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Furthermore, at the 30th Anniversary Celebration, the In addition, two individuals, Professor Leo Tan
NYAA expressed its deep appreciation to benefactors, Wee Hin and Mr William Xavier, were awarded The
corporate and community partners, and individuals Distinguished Service Awards for their exceptional
for their unwavering support and contributions to our leadership and contributions.
national youth development endeavours.
The NYAA Council would like to thank President
Notable recipients of recognition included the Tote Halimah Yacob, the Deputy Prime Minister and
Board, bestowed the title of NYAA Life Benefactor and Coordinating Minister for Economic Policies, and the
Distinguished Partner; HSBC Singapore, recipient of Chairman of the NYAA Advisory Board, Mr Heng Swee
the NYAA Distinguished Benefactor Award; Stephen Keat, for their presence and support at the event. We
Riady Foundation, recipient of The Distinguished would also like to thank the NYAA Operating Partners,
Benefactor Award; Lee Foundation, honoured with supporters, and representatives of foreign missions
The Distinguished Partner Award; City Developments accredited to Singapore for their unwavering support
Limited, acknowledged with The Distinguished and significant contributions over the past three
Partner Award; and Far East Organization, recognised decades. The evening concluded on a high note,
as The Distinguished Partner Award recipient. leaving a lasting impression on our esteemed guests,
supporters, and partners.

Distinguished Partners Award Recipients with the President and DPM Heng Swee Keat.

NYAA JUNIOR PROGRAMME - THE BUTTERFLY AWARD

In 2020/2021, the NYAA conducted a successful trial of
the Junior Programme, known as The Butterfly Award,
in ten primary schools and uniformed organisations.

This programme aims to cultivate compassion
and graciousness in our children from a young
age, nurturing them into individuals who care for
themselves and extend help to those in need. By
instilling these values early in life, we aim to imbue
the next generation with a lasting sense of social
responsibility and civic-mindedness. When our
children receive the proper guidance, they will President launching the Butterfly Award.
naturally flourish into young adults equipped with
the willpower and confidence to overcome life’s
challenges.

Building on the tremendous success of the Junior
Programme pilot project, the NYAA officially
launched The Butterfly Award at the 30th Anniversary
Celebration, with President Halimah Yacob and
Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat officiating.
The programme will be implemented in all primary Representatives of the Butterfly Award pilot project with
schools in the first quarter 2023. President Halimah Yacob and DPM Heng Swee Keat.

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