah Flannery 97/ Mr R. Sivanandam 97/ Mdm Suliantini Winata 97/ Mdm Lim Suzanne 97/ Mdm Elizabeth F Tanchi 97/ Mdm Yee Janet, Jit Ngoh 97/ Mdm Lim Suryani Rohani 97/ Mdm Tan Lay Hoon 97/ Ms Ng Lily 97/ Mr Chin Mong Kew 97/ Mrs Lau Wai Ying 97/ Mr Chan Philip, Kong Sing 97/ Mrs Chang Cecilia, Chung Jong 97/ Mrs Zarinah Faizal 97/ Mr Wong Mick, Chee Keong 97/ Mrs Lee Rosemary, C.H. 97/ Mr Teo Victor, Seng Poh 97/ Mr Thanapathy U. Naidu 97/ Mdm Wong May, Siew Hiong 97/ Mr Yong Vincent, Fah Nam 97/ Mdm Yong Fah Sing 97/ Mr Foo Toon Chai 97/ Mdm Teng Lucy 97/ Mr Mohd Amin Bin Sulaiman 97/ Mr M.J. Pillai 97/ Mrs Chan Rose, Chin Boek 97/ Mrs Wee Rosalind 97/ Mrs Kuoo Sophia, Kuah Hock Kam 97/ Mdm Ngoh Yvonne, Gek Pheng 97/ Mrs Lew Theresa 97/ Mr Tan Kim Joo 97/ Mr Chan Siew Leong 97/ Mr Ong Chin Wah 97/ Dr Lim Khye Sing 97/ Ms Tong May Yu 97/ Mr Goh Cheng Hai 97/ Ms Lim Luan Sim 97/ Ms Soo Jacqueline 97/ Mdm Lim Kim Moi 97/ Mdm Yeo Tracey, Meow Keng 97/ Ms Beck Colleen, Gek Neo 97/ Mdm Lia Delvia Marahusin - Tjiang 97/ Ms Wong Jesslyn, Yu Ying 97/ Mrs Shona Parekh 97/ Mdm Hor Judith Arlene, Wai Seng 97/ Mdm Rosnah Bte Abdullah 97/ Mrs Scully Sandra D. 97/ Mr Teo David, Hong Lim 97/ Mr Goh Desmond 97/ Mr Jumain Bin Riduan 97/ Ms Tan Kheng Kheng 97/ Mrs Koh Suat Ling 97/ Ms Jaspreet Kaur Sekhon 97/ Mdm Kow Mary, Ai Choo 97/ Mrs Yeo Jenny 97/ Mrs Goh Margaret 97/ Mrs Lim Emeline, Gek Sim 97/ Mdm Teo Jenny, Lay Wee 97/ Ms Sim May, Hui Ping 97/ Mr Wong Ivan, Wei Jie 97/ Mr Wang Wei Jian 97/ Ms Chan Grace, Ling 97/ Mr Wong Cheok Hon 97/ Ms Kok Lynn, Yee Hsin 97/ Ms Widjaja Laura 97/ Mr Tan Jimmy, Jin Song 97/ Mdm Ko Yin Ping 97/ Mr Lee Kwok Kay 97/ Mr Sivaraj Mahaindra 97/ Dr Tay Kian Boon 97/ Mrs Cheong Helen 97/ Mr Yap Robert, Min Choy 97/ Dr Wee Victor, Sip Leong 97/ Mdm Yong Margaret, Lai Kuen 97/ Mdm Phee Chin Yam 97/ Mdm Wang Jean 97/ Mrs Quek May 97/ Mr Carlos Furtado 98/ Mr Tei George, Tong Soon 98/ Mr Carroll Rodney 98/ Mdm Kan Monica, Lai Lai 98/ Mr Yip Michael, Kee Ying 98/ Ms Wong Stephanie, Wai Ling 98/ Mdm Yap Siew Lian 98/ Ms Sim Cynthia 98/ Mdm Wong Mah Li 98/ Mrs Marimuthu Karthigayan 98/ Mrs Marie Neubronner 98/ Mrs Phua Ruth 98/ Mrs Esther Joosa 98/ Mdm Seah Rosie 98/ Mrs Lee-Lian Esther, Neo 98/ Mr Fok Bernard, Wing Kong 98/ Ms Lau Su An 98/ Mdm Tan Ai Lay 98/ Ms Loh Wai Cheng 99/0190 Continued on page Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

35 Launch of the New DSA(S) Centre Asia Pacific Down Syndrome Federation Delegates Meeting 17th Annual Report 2012/

36 Visit to Maritime Museum Kite Flying at Marina Barrage Mother s Day Celebration at Underwater World Singapore 34 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

37 NTU TOTS Fundraising Event Enrichment Camp with DanaKae Bonahoom 17th Annual Report 2012/

38 WDSD - St. Patrick s Day Parade 2013 Sembawang Soccer Club Fundraising Event Members Join NTU Dragon Boat Race 36 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

39 LIFE MEMBERS continued from page Mdm Chin Janet, Lay Gek 99/ Ms Gabriella Allan 99/ Ms Chua Emily, Xin Ying 99/ Mdm Lee Grace, Yuen Fun 99/ Mdm Cheok Bee Hong 99/ Mr Choo Lai Heng 99/ Mr Toh Hang Seng 99/ Ms Lin June, Yi Zhen 99/ Mr Quek Hong An 99/ Mr Chen Kenny, Zhao Ming 99/ Mr Lam Benjamin, Wei Quan 99/ Mr Tang Dennis, Chee Heng 99/ Mr Lew Lin Siong 99/ Mr Soh Francis, Pik Chew 99/ Mdm Lim Lian Tee 99/ Mr Lin Joe Ann 99/ Mr Lee David, Gim Hui 99/ Mr Tan Simon Peter 00/ Ms Widjaja Jessica 00/ Mr Chia Eric, Mun Cheong 00/ Mr Song Cheng Hock 00/ Mr Chow Thian Kee 00/ Mr Lau Joseph, Cho Chu 00/ Mr Ong Lennard, Sze Hao 00/ Ms Teo Judith, Swee Lee 00/ Mdm Lee Constance, Leong Eng 00/ Mr Dickhudt David, J 00/ Ms Tan Eileen, Chen Ai 00/ Mdm Lee Agatha, Sok Hoon 00/ Mdm Tan Florence, Guay Neo 00/ Ms Ong Pauline, Poh Ean 00/ Ms Toh Nicole, Shi Hui 00/ Mr Toh Boon Keng 00/ Mr Kua Kenneth, Hua Peng 00/ Dr Yang Chin Ing 01/ Mr Tan Beng San 01/ Ms Carmelina Sonia Furtado 01/ Mrs Palani Vimala 01/ Mr Yap Alfred, Wee Ping 01/ Mr Mayank Parekh 01/ Mr Gurdeep Singh Sekhon 01/ Ms Cheah Phyllis 01/ Mr Roslan Bin Suip 02/ Ms Song Joy, Peizhen 02/ Mdm Kok Fee Ing 02/ Mr Loke Joseph 02/ Ms Lee Mary, Bee Hwa 02/ Ms Ng Grace, Min En 02/ Mr Pritpal Singh 02/ Mrs Chiranya Prachaseri Valiramani 02/ Mr Balamohan s/o M. Manickam 02/ Mr Jagtar Singh 02/ Mr Jagjit Singh 02/ Mr Mangat Balbeer Singh 02/ Mr Gurbachan Singh 02/ Ms Koong Su Yao 03/ Mr Yao Ben, Qi Guang 03/ Ms Lim Ming Fei 03/ Mdm Suliha Bte Kassim 03/ Ms Polintan Evangeline H. 03/ Mr Saranpal Khaira Singh 03/ Ms Khaira Satwant Kaur 03/ Ms Yeo Li Qing 03/ Mdm Toh Ai Lan 04/ Ms Nadhrah Binte Daud 04/ Mr Seet Derek, Chang Hui 04/ Ms Ang Linda, Leng Leng 04/ Mdm Yap Susan, Mui Hua 05/ Mdm Ang Siew Ping 05/ Mdm Kamsih Binte Afandi 05/ Mr Ahmad Salim Bin Buang 05/ Mr Ahmad Luqman Mohd Nafis 05/ Mr Loh Fwu Shyang 05/ Mr Yeo Alan, Kok Leong 06/ Ms Walter Lynda 06/ Ms Tan Jeannie, Yee Tjun 06/ Mr Muhammad Jalaluddin Bin Abd Hamid 06/ Dr Chung Keng Yeow 06/ Ms Tan Rosaline, Joo Eng 06/ Ms See Margaret 06/ Mr Tan Roderick, Tiong Own 06/ Mr Khairul Alam Bin Mohd Azini 06/ Ms Taylor Kay May 07/ Mr Yuen Danial, Ming Fei 07/ Mr Low Leonard, Fay Tuck 07/ Ms Yap Jane, Ping 07/ Mr Allen Godfrey Carvalho 08/ Mrs Khoo Peng Ean 08/ Ms Chen Wan Yi 08/ Mdm Cohen Libby 08/ Mr Lee Benatt, Beng Tat 08/ Mr Sim Mick, Yew Weng 09/ Mdm Tan Isabella, Su Yin 09/ Mr Tay Lothario 09/ Ms Chong Grace Shirley, Shea Ling 09/ Ms Nanda Lourier 09/ Mr Yap Kok Leong 09/ Ms Lin Chun Ru 09/ Ms Goh Seok Wan 09/ Ms Hong Rachel, Li Ling 09/ Ms Li Shu Yun 09/ Mr Lim Mark, Jun Fei 09/ th Annual Report 2012/

40 LIFE MEMBERS 205 Mr Rene Verhulst 10/ Mr Shah Ketan 10/ Mdm Gho Karen, Kui Hun 10/ Mr Tay John, Oon Chor 10/ Mrs Tang Anne 10/ Mdm Sim Ivy, Ah Bee 10/ Ms Lim Enid 10/ Mdm Lee Irene, Mei Ling 10/ Ms Chan Emily, Gek Heok 10/ Mdm Ng Ivy, Keng Lian 10/ Mr Benjamin Cavalli Oliver 10/ Mr Chan Zi Xuan 11/ Mdm Choo Bernadette Sandra, May Ling 11/ Mr Chen Francis, Che Cheng 11/ Mdm Lo Penny, Yoke Hwa 11/ Mr Chu Kok Hong 11/ Mrs Wong Ivy, Gat Po 11/ Mdm Su See Ling 11/ Mr Tan Ivan 11/ Mr Lim Ryan Guang Sheng 12/ Ms Ruvini Ariyaratne 12/ Mr Chan Ryan 12/ Mr Teo Bernard 13/ Mr Leslie A. Cohen 13/ Mdm Ratna Binte Mohd Zain 13/ Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

41 ORDINARY MEMBERS 1 Mrs Wang-Yeo Huang Muay 97/ Mrs Rabinder Kaur Sekhon 97/ Mr Chang Cavan, Kheng Song 97/ Mr Soh Johnson, Chong Seng 97/ Mr Lim Kelvin, Zhi Cong 99/ Ms Cheong Kah Wei 99/ Mrs Toi Felicia 99/ Mr Goh Jiang Ker 99/ Mr Tan Timothy, Lai Yeong 00/ Mr Lim Han Yang 00/ Mrs Francesca Allan, Siew Bee 00/ Mr Gregory D Hosler 02/ Mr Wee Kim Hong 03/ Mr Hee Yuan Sheng 03/ Mdm Hee Michelle, Cheen Yee 03/ Mdm Rafiyah Bte Wahab 03/ Mdm Kwong Irene, Lin Fong 04/ Mdm Soh Adeline, Chuey Li 05/ Mrs Lim-Low Shui Mei 05/ Mdm Ding Fuong Fuong 05/ Mr Lim Kian Say 05/ Ms Lim Ai Chinn 05/ Mr Ali Sabri Bin Samsudin 06/ Mr Tan Wei Kian 06/ Mdm Wong Apple, Huey Ming 06/ Mr Wu Wei Wen 06/ Mr Rizwaan Ahamed Marican 07/ Ms Goh Angie, Lay Tin 07/ Ms Zakiah Abdul Halim 07/ Ms Chua Si Hui 07/ Mrs Maria Yustina Tjandrasari 08/ Mr Chin Yi Wei 08/ Mr Lim Muhd Nurhalis 08/ Ms Stephanie Handojo 08/ Mr Goh Ee Kong 08/ Ms Manpreet Brar Kaur 08/ Ms Carrie Anne Vonk 08/ Mrs Lee Christina, Kim Hwa 08/ Mr Lee Xuan Yu 09/ Mdm Yoon Mira 09/ Ms Angel Amardeep Kaur 09/ Mrs Pooja Dudeja 09/ Mrs Ashima Sharma 09/ Mr Jerome P. Navoa Jr 09/ Mdm Yu Christina, Shi Choo 09/ Mdm Charmaine Athaide 09/0783/2 47 Ms Yam Swee Ying 09/ Mr Kwek We Heong 09/ Mr Tan Jun Keat 09/ Mr Lee Benjamin, Wai Hon 09/ Ms Gair Ai Choo 09/ Ms Boo Lena, Song Hui 09/ Ms Teo Siew Pan 09/ Mr Tan Danny, Pei Kang 10/ Ms Soo Wei Kwan 10/ Mrs Ong Peggy 10/ Ms Angelika Janzinski 10/ Mdm Yeo Susan 10/ Mr Lim Samuel, Ah Soon 10/ Mdm Ong Bernadette May 10/ Mdm Law Saw Keow 10/ Mr Arnaud Barbier 10/ Ms Goh Elsir 10/ Mrs Jacintha Carvalho 10/ Mrs Nicci Millar 10/ Mdm Lau Wai Kuen 10/ Ms Lee Seow Yen 10/ Mdm Tan Joo May 10/ Mdm Ong Janet, Chong Kuan 10/ Mdm Ng Joanne 10/ Mrs Florentine Furtaro 10/ Mdm Chong Jane 10/ Mr Law Teck Soon 10/ Mr Tay Victor, Kah Soon 10/ Mr Lee Chris, Kay Swee 10/ Mr Koo Leroy, Wei Liang 11/ Mr Selvaratnam S/O Rasaiah 11/ Mrs Nurhazah Sanmwan 11/ Mdm Yeo Nancy, Bee Cheng 11/ Mrs Stephanie Dorai 11/ Mrs Sabariyah Binte Karim 11/ Mdm Mary Sharon Paulose 11/ Mdm Tan Tara, Swee Lee 11/ Mdm Mariam Raffik 11/ Mr Ng Jun Wei 11/ Ms Chua Felicia 11/ Mrs Athmanathan Subashini 11/ Ms Chuah Esther 11/ Mr Nandan Sharma 11/ Mdm Shih Siao Tai 11/ Mr Johnston Emily Louise 11/ Mr Foo Hou Jing 11/ Mdm Carmel Tiburtian 11/ Mr Lim Chee Boon 11/ Mrs Soh Wendy, Hui Ling 11/ Mrs Choo Cassandra 11/ Mrs Choo Lily, Yit Lai 11/ Mdm Cheah Ann, Sim Ean 11/ Mr Kwek Benjamin, Peng Soon 11/ Mdm Low Anita, Poh Wah 11/ Mr Halima Charles Saguda 11/ Mrs Mary Grace Perez 11/ th Annual Report 2012/

42 ORDINARY MEMBERS 103 Mrs Sim Supa Simarat 11/ Ms Poh Li Jin 11/ Mr Ng Milton, Ban Huat 11/ Dr Sin Joo Ee 12/ Mrs Tan Janet 12/ Mr Wu David, Tuck Wai 12/ Mdm Hon Mary, Yoke Cheng 12/ Mr Lai Paul 12/ Mdm Tan Mee Kiang 12/ Ms Lee Pei Yun 12/ Mdm Gan Samantha 12/ Mr Yeo Allan, Kiat Meng 12/ Mdm Lee Biyi 12/ Mr Koong Kok On 12/ Mr Lew Darren, Cheun Hong 12/ Mdm Lee Agnes, Hui Kuan 12/ Mrs Koh Guek Kiang 12/ Mr John Grace 12/ Mr Tan Boon Hwa 12/ Mdm Hui Choy Leng 12/ Mdm Cynthia Kusnadi 12/ Mr Tan Peng Kien 12/ Ms Chan Rachel Yi Ling 12/ Ms Lim Celia, Bee Sim 12/ Mdm Lau Joo Meng 12/ Mdm Yeo Betty 12/ Mr Pietro Andreoni 12/ Mdm Boo Soo Kiang 12/ Mr Pang Meng Chong 12/ Mdm Ng Hwee Hiang 12/ Mdm Lim Hwee Pheng 13/ Mdm Ong Shannon, Cheng Ping 13/ Mr Tong Kenneth, Yao Cheng 13/ Ms Juliette De Torcy 13/ Mdm Noor Hemelia Bte Abu Hassan 13/ Mr Lai Kam Wai 13/ Mdm Claudia Fellhauer 13/ Mr Yan Alex 13/ Ms Sabiya Ammal 13/ Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

43 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS 1 Ms Ong Kye Ting 97/ Ms Koh April, Shu-Huan 00/ Ms Teo Samantha, Yi Yun 00/ Mr Parekh Zubin 00/ Mr Toh Hansel, Wei Kang 00/ Mr Toh Wei Yang 00/ Mr Tan Bryan Samuel, Zhi Wei 01/ Ms Lee Michelle, Zhi Yan 01/ Mr Ng Bryan, Jun Ming 02/ Ms Lee Sarah, Wei Ling 03/ Mr Lee Samuel, En Ci 03/ Mr Chia Shawn, Wei Chong 03/ Ms Wee Soo Lin 03/ Ms Nur Hanis Bte Mohd Nazarudin 03/ Mr Tan David, Yeong Qiang 03/ Ms Koh Ariel, Sze Chyi 04/ Ms Koh Sze Yen 04/ Mr Tan Marcus, Jia Rong 04/ Mr Ng Zach, Qing Kai 04/ Mr Cheng Ching Kang 05/ Mr Lim Lleyton, Jun Han 05/ Mr Phua Joseph, Yu En 05/ Ms Yeo Wei Xuan 05/ Ms Chan Yun Xuan 05/ Mr Reuben Khanal 05/ Ms Teoh Li-Ann 05/ Ms Theresa Ann Ovinis 05/ Ms Goek Michelle, Hui Xue 05/ Mr Muhd Badrul Hafyz 05/ Ms Teng Sok Sin 05/ Mr Tan Kenneth, Zhi Bang 05/ Ms Kokila Khanal 06/ Ms Chan Yun Xin 06/ Mr Chan Jun Xi 06/ Ms Ng Kai Li 06/ Ms Teo Shui Shann 06/ Mr Alhamdu Bin An am 06/ Mr Lu Tyler, Qijun 07/ Mr Tan Joshua, Jun Hao 07/ Ms Ng Xin Yao 07/ Ms Lim Nadine, Li Jun 07/ Mr Yap Aaron James, Jin Hui 07/ Ms Lee Janelle, Hui 07/ Mr Lee Matthew Hubert, Xi 07/ Mr Tan Shawn, Kai En 07/ Ms Mok Hana Danial 07/ Mr Low Josh, Xin Rui 07/0694/1 48 Mr Hui Joshua, Chen Fung 07/ Mr Gan John, Oon Chuan 07/ Mr Jherel Gift D. Navoa 08/ Ms Xenia Cariza Carvalho 08/ Mr Choo Jun Wei 08/ Mr Ang Chia Kai 08/ Mr Tang Michael Paul, Zhen Hong 08/ Mr Koh Wen Xun 08/ Mr Lim Thye Ann 08/ Ms Lim Sophie-Anne 08/ Mr Teo Bryan, Xuan He 08/ Mr Chua Chee Hon 08/ Ms Toi Joanne, Hsieh Hui 08/ Mr Yap Ryan, Wei Hern 08/ Mr Tay John, De Sheng 09/ Mr Rasaiah Eugene Selva 09/ Ms Goh Clare Elizabeth, Shai Fern 09/ Mr Wee Kyle, Hong Zhe 09/ Ms Yik Avina Ester, May Ling 09/ Ms Tan Gabrielle, Zi Hui 09/ Ms Lee Grace Marie, Shu Min 09/ Mr Chan Chlive, Yong Ze 09/ Mr Nur Aqid Shahrudin Bin Daud 09/ Ms Ng Angie, Hui Bin 09/ Mr Foo Gideon, Yi Ren 09/ Mr Goh Shawn, Jia Chun 09/ Mr Cai Allan, Chen Xi 09/ Mr Oh Jia Xing 10/ Ms Ng Li Shan 10/ Mr Lim Ming Hui 10/ Mr Lu Tian Wei 10/ Mr Wong Benjamin, Jo Wayne 10/ Mr Yeo Eugene, Kai Jie 10/ Mr Cheng Jayden, Jia Zhe 10/ Ms Tay Dawn, Kai Yang 10/ Mr Tan Christian, Zi Yi 10/ Ms Ang Kai Lin 10/ Ms Oh Tasha, Yu Xuan 10/ Ms Tan Adlena, Mei Yi 10/ Mr Nam Alexander Ambrose, Yu Xing 10/ Mr Chong Andrew Jonathan 10/ Ms Ng Melody, Cai Ling 11/ Mr Ong Jovian 11/ Ms Shauna Tabitha Dorai 11/ Ms Chong Sarah, Jun An 11/ Ms Tan Tabitha, Yee Teng 11/ Ms Ow Anna, Xian Pei 11/ Mr Chew Shawn, Jun Xuan 11/ Mr Rahul Sharma 11/ Mr Ryan Joel Thomas 11/ Ms Rhea Dudeja 11/ Mr Mahesh S/O Goundarayan 11/ Mr Samuel Darryn Christovan 11/ Mr Lee Nicholas, Jun Hui 11/ Ms Lim Nichelle, Li Tong 11/ th Annual Report 2012/

44 ASSOCIATE MEMBERS 103 Mr Choo Jeriel, Jie En 11/ Ms Hew Hui Min 11/ Ms Loh Reinie, Chen Ling 11/ Mr Loh Dionnie, Chen Huei 11/ Mr Kua Harold, Ghim Leng 11/ Mr Verhulst Tristan Niels 11/ Ms Emma Grace Reed 11/ Mr Oh Javier, Mingjie 12/ Mr Wu Joseph, Jun Yew 12/ Mr Wu Joshua, Jun Rong 12/ Mr Meaganathan s/o Renganathan 12/ Ms Eng Leann 12/ Ms Sin Ruo Xin 12/ Ms Koong Rayko, Rui Ke 12/ Ms Chan Cathryn, Hai Jie 12/ Ms Lee Zhuo Ying 12/ Mr Lei Jun Jie 12/ Mr Cesare Andreoni 12/ Mr Tan Zhi Yi, Ryan 12/ Mr Cui Yan 12/ Ms Li Calynda, Ying Jia 12/ Ms Tan Ling Ling 12/ Ms Teo Celest, Xuan Ling 13/ Mr Aaron Isaac Nathan 13/ Mr Chan Isaac, Yi Jie 13/ Ms Gan Grace, Jia En 13/ Ms Dhanishka Chandramohan 13/ Mr Irfan Danish Bin Saiffulbahri 13/ Mr Rafael Lucas Fellhauer 13/ Ms Seeni Mohamed Faiza Farvana 13/ Mr Muhd Amin B Salleh Iskandar 13/ Mr Lin Patrick, Ziyou 13/ Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

45 FAMILY MEMBERS 1 Mr Wong Brandon, Ling Zheng 00/0299 Mdm Loh Doreen, Mee Chun 00/0299/1 Ms Wong Kerin, Li Ting 00/0299/2 Mdm Hui Doris, Chee Har 00/0299/3 2 Mr Ho Philip, Meng Huat 01/0334 Ms Ho Carolyn, Zhi Xin 01/0334/1 Mdm Han Patricia, Su-Ling 01/0334/2 Mr Ho Luke, Zhi Qiang 01/0334/3 3 Mr Lee Francis, Siew Kuan 01/0343 Mr Lee Shi Xin 01/0343/1 Mdm Tan Vivian, Lee Meng 01/0343/2 Mr Lee Wan Xiang 01/0343/3 Mr Lee Zhao Yong 01/0343/4 4 Mr Lim Gerard, Ju Boon 01/0385 Mdm Chow Wan Thonh 01/0385/1 Ms Lim Marianne, Ming Jie 01/0385/2 5 Mrs Nasreen Fadoo 02/0396 Mr Imaad Ali Fadoo 02/0396/1 Mr Abdul Reza Fadoo 02/0396/2 Ms Heather Dina 02/0396/3 Mr Rafiq Dina 02/0396/4 6 Mr Rajagopal Rajkumar 02/0411 Ms Arassi Maria Rajkumar 02/0411/1 Ms Rajali Maria Rajkumar 02/0411/2 Ms Monica Rajkumar 02/0411/3 Ms Marianne Rajkumar 02/0411/4 7 Mr Cheung Hardy, Chak Shi 06/0585 Ms Cheung Lynette, Seok Yee 06/0585/1 Mdm Chan Soo Chung 06/0585/2 Mr Cheung Alexandra, Cheong Chi 06/0585/3 Ms Cheung Sandra, Seok Yan 06/0585/4 8 Mr Wang Kok Wing 06/0600 Mr Wang Joseph, Si Kwang 06/0600/1 Ms Wang Josephine, Si Ming 06/0600/2 Ms Wang Marie, Si Hui 06/0600/3 Ms Wang Michelle, Si En 06/0600/4 9 Ms Lim Monica 07/0642 Ms Lim Marie Ann, Rui Yan 07/0642/1 Mr Lim Mark 07/0642/2 Ms Lim Victoria Ann 07/0642/3 Mr Lim Timothy James 07/0642/4 10 Mr S. Iswaran 07/0653 Mr Sanjay Robert Iswaran 07/0653/1 Ms Monisha C Iswaran 07/0653/2 Mr Krishan Z Iswaran 07/0653/3 11 Mdm Lin Hat Tsu 07/0694/2 Mr Low Jeryl, Xin Kai 07/0694/3 12 Mdm Naveed Kamil Hasan 08/0731 Mr Hasaan Hasan 08/0731/1 Ms Ayesha Hasan 08/0731/2 Mr Faizan Hasan 08/0731/3 Mr Kamil Faizan Hasan 08/0731/4 13 Mr Lai Caleb, Wen Kai 08/0747 Mr Lai Derrick, Szu Ann 08/0747/1 Mdm Lui Cheng Cheng 08/0747/2 Mr Lai Joel, Wen Le 08/0747/3 Mdm Lee Soh Mui 08/0747/4 14 Mrs David Mari Freida Aguila Guerzon 09/0752 Mr David Gerard Lorenzo Guerzon 09/0752/1 Mr David Wenceslao Teddy Sison 09/0752/2 Ms Sabares Sarah Ensoy 09/0752/3 Mdm Guerzon Rose Marie Aguila 09/0752/4 15 Mdm Norliza Bte Rolan 09/0777 Mr Wasif Aniq 09/0777/1 Mr Ahsanul Kalam 09/0777/2 Mr Wafi Ammar 09/0777/3 Mr Wabil Arfan 09/0777/4 16 Ms Szeto Jessica, Pei Ying 09/0793 Mr Szeto Jonathan 09/0793/1 Mdm Chee Serene, Wai Lin 09/0793/2 Ms Szeto Gerry 09/0793/3 Mrs Szeto Serene, Chee Wai Ling 09/0793/4 17 Mr Heng William, Siak Ling 09/0819 Ms Heng Jing Wen 09/0819/1 Mdm Toh Kim Suan 09/0819/2 Ms Heng Kar Yee 09/0819/3 18 Mrs Teo Vivienne 09/0820 Ms Teo Vanessa 09/0820/1 Ms Teo Victoria 09/0820/3 Mr Teo Bennett 09/0820/4 19 Mr Lim Jeffrey, Wee Leng 10/0846 Ms Lim Lecia, Li Xuan 10/0846/1 Mrs Lim Yvonne, Su Fen 10/0846/2 Ms Lim Leanne, Li En 10/0846/3 20 Mrs Niamh Clifford 10/0847 Mr John Clifford 10/0847/1 Ms Laura Clifford 10/0847/2 Mr Colm Clifford 10/0847/3 Mr Darragh Clifford 10/0847/4 21 Mr Tan Christopher, Soon Seng 10/ th Annual Report 2012/

46 FAMILY MEMBERS Mr Tan Dominic, Jun Kai 10/0855/1 Mdm Ee Pei Shan 10/0855/2 Mr Tan Ignatius, Kai Wen 10/0855/3 22 Mrs Lee Caslin, Hui Ling 10/0869 Mr Lee Joshua, Cheet 10/0869/1 Mr Lee Eugene 10/0869/2 Mr Lee Desmond, Poey Heo 10/0869/3 Mdm Foo Jenny, Wai Ngoh 10/0869/4 23 Ms Carina D Souza 10/0877 Mdm Divya D Souza 10/0877/1 Ms Anya D Souza 10/0877/2 Mr Errol D Souza 10/0877/3 24 Mr Chang Fatt Wee 10/0882 Mr Chang Zhi Kang 10/0882/1 Mdm Lau Wai Kuen 10/0882/2 Mr Chang Zhi Xian 10/0882/3 25 Mdm Ang Juliana, Soh Lian 10/0885 Mr Low Eric, Peng Name 10/0885/1 Ms Low Lisa, Li Ping 10/0885/2 26 Ms Karishma Kannan 10/0899 Mr H Kannan 10/0899/1 Mrs Kalpana Kannan 10/0899/2 Ms Kajol Kannan 10/0899/3 27 Ms Chua Stacie, Wan Zhen 10/0900 Mr Chua Kenny, Tian Min 10/0900/1 Mdm Sim Jenny, Tow Khim 10/0900/2 Mr Chua Robbie, Zong Chen 10/0900/3 28 Mdm Ng Doris Dorothy 10/0909 Ms Chim Rachel, Chu Er 10/0909/1 Mr Chim John 10/0909/2 Mr Chim Leroy Gabriel 10/0909/3 Ms Catherine Manuel Villar 10/0909/4 29 Mr Norizam Bin Khamis 10/0910 Mr Najm Irfaan Bin Norizam 10/0910/1 Mdm Zulaiha Binte Aziz 10/0910/2 Mr Niq Irham Bin Norizam 10/0910/3 Ms Debi Susanti 10/0910/4 30 Ms Filzah Damia Hannan Bte Hamim 11/0927/2 Ms Farah Izzah Hannan Bte Hamim 11/0927/3 Mr Muhammad Farhan Hannan Bin 11/0927/4 Hamim Mr Hamim Bin Hashim 11/0927/5 31 Mr George Benjamin Ballard 11/0928/1 Mrs Elaine Teale 11/0928/2 Mr Alexander Ballard 11/0928/3 32 Mdm Ong Shannon 11/0942/1 Mr Chin Ernest, Yinn Kang 11/0942/2 Ms Chin Gladys, Yi Ru 11/0942/3 Mdm Choo Lei Tim 11/0942/4 33 Mr Koh Wei Ming 11/0964/1 Ms Koh Trinie Emilia 11/0964/2 Mrs Lim Christine, Sushan 11/0964/3 Ms Koh Emilia Trisha 11/0964/4 Ms Koh Trixie Emilia 11/0964/5 34 Ms Fan Stella, Yu Fei 11/0965 Mr Wong Chee Keat 11/0965/1 Mdm Tan Liang Choo 11/0965/2 Mdm Liu Ying 11/0965/3 Mr Wong Callum, Jing Heng 11/0965/4 35 Mrs Sheralee Mohamed Saniff 11/0974/1 Ms Nuur Faszerah Bte Ahmed Ouyuti 11/0974/2 Mr Ahmed Suyuti Bin Mipot 11/0974/3 Mr Muhammed Khair 11/0974/4 Mr Hifzil Iman 11/0974/5 36 Mr Kyaw Kyaw 11/0975/1 Ms Eatn Dray Oo 11/0975/2 Mrs Thutn Poant Poant 11/0975/3 Mr Aung Myat Min 11/0975/4 37 Mr Chian Chieh Sheng 11/0976/1 Mrs Teo Sally, Siew Lee 11/0976/2 Ms Chian Kai Qi 11/0976/3 Ms Chian Kai Ern 11/0976/4 38 Mrs Bizzoco Anella 11/0984/1 Mr Alessandro Ceriani 11/0984/2 Mr Pierangelo Ceriani 11/0984/3 Ms Aurora Ceriani 11/0984/4 39 Mdm Koh Adeline, Kwee Peng 12/0992 Ms Yeo Ellyssa, Rui Zhen 12/0992/1 Ms Yeo Estelle, Rui En 12/0992/2 Mr Yeo Zekiel, Rui Jie 12/0992/3 Mr Yeo Leonard, Ken Siang 12/0992/4 40 Mdm Heng Mary, May Shiang 12/0993 Mdm Goh Kayleen, Jing En 12/0993/1 Mr Goh Chee Young 12/0993/2 Ms Goh Charlene, Rui En 12/0993/3 Mr Goh Lucas, Hao Wen 12/0993/4 41 Mrs Sin Gwendoline 12/0994 Ms Sin Erynn, Ying Qi 12/0994/1 Mr Sin Marcus, Joo Siong 12/0994/2 Ms Sin Elyse, Ying En 12/0994/3 44 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

47 Ms Sin Estelle, Ying Xi 12/0994/4 42 Ms Chung Emily, Sock Ching 12/0995 Mr Wee Eng Peng 12/0995/1 Mr Huang Yang Yi 12/0995/2 43 Mr Lim Alex Bill, Theng 12/0996 Ms Lim Elise, Zi Yin 12/0996/1 Mdm Peh Serene 12/0966/2 Mdm Lim Lee 12/0966/3 44 Mr Chen Ronald, Weng Yew 12/0999 Ms Chen Natalie Wanisia, Jia Min 12/0999/1 Ms Chen Sofia Ratchanee, Jia Hui 12/0999/2 Mdm Nophmas Kositchititana 12/0999/3 45 Mr Vivek Singh 12/1000 Mr Ruhaan Singh 12/1000/1 Mrs Sonal Singh 12/1000/2 Ms Tuhina Singh 12/1000/3 46 Mr Png Ambrose, Lai Soon 12/1001 Mdm Seah Michelle, Siew Li 12/1001/1 Ms Png Gabrielle, Keat Yi 12/1001/2 Mr Png Nathanael, Cheng Hao 12/1001/3 Mdm Choo Rosalind, Geok Neo 12/1001/4 47 Dr Sun Bing Feng 12/1002 Mr Qiao Yunhai 12/1002/1 Ms Qiao Yongxin 12/1002/2 48 Mdm Grace Anisa Tul Jannah 12/1020 Mr Fazrihan Bin Mohamed Duriat 12/1020/1 Mr Ahmad Dzul Faniq 12/1020/2 Mdm Taliha Bte Mahroon 12/1020/3 Ms Sufaira Binte Fazrihan 12/1020/4 49 Mr Alphieza Syam 12/1021 Mr Kemal M. Rizky Avicenna 12/1021/1 Mdm Early Roza 12/1021/2 50 Ms Twardzik Ching Chor Leng 12/1022 Mr Twardzik Ching Vincent 12/1022/1 Ms Twardzik Ching Ripley 12/1022/2 Ms Twardzik Ching Zayna 12/1022/3 Mdm Rosa Tuballa Barra 12/1022/4 51 Mdm Luah Wan Yee 12/1028 Mr Lim Wee Fong 12/1028/1 Ms Lim Ying Xin 12/1028/2 Mr Lim Ying Zhe 12/1028/3 Mr Lim Ying Kang 12/1028/4 52 Mdm Fatin Suriati Binte Sidik 12/1035 Ms Wareesha Ayra FD 12/1035/1 Mr Fauzulkabir Darke 12/1035/2 Mr Wafeeq Akil FD 12/1035/3 Mdm Jasmah Mascor 12/1035/4 53 Mdm Wong Georgina, Guay Boey 12/1036 Ms Chew Cheyenne Grace, Le-ya 12/1036/1 Mr Chew Boon Peiu 12/1036/2 Mdm Edlyn Laluna 12/1036/3 Mdm Bu Zi Sar 12/1036/4 54 Mr Richard Martin Hirudaya Raj John 12/1037 Mary Prosper Mr Chris Raphael 12/1037/1 Mdm Mohanasundaram Arunadevi 12/1037/2 55 Mr Tan Julian, Heng Wee 12/1038 Ms Tan Clara, Yue Ying 12/1038/1 Mdm Ang Irene, Ai Ling 12/1038/2 Mr Tan Gabriel, Guan Yang 12/1038/3 56 Mr Umut Cam 12/1044 Mdm Zumrut Cam 12/1044/1 Mr Tayga Cam 12/1044/2 57 Mdm Tee Lai Kuen, Joanna 12/1045 Mr Sit Willson 12/1045/1 Mr Sit Poh Sang, Steven 12/1045/2 Mr Tee Kam Wan 12/1045/3 Ms Sit Gerline 12/1045/4 58 Mr Teh Enoch, Dao Ern 13/1055 Mr Teh Moses, Chu Tak 13/1055/1 Mdm Gan Jinnie, Wai Wah 13/1055/2 Ms Teh Deborah, Yue Ern 13/1055/3 59 Mdm Tan Cynthia, Hwee Tian 13/1056 Mr Ng Matthew, Jun Boon 13/1056/1 Mr Ng Lee Hai 13/1056/2 Ms Ng Samantha, Sin Ning 13/1056/3 Ms Ng Sasha, Boon Ning 13/1056/4 60 Mr Hosler Gregory, D 13/1059 Ms Hosler Joyce, Elizabeth 13/1059/1 Mr Hosler Peter 13/1059/2 Mdm Hosler Josie 13/1059/3 Mdm Polizios Sarah C 13/1059/4 61 Dr Wong Reuben, Yik Pern 13/1062 Mr Wong Elliot, Yoong Kai 13/1062/1 Mdm Wong Sherlyn 13/1062/2 62 Mr Yik George, Hou Meng 13/1063 Mr Yik Bryan, Yao Teng 13/1063/1 63 Mrs Monika Anderegg 13/1066 Mr Nicolas Thomas Anderegg 13/1066/1 Mr Thomas Peter Anderegg 13/1066/2 17th Annual Report 2012/

48 Ms Valentina Zoe Anderegg 13/1066/3 Ms Raffaella Eva Anderegg 13/1066/4 64 Mdm Lai Jasmine 13/1067 Ms Tang Megan, Su-Ann 13/1067/1 Mstr Tang Jireh, Wai Kit 13/1067/2 Mr Tang Edwin 13/1067/3 65 Mr Kenley Andrew Crapps 13/1080 Mrs Shirley Crapps 13/1080/1 Mr Burton Crapps 13/1080/2 66 Mdm Tay Hwee Li 13/1081 Mr Chin Hong Wei 13/1081/1 Mr Chin Zhen Sheng 13/1081/2 Ms Chin Xuan Ru 13/1081/3 Ms Chin Xin Ru 13/1081/4 67 Mdm Yeung Jenny 13/1082 Mrs Ling Janice, Yi Ting 13/1082/1 Mr Ling Foon 13/1082/2 68 Mr Soh Brandon, Peng Kiong 13/1083 Ms Soh Rachael, Wun Yeo 13/1083/1 Mdm Boo Ivy, Mui Leng 13/1083/2 69 Mr Tham Cheng-E 13/1084 Mdm Lee Sandra, Mei Yen 13/1084/1 Mr Tham Amos, Shao Wei 13/1084/2 Mr Tham Joel, Shao En 13/1084/3 70 Mrs Lim Tini Fadzillah 13/1085 Ms Lim Maia 13/1085/1 Mr Lim Vynx 13/1085/2 Mdm Pushpa Kumari 13/1085/3 71 Mr Diego Giocondo 13/1086 Mdm Marcela Llugano 13/1086/1 Mdm Liliana Quevedo 13/1086/2 Ms Isabella Giocondo 13/1086/3 72 Mr Seow Chow Wei 13/1087 Mr Seow Luke, Kai Sheng 13/1087/1 Mdm Lee Sharon, Fen 13/1087/2 Ms Seow Rebekah 13/1087/3 Ms Seow Olivia 13/1087/4 73 Mdm Fu Magdalene, Mei Leng 13/1088 Mr Tan Thiam Chye 13/1088/1 Mr Tan Alexander, Chuan Tat 13/1088/2 74 Mr Totah Jacob 13/1089 Mrs Totah Elizabeth 13/1089/1 Mr Totah Abe 13/1089/2 46 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

49 Registration No. S96SS0170K Registered office: 9 Bishan Place, Bishan Junction 8 Office Tower #09-01, Singapore Annual Report for the Year Ended 30 June 2013 Contents Report of the Executive Committee Members 48 Report of the Independent Auditors 49 Statement of Financial Position 51 Statement of Financial Activities 52 Statement of Changes in Fund 54 Statement of Cash Flows 55 Notes to the Financial Statements 56 17th Annual Report 2012/

50 Board Members Report Year ended 30 Jun 2013 REPORT OF THE BOARD MEMBERS We, the undersigned Board Members, submit this annual report to the members together with the audited financial statements of Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) for the financial year ended 30 June Board Members The Board Members in office at the date of this report are as follows: Ms Monica de Silva-Lim Mr Roderick Tan Mr Ratnasabapathy Sivanandam Ms Li Shu Yun Mr Gerard Lim Ms Monica Kan Lai Lai - Chairperson - Deputy Chairperson - Honorary Secretary - Honorary Assistant Secretary - Honorary Treasurer - Honorary Assistant Treasurer Auditors The auditors, S B Tan & Co, have expressed their willingness to accept re-appointment. Statement by Board Members The Executive Committee Members of Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements in accordance with the Societies Act, Chapter 311, Charities Act, Chapter 37, Recommended Accounting Practice No. 6 (RAP 6) and Singapore Financial Reporting Standards. This responsibility includes selecting and applying appropriate accounting policies and making accounting estimates that are reasonable in the circumstances. In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements are drawn up so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Association as at 30 June 2013, and of the results, changes in funds and cash flows of the Association for the year ended on that date in accordance with the provisions of the Acts. The Executive Committee Members have, on the date of this statement, authorised these financial statements for issue. On behalf of the Board Ms Monica De Silva-Lim Chairperson Mr Gerard Lim Honorary Treasurer Mr Ratnasabapathy Sivananda Honorary Secretary Singapore 5 SEP Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

51 Independent Auditors Report Year ended 30 Jun 2013 REPORT OF THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS TO THE MEMBERS OF DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION (SINGAPORE) Report on the Financial Statements We have audited the accompanying financial statements of Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) (the Association ) for the year ended 30 June 2013, which comprises the statement of financial position, the statement of comprehensive income, statement of changes in funds and statement of cash flows for the year then ended, and a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory information. Management s Responsibility for the Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation of financial statements that give a true and fair view in accordance with the Societies Act, Chapter 311, Charities Act, Chapter 37, Recommended Accounting Practice No. 6 (RAP 6) and Singapore Financial Reporting Standards ( FRS ), and for devising and maintaining a system of internal accounting controls sufficient to provide a reasonable assurance that assets are safeguarded against loss from unauthorized use or disposition; and transactions are properly authorized and that they are recorded as necessary to permit the preparation of true and fair financial statements and to maintain accountability of assets. Auditors Responsibility Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with Singapore Standards on Auditing. Those Standards require that we comply with ethical requirements, and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement. An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor s judgement, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatements of the financial statement, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity s preparation of financial statements that give a true and fair view in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity s internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion. Opinion In our opinion, the financial statements are properly drawn up in accordance with the Societies Act, Chapter 311, Charities Act Chapter 37, Recommended Accounting Practice No. 6 (RAP 6) and the FRS and so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Association as at 30 June 2013 and the results, changes in funds and cash flows of the Association for the year ended on that date. 17th Annual Report 2012/

52 Independent Auditors Report Year ended 30 Jun 2013 REPORT OF THE INDEPENDENT AUDITORS TO THE MEMBERS OF DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION (SINGAPORE) Report on Other legal and Regulatory Requirements In our opinion, the accounting and other records required by the Act to be kept by the Association have been properly kept in accordance with the provisions of the Act. During the course of our audit, nothing has come to our attention to cause us to believe that: i) the donation monies have not been used in accordance with the objectives of the Association as an institution of a public character; and ii) the total fund-raising expenses of the entity have exceeded 30% of the total gross receipts from fund-raising as mentioned in the Charities (Institutions of a Public Character) Regulations. S B TAN & CO Public Accountants and Certified Accountants Singapore 5 SEP Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

53 Statement of Financial Position As at 30 June Note $ $ Non-current Assets Property, plant and equipment 3 881,086 29,326 Current Assets Trade and other receivables 4 122,927 39,477 Other assets 5 6,182 10,525 Cash and bank balances 6 1,956,385 2,533,988 2,085,494 2,583,990 Current Liabilities Trade and other payables 7 140, ,308 Finance lease payables 8 1,220 1, , ,197 Net Current Assets 1,944,266 2,479,793 Non-Current Liabilities Finance lease payables 8 (225) (1,321) Net Assets 2,825,127 2,507,798 Representing: Restricted Funds ,043 - Unrestricted Funds 11 2,611,084 2,507,798 2,825,127 2,507,798 The accompanying notes form part of the financial statements 17th Annual Report 2012/

54 Statement of Financial Activities For the year ended 30 June Note $ $ Voluntary income Donations - Tax exempt 207, ,566 Donations - Non - tax exempt 109, ,063 Donations - Designated tax exempt 200,000 2,500 Donations - Designated non tax exempt 14, ,000 Online donation - tax exempt 53,016 45,049 Online donation - non tax exempt 4,248 1,987 Government grant 186, ,209 Membership fee 7,468 6, , ,966 Funds Generating Activities Fund raising income - designated tax exempt 9-20,000 Fund raising income - tax exempt 9 812, ,697 Fund raising income - non tax exempt 9 164,743 54,592 Income from external events 5,789 1,300 Sales 18,962 15,804 Sponsorship ,002, ,933 Programme fees - charitable activities 106,654 91,395 Interest income 8,513 7,067 Other income ,704 98,562 Total Income 1,900,200 1,526,461 Expenses: Costs of Generating Voluntary Income Online Service Fee 4,173 2,144 Cost of Fund Generating Activities Awareness and events activities expenses Fund raising expenses 9 127, , , ,875 Cost of Charitable Activities Advertisement 5,343 8,918 Bank charges 2,142 1,893 Contributions to CPF Board 109,460 83,644 Depreciation of property, plant and equipment 3 14,158 23,505 General expenses 4,558 2,012 Gift expenses 4, IT support 6,349 7,162 Medical expenses 6,037 3,198 Balance carried forward 152, , Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

55 Statement of Financial Activities For the year ended 30 June Note $ $ Cost of Charitable Activities (cont d) Balance brought forward 152, ,671 Other office expense 2,958 - Performance expenses 5,150 - Plant and equipment disposal Postage and couriers 2,272 2,358 Printing and stationery 14,219 16,644 Programme materials 32,562 7,698 Refreshment 8,244 6,278 Renovation expenses 14,384 - Rental of office equipment 3,201 3,226 Rental of facilities 11,525 2,026 Rental of office space 90,924 40,161 Repairs and maintenance 8,925 6,649 Resource materials 4, Salaries,bonus and allowances 881, ,158 Staff welfare Subscription fees 1, Telecommunication 8,854 6,972 Trainers salary and allowances for programmes 89,663 84,563 Training and developments 20,509 11,422 Transport and travel 12,952 9,146 Utilities 21,226 12,037 Volunteer expenses 1,524 1,929 1,389, ,010 Administrative expenses Accountancy fees 20,810 18,593 Auditors remuneration 4,630 4,497 Impairment of receivables - 4,100 Insurance 14,103 10,339 Newspaper and periodicals Professional fees - 13,028 Sponsorship 20,830-60,862 50,777 Total expenditure (1,582,871) (1,161,806) Surplus for the year before taxation 317, ,655 Taxation - - Surplus after taxation 317, ,655 Other comprehensive income - - Total surplus for the year 317, ,655 Unrestricted surplus 103, ,655 Restricted surplus - project space fund 214, , ,655 The accompanying notes form part of the financial statements 17th Annual Report 2012/

56 Statement of Changes in Fund For the year ended 30 June $ $ Restricted Funds: Project Space Fund Balance brought forward - - Donations 214,043 - Balance carried forward 214,043 - Unrestricted Funds: Balance brought forward 2,507,798 2,143,143 Surplus / (Deficit) after taxation 103, ,655 Balance carried forward 2,611,084 2,507,798 Total Funds 2,825,127 2,507,798 The accompanying notes form part of the financial statements 54 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

57 Statement of Cash Flows For the year ended 30 June Note $ $ Cash Flows From Operating Activities: Surplus for the year before taxation 317, ,655 Adjustments for: Depreciation of property, plant and equipment 3 14,158 23,505 Disposal of property, plant and equipment Interest income (8,513) (7,067) 6,376 16,438 Operating cash flow before working capital changes 323, ,093 Change in operating assets and liabilities: Trade and other receivables (83,450) 186,422 Other assets 4,344 (6,524) Trade and other payables 37,700 (15,423) Cash generated from operations 282, ,568 Interest income 8,513 7,067 Net cash from operating activities 290, ,635 Cash Flows From Investing Activities: Purchase of property, plant and equipment 3 (866,649) (10,778) Net cash outflow from investing activities (866,649) (10,778) Cash Flows From Financing Activities: Payment of finance lease payables (1,766) (3,825) Net cash outflow from financing activities (1,766) (3,825) Net (decrease) / increase in cash and cash equivalents (577,603) 538,032 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year 2,533,988 1,995,956 Cash and cash equivalents at end of year 1,956,385 2,533,988 Cash and cash equivalents Fixed deposits 1,222,445 1,729,753 Cash and bank balance 733, ,235 1,956,385 2,533,988 The accompanying notes form part of the financial statements 17th Annual Report 2012/

58 Notes to the Financial Statement For the year ended 30 June 2013 These notes form an integral part of and should be read in conjunction with the accompanying Financial Statements. 1 General Down Syndrome Association (Singapore) (the Association) is registered in Singapore with its registered office at Junction 8 (Office Tower) 9 Bishan Place, #09-01 Singapore The principal activities of the Association are to develop individuals with down syndrome through life long learning and social integration, support families through specialist services, information and education and advocate for equal opportunities, quality of life and their contribution to society. The financial statements were authorised for issue by the Management Committee on 5 September Significant Accounting Policies 2.1 Basis of Accounting The financial statements, expressed in Singapore dollars, are prepared under the historical cost convention and in accordance with the Societies Act, Chapter 311, Charities Act, Chapter 37, Recommended Accounting Practice No. 6 (RAP 6) and Singapore Financial Reporting Standards ( FRS ). The preparation of financial statements in conformity with FRS requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of policies and the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. Actual results may differ from these estimates. The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimates are revised, and in any future periods affected. Judgements made by management in the application of FRS that have a significant effect on the financial statements and in arriving at estimates with a significant risk of material adjustment in the following year are discussed in subsequent note to accounts. The Association maintains restricted funds and unrestricted funds. Funds set up for specific purposes are classified as restricted funds. All income and expenses other than those attributable to restricted funds and common overheads are recorded in the unrestricted fund s statement of comprehensive income. 2.2 Changes in Accounting Policies The accounting policies adopted are consistent with those of the previous financial year except for changes resulting from adoption of new FRS. The adoption of these standards did not have any significant effect on the financial performance or position of the Association. 2.3 New Standards and Interpretations Not Yet Effective The Association has not applied the new/revised accounting standards (including its consequential amendments) and interpretations that have been issued as of the date of the statements of financial position but are not yet effective. The initial application of these standards and interpretations is not expected to have any material impact on the Association s financial statements. The Association has not considered the impact of accounting standards issued after the date of the statements of financial position. 2.4 Revenue Recognition Revenue is recognised to the extent that it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Association and the revenue can be reliably measured and the following specific recognition criteria must also be met before revenue are recognised. (a) Donations and contributions are recognised in the financial statements as and when received. 56 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

59 Notes to the Financial Statement For the year ended 30 June 2013 (b) Government grant is recognised in the financial statements when they are due and receivable. (c) Interest income is recognised as the interest accrues unless collectibility is in doubt. (d) Membership fee is recognised on an accrual basis. 2.5 Foreign Currencies Items included in the financial statements of the Association are measured using the currency that best reflects the economic substance of the underlying events and circumstances relevant to that entity. The functional currency of the Association is the Singapore dollar. The financial statements of the Association are presented in Singapore dollars. Foreign currency transactions are translated into Singapore dollars at rates of exchange approximating those ruling at transaction dates. Foreign currency monetary assets and liabilities are translated at the rates ruling at the year-end. The resulting profits and losses on exchange are dealt with through the profit and loss account. Balances in notes are in functional currency unless otherwise stated. 2.6 Property, plant and equipment and Depreciation All items of property, plant and equipment are initially recorded at cost. Subsequent to recognition, property, plant and equipment are measured at cost or valuation less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses. The cost of an item of property, plant and equipment is recognised as an asset if, and only if, it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the Association and the cost of an item can be measured reliably. Number of years Donation boxes 10 Office equipment, furniture and fittings 5 Renovation,computers and IT laboratory 5 Library books and library toys 5 The carrying values of property, plant and equipment are reviewed for impairment when events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. The residual value, useful life and depreciation method are reviewed at each financial year-end, and adjusted prospectively, if appropriate. An item of property, plant and equipment is derecognised upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected from its use or disposal. Any gain or loss on derecognition of the asset is included in profit or loss in the year the asset is derecognised. Fully depreciated property, plant and equipment are retained in the financial statements until they are no longer in use and no further charge for depreciation is made in respect of these assets. 2.7 Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash and bank balances that are readily convertible to a known amount of cash and are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value. 2.8 Employee Benefits The Association makes contributions to the Central Provident Fund scheme in Singapore. Such contributions are recognised as an expense in the period in which the related service is performed. 2.9 Impairment The carrying amounts of the Association s assets are reviewed at year-end to determine if there is any indication 17th Annual Report 2012/

60 Notes to the Financial Statement For the year ended 30 June 2013 of impairment. If any such indication exists, the asset s recoverable amount is estimated. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. All impairment losses are recognised in the profit and loss account. An impairment loss is only reversed to the extent that the asset s carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined, if no impairment loss had been recognised Financial Assets i) Classification The Association classifies its financial assets according to the purpose for which the assets were acquired. Management determines the classification of its financial assets at initial recognition and re-evaluates this designation at every reporting date. The Association s only financial assets is receivables. Loans and receivables Loan and receivables are non-derivative financial assets with fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market. They are included in current assets, except those maturing later than 12 months after the balance sheet date which are classified as non-current assets. Loans and receivables excluding prepayments are presented as trade and other receivables and cash and bank balances on the balance sheet. ii) iii) Recognition and derecognition Regular purchases and sales of financial assets are recognised on trade-date - the date on which the Association commits to purchase or sell the asset. Financial assets are derecognised when the rights to receive cash flows from the financial assets have expired or have been transferred and the Association has transferred substantially all risks and rewards of ownership. On disposal of a financial asset, the difference between the net sale proceeds and its carrying amount is recognised in profit or loss. Any amount in the fair value reserve relating to that asset is also transferred to profit or loss. Initial measurement Financial assets are initially recognised at fair value plus transaction costs except for financial assets at fair value through profit or loss, which are recognised at fair value. Transaction costs for financial assets at fair value through profit and loss are recognised as expenses. iv) Subsequent measurement Loans and receivables are carried at amortised cost using the effective interest method. Interest income on financial assets are recognised separately in profit or loss Financial Liabilities Financial liabilities include trade payables and other payables. Financial liabilities are recognised on the balance sheet when, only when, the Association becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the financial instrument. Financial liabilities are initially recognised at fair value of consideration received less directly attributable transaction costs and subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate method Provisions Provisions are recognised when the Association has a present obligation (legal or constructive) where, as a result of a past event, and it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. Provisions are reviewed at each balance sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimate. Where the effect of time value of money is material, the amount of the provision is the present value of the expenditure expected to be required to settle the obligation. 58 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

61 Notes to the Financial Statement For the year ended 30 June Leases Finance leases Leases of assets in which the Association assumes substantially the risks and rewards of ownership are classified as finance leases. Property, plant and equipment acquired through finance leases are capitalised at the inception of the lease at the lower of its fair value and the present value of the minimum lease payments. Subsequent to the initial recognition, the asset is accounted for in accordance with the accounting policy applicable to that asset. Lease payments are apportioned between the finance charges and reduction of the lease liability so as to achieve a constant rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability. Finance charges are charged to profit or loss. Operating leases Lessee Leases where significant portion of the risks and rewards of ownership are retained by the lessor are classified as operating leases. Payments made under operating leases (net of any incentives received from the lessor) are taken to profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the period of the lease. When an operating lease is terminated before the lease period has expired, any payment required to be made to the lessor by way of penalty is recognised as an expense in the period in which termination takes place. Lessor Leases where the Association retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the asset are classified as operating leases. Rental income (net of any incentives given to lessees) is recognised on a straight-line basis over the lease term Donation and Grant For Assets Donation and grant for assets is recognised as income upon receipt and reduced over the useful life of the assets in line with its depreciation Financial Instruments Non-derivative financial instruments comprise trade and other receivables, cash and cash equivalents, and trade and other payables. They are recognised initially at fair value plus, for instruments not at fair value through profit or loss, any directly attributable transaction costs. A financial instrument is recognised if the Association becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. Financial assets are derecognised if the Association s contractual rights to the cash flows from the financial assets expire or if the Association transfers the financial asset to another party without retaining control or transfers substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset. Regular way purchases and sales of financial assets are accounted for at trade date, ie the date the Association commits itself to purchase or sell the asset. Financial liabilities are derecognised if the Association s obligations specified in the contract expire or are discharged or cancelled Reserves The Association maintains unrestricted funds. Funds set up for specific purposes are classified as restricted funds. All income and expenses other than those attributable to restricted funds and common overheads are recorded in the unrestricted fund s statement of comprehensive income. In order to ensure observance of limitations and restrictions placed on the use of the resources available to the Association, the financial statements of the Association are maintained such that the resources for various purposes are classified for accounting and reporting purposes that are in accordance with activities or objectives specified. 17th Annual Report 2012/

62 Notes to the Financial Statement For the year ended 30 June Property, Plant and Equipment Computer, Office Equipment and IT Laboratory Furniture and Fittings Renovation Donation boxes, Library Books and Toys $ $ $ $ Cost: At 1 Jul ,324 63, ,327 13, ,161 Additions 10, ,778 At 30 Jun 2012 and 1 Jul ,102 63, ,327 13, ,939 Additions 29,099 22, , ,649 Disposals (17,724) (43,930) (131,987) - (193,641) At 30 Jun ,477 42, ,133 13,560 1,193,947 Total Accumulated Depreciation: At 1 Jul ,084 61, ,051 13, ,108 Charge for the financial year 20, ,467-23,505 At 30 Jun 2012 and 1 Jul ,329 62, ,518 13, ,613 Charge for the financial year 10, ,468-14,158 Disposals (16,993) (43,930) (131,987) - (192,910) At 30 Jun ,321 18, ,999 13, ,861 Net Book Value: At 30 Jun ,156 23, , ,086 At 30 Jun ,773 1,744 3,809-29,326 Additions in renovation amounting to $814,793 is in progress as of year-end and partially funded by donation of $214,043 (Note 17). Property, plant and equipment with net book value of $1,364 (2012:$4,894) was acquired by finance leases (Note 8). 4 Trade and Other Receivables $ $ Trade receivables: Third parties 67,898 22,840 Other receivables: Deposits 46,818 10,241 Tax-exempt donation - 1,060 Interest receivable 5,151 2,236 Cash advance 3,060 3,100 55,029 16, ,927 39, Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

63 Notes to the Financial Statement For the year ended 30 June Trade and Other Receivables (cont d) The average credit period generally granted to is about 30 days (2012: 30 days). Some customers take a longer period to settle the amounts. The table below illustrates the trade receivables aging analysis: Gross Gross $ $ Less than 30 days 17, Past due days 20, Past due days More than 90 days 30,313-67,898 22,840 5 Other Assets $ $ Prepayment 6,182 10,525 6,182 10,525 6 Cash and Bank Balances $ $ Fixed deposits 1,222,445 1,729,753 Cash and bank balances 733, ,235 1,956,385 2,533,988 The rate of interest for the cash on interest earning accounts is between 0.30% and 0.875% (2012: 0.50% and 0.875%) per annum. 7 Trade and Other Payables $ $ Receipts in advance - course fee Accrual 140, , , ,308 17th Annual Report 2012/

64 Notes to the Financial Statement For the year ended 30 June Finance lease payables Minimum Lease Payments Present Value of Lease Payments Minimum Lease Payments Present Value of Lease Payments $ $ $ $ Finance lease instalments: - payable within 1 year 1,220 1,220 1,889 1,889 - payable after 1 year ,321 1,321 1,445 1,445 3,210 3,210 The lease term is 5 years and is non-interest bearing. 9 Fund Raising Activities $ $ Art Exhibition - 12,937 Charity Bowl 33,500 45,920 Charity Golf and Dinner - 50,000 Charity Movie Preview 257, ,236 Greeting cards - 67,584 Keppel Club Charity Golf 75,916 - Korean Chamber of Commerce Charity Golf 25,000 - Mystique 356, ,846 NTU Fund Raising Project 28,735 2,013 President Challenge 60,000 - Soccer Tournament 33,853 13,187 World Down Syndrome Day 106, ,566 Other events , ,289 Less: Fund raising expenses Art Exhibition - 6,059 Charity Bowl 4,170 5,562 Charity Golf and Gala Dinner - 28 Charity Movie Preview 30,983 23,538 NTU Fund Raising Project Soccer Tournament 1,550 - Mystique 81,227 74,181 Singapore Ireland Fund - 5,302 World Down Syndrome Day 6,196 13,900 Other events 2,749 1, , ,982 Surplus from fund raising activities 849, ,307 Amount of $20,000 was paid as sponsorship for St. Patrick s Day from World Down Syndrome funds. 62 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

65 Notes to the Financial Statement For the year ended 30 June Reserves $ $ Unrestricted Fund - Accumulated Fund 2,611,084 2,507,798 Restricted Fund: Project Space Fund (Note 17) 214,043 - Total Funds 2,825,127 2,507,798 Ratio of Reserves to Annual Operating Expenditure The reserves set aside provide financial stability and the means for the continued development of the Association s activities. The Association intends to maintain the reserves at a level sufficient for it s annual operating expenditure. The Board Members review the level of reserves annually to ensure they are adequate to fulfill the Association s continuing obligations. 11 Unrestricted Funds $ $ General Funds (Accumulated Fund) 3,528,174 2,796,054 Thrift Shop fund (Note 12) (32,587) (35,023) Programme fund (Note 13) (411,245) (224,005) Family support group fund (Note 14) 11,714 (3,748) Adult Enhancement programme fund (Note 15) (349,914) (131,674) Education fund (Note 16) (135,058) 106,194 Total 2,611,084 2,507, Thrift Shop Fund $ $ Balance at beginning of year (35,023) (28,742) Government grant - 1,020 Sales 18,137 11,759 Sponsorship - 45 Expenditure (15,701) (19,105) Balance at end of year (32,587) (35,023) This represents revenues and funding into the social enterprise initiative as well as expenses generated from its maintenance. 17th Annual Report 2012/

66 Notes to the Financial Statement For the year ended 30 June Programme Fund $ $ Balance at beginning of year (224,005) (148,224) Awareness and events activities - - Donations - 1,000 Fund raising income - 2,500 Programme fees 29,072 27,890 Government grant - 1,020 Other income 1,200 1,400 Sponsorship - 45 Expenditure (217,512) (109,636) Balance at end of year (411,245) (224,005) This represents fund designated to enrichment programs which provides enrichment services and co-cirricular activities for members with Down Syndrome from all ages and all walks of life which aims to attain productive, meaning and enhanced quality of life according to their interest, aptitude and abilities. 14 Family Support Group Fund $ $ Balance at beginning of year (3,748) (23,362) Donations Programme fees 10,549 1,365 Government grant 117, ,919 Other income 340 2,884 Sponsorship Expenditure (113,233) (119,744) Balance at end of year 11,714 (3,748) This represents fund designated to provide social and emotional support through peer encouragement to enable families to cope with their disabled members. 64 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

67 Notes to the Financial Statement For the year ended 30 June Adult Enhancement Programme Fund $ $ Balance at beginning of year (131,674) (53,595) Fund raising income - 65,000 Donations 57,641 7,232 Programme fees 56,033 51,320 Government grant - 1,020 Sales 350 1,161 Other income - - Sponsorship Expenditure (332,264) (203,992) Balance at end of year (349,914) (131,674) This represents fund designated to provide adult enhancement programme. 16 Education Fund $ $ Balance at beginning of year 106, ,966 Donations - 102,550 Fund raising income - 2,500 Programme fees 11,000 10,820 Government grant - 15,400 Other income - 16 Sponsorship - 45 Expenditure (252,252) (163,103) Balance at end of year (135,058) 106,194 This represents fund designated to provide education and support services in the aspect of basic literacy skills (writing,reading), daily living, socialization skills and communication skills. 17th Annual Report 2012/

68 Notes to the Financial Statement For the year ended 30 June Restricted Funds - Project Space Fund $ $ Donations 214,043 - Balance at end of year 214,043 - This represents fund designated to provide funding for the renovation and construction of Association s main office. Balance shall be reduced over the useful life of the asset in line with its depreciation. 18 Staff Costs $ $ Top three executives annual remuneration (Including CPF) -Salary range below $100, , ,952 -Salary range $100,000 to $150, , ,835 No. of key executives -Salary range below $100, Salary range $100,000 to $150, Income Funds mainly represent contributions received and receivable for fund raising activities and donation conducted during the year. Tax deductible donation income for the year amounted to $1,272,905 (2012: $940,812). 20 Operating Lease Commitments The Association has commitment for future lease payments under non-cancellable operating lease as follows: $ $ Payable: - within one year 99,197 66,308 - after one year 90, , , ,723 Leases where the lessor effectively retains substantially all risks and benefits of ownership of the leased items are classified as operating leases. Operating lease payments are recognised as an expense in profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the lease term. The aggregate benefit of incentives provided by the lessor is recognised as a reduction of rental expense over the lease term on a straight-line basis. 66 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

69 Notes to the Financial Statement For the year ended 30 June Related Party Transactions The Association had no significant related party transactions for the year. 22 Financial Risk Management Objectives and Policies The main risks arising from the Association s financial instruments is credit risk. The policies for managing each of these risks are summarised as follows: Credit risk Credit risk arises mainly from the risk on counterparties defaulting on the terms of their agreements. The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents and debtors represent the Association s maximum exposure to credit risk in relation to financial assets. The Association monitors the exposure to credit risk on an ongoing basis and credit evaluations are performed on parties requiring credit over a certain amount. Cash terms or advance payments are required for parties of lower credit standing. The credit risk on balances of cash and cash equivalents is low as these balances are placed with a reputable bank. 23 Fair Values of Financial Instruments The carrying value of cash at bank, and the amounts receivable and payable approximates fair value due to the relatively short-term maturity of these financial instruments. 24 Accounting Estimates and Judgement in Applying Accounting Policies The Association makes estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year. Estimates and judgements are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. Key source of estimation uncertainty The key assumptions concerning the future and other key sources of estimation uncertainty at the balance sheet date, that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amount of assets and liabilities within the next financial year are discussed below: Depreciation of property, plant and equipment The cost of property, plant and equipment is depreciated on a straight-line basis over their respective useful lives. Management estimates the useful lives of this property, plant and equipment to be within 5 to 10 years. The carrying amount of the Association s property, plant and equipment as at 30 June 2013 is stated in Note 3. Changes in the expected level of usage and technological developments could impact the economic useful lives and the residual values of these assets. Therefore future depreciation charges could be revised and impact the profit in future years. Impairment loss on trade receivables The Association evaluates whether there is any objective evidence that trade receivables are impaired and determine the amount of impairment loss as a result of the inability of the debtors to make required payments. The Association bases the estimates on the ageing of the trade receivables balance, credit-worthiness of the debtors and historical write-off experience. If the financial conditions of the debtors were to deteriorate, actual write-offs would be higher than estimated. 25 Subsequent event The Association s subsequent events after year-end are as follows: (a) Donation income of $292,000 upon completion and submission of supporting documents for renovation. (b) Donation income of $66,060 for charity movie event. 17th Annual Report 2012/

70 Notes to the Financial Statement For the year ended 30 June Capital Commitment The Association entered into contract to renovate office space at a cost of $924,215, which includes $814,793 spent as of year end. 68 Down Syndrome Association (Singapore)

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