Musical celebrates five decades of APSN supporting people with special needs in Singapore.
Minister for Transport of Singapore Jeffrey Siow attended the musical The Wizard of Oz, organised by the Association for Persons with Special Needs (APSN) in celebration of the organisation’s 50th anniversary. The event showcased the talents of APSN students and highlighted the organisation’s work in supporting people with special needs to develop skills and achieve greater independence.
During the celebration, Minister Siow expressed his appreciation for the students who participated in the musical, commending their courage, enthusiasm and performances through singing and dancing. He also acknowledged the challenges of speaking before a large audience, noting that performing on stage could be equally demanding for the students.
Reflecting on the performances, Minister Siow shared his views on creating opportunities for people with special needs to contribute to society. He said, “Everyone has something to contribute when given the right opportunity. That is the Singapore I hope to help shape in the years ahead.”
APSN supports people with special needs by providing opportunities to develop practical skills that enable them to work and live more independently. Through its programmes and activities, the organisation works with students, families and educators to support individual development and participation in the community.
Minister Siow also acknowledged the contributions of APSN teachers, who support students throughout their development, as well as families who play an important role in helping them realise their potential.
The 50th anniversary celebration highlighted APSN’s longstanding work in supporting people with special needs in Singapore. The musical provided students with an opportunity to demonstrate their abilities through the performing arts, while recognising the role of educators and families in supporting their progress.
Congratulating the organisation on its anniversary, Minister Siow extended his appreciation to APSN for its work and to the teachers and families who continue to support its students.
Source: Jeffrey Siow（萧振祥）
