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IN-PERSON

Learning Journey with Stroke Support Station (S3) 🏥

New_Jan 2026 NYC DOMW x S3 Learning Journey Programme
Schedule
Thu, 15 Jan 2026
10:00am - 12:30pm
Venue
Enabling Village
Cost
Free
Pax
30
Organised By
Empact Singapore Pte Ltd

About this programme

Learning Journey with Stroke Support Station (S3) 🏥

Experience a Day in the Disability Sector & Make Real Impact

🎯 What's This About?

Ever wondered what it's like to work in the social/disability sector? Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Stroke Support Station (S3) and the amazing work they do supporting stroke survivors and their families, from their office in Enabling Village. This isn't just a talk or presentation - you'll actually get a tour of the amazing space at Enabling Village, hands-on experience in the work and get to see what professionals in this sector do day-to-day!


The format: In-person programme at Enabling Village, where you'll (1) get a tour of S3 and learn about their mission and work, (2) participate in a hands-on activity to engage with stroke survivors, (3) hear from real professionals about their career journeys and the different roles available in organisations like S3, and (4) explore Enabling Village, and learn how the disability sector ecosystem operates.


💡 What's In It For You? 🌟 Real Experience, Not Just Theory

  1. Experience the day-to-day operations at a disability sector organisation, and learn about possible career paths in the social sector (SPOILER: it’s NOT only social workers)
  2. Participate in hands-on activities - potentially engaging with service users
  3. Explore the Enabling Village space and discover what inclusive community looks like


🔥 Insider Knowledge from Professionals

  1. Meet staff from different departments - clinical, organisation development (HR, IT), corporate functions (partnerships, communications and media), and more!
  2. Learn what these roles actually involve (spoiler: it's more diverse than you think!)
  3. Understand career pathways in the social and healthcare sector
  4. Ask your burning questions directly to people doing the work


✨ Discover Career Paths You Never Knew Existed

  1. Find out about job opportunities in the disability sector
  2. Learn what skills and qualifications you need for different roles
  3. Get inspired by professionals' personal career journeys
  4. Network with like-minded peers who care about making impact


🤝 Give Back While You Learn This programme includes interactive activities where you'll contribute meaningfully - not just observe. You'll walk away having made a real difference while gaining valuable career insights!


🙋🏻‍♀️Who Can Apply?

Young adults (aged 16-25) who are:

  1. Currently in JC, Polytechnic, Pre-University or Institutes of Higher Learning
  2. Curious about careers in the social/healthcare/disability sector
  3. Interested in community work and making social impact
  4. Open to hands-on learning and interacting with others


📅 Programme Details

Date: 15th January 2026 (Thursday)

Timing: 10am-12:30pm

Location: Enabling Village (7 mins walk from Redhill MRT Station)


🚨 SIGN UP NOW! 🚨 Only 30 spots available - first come, first served!

This is your chance to step into a sector that's all about making real impact, discover career opportunities you might not have considered, and gain hands-on experience in one session. Whether you're exploring career options or already interested in the disability/healthcare sector, this learning journey will give you insights you can't get anywhere else! 🙌


One session. Real experience. Career pathways unlocked. ⭐



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Key takeaways

The recent learning journey with Stroke Support Station (S3) provided participants with an experiential and reflective opportunity to deepen their understanding of the social service sector. Through a safe and supportive learning environment, participants engaged in a human library–style panel and interactive discussions with practitioners from the sector, gaining firsthand insights into the industry, its work culture, and the diverse career pathways available. These engagements helped participants reframe their perceptions of social service careers, clarify their motivations, and recognise how their skills and interests could be applied meaningfully to create social impact.


Learning Journey: Key Takeaways for Youth

1. Rethinking the Social Service Sector

(a) See the Bigger Purpose

  1. Social service work is deeply meaningful and creates real, tangible impact
  2. Contributing to community and care can be personally fulfilling
  3. Impact often outweighs purely transactional measures of success


(b) Appreciate the People Behind the Work

  1. Social service professionals are driven by compassion, patience, and commitment
  2. Teams are supportive, proactive, and values-led
  3. Respect for the mission and the people grows through firsthand exposure


2. Understanding Careers in Social Services

(a) More Than One Career Path

  1. The sector offers diverse roles beyond frontline social service work
  2. Different skills and backgrounds can contribute meaningfully
  3. There is space to find a cause that resonates personally


(b) A Human-Centred Industry

  1. Work is interactive, patient-focused, and relationship-driven
  2. Care goes beyond routine tasks to holistic, person-centred support
  3. Seeing real-world impact shifts perceptions of the industry


3. Shifting Career Priorities

(a) Impact Over Conventional Metrics

  1. Career satisfaction is not just about salary or work-life balance
  2. Meaning, contribution, and alignment with values matter
  3. Mindset plays a key role in shaping career choices


(b) Creating Impact with Your Skills

  1. Any role or skill set can be used to support meaningful causes
  2. Purpose-driven work is possible across different functions
  3. The key is intentional application of one’s strengths


4. Growing Interest and Confidence in the Sector

(a) Increased Openness to Social Service Careers

  1. Greater interest in exploring the social service industry
  2. More confidence in considering the sector as a viable career option
  3. Exposure reduces misconceptions and uncertainty


(b) Clarity Through Experience

  1. Firsthand insights help clarify career preferences
  2. Understanding the work culture and motivations of professionals supports informed decision-making


5. Core Mindset Takeaways

Three Key Reflections:

  1. Purpose - Choose paths that allow you to contribute meaningfully to society
  2. Openness - Stay curious about industries you may not have considered before
  3. Impact-Driven Thinking - Fulfilment comes from seeing how your work improves lives

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