Straits Times E-Forum Reflection

Week 6 (9th March)

Article: “Help for single mums in downturn” – ‘Main’ Section (Pg A4-5)

Question 1:
What project was launched to help single mums? Briefly explain what is this project about?

-The project was "WeCare for U".It aims to reach out to divorces, widows and other single mothers who not only have a tougher time juggling work and family, but find it hard to get help, said Madam Suseela Singaram, a union leader and key driver of the project.

Question 2:
Imagine you come across a single mum who is unemployed, what are some advice you can give her? Who can she turn to?

-I could tell her to be a housewife which is much easier than working. She can turned to the program thyat was launched.