Social Entrepreneurship
Elevating social consciousness and creating sustainable impact
Catalysing social change
We believe that each generation faces its own unique challenges in driving social change.
To address these changing concerns, the Dr Richard K M Eu – SIM Social Entrepreneurship Centre (RESSEC) was launched as a joint partnership between SIM and Dr. Richard K M Eu's family to nurture social entrepreneurs and support social service agencies to make positive and sustainable impact.
Dr. Eu, who was SIM's Founding Chairman from 1964 to 1996, strongly believed in social entrepreneurship. RESSEC was formed in honour of his legacy.
Supported by a SGD6 million donation from the Eu family and an additional SGD2 million from SIM, RESSEC is dedicated to grow the social service sector in 草榴社区 by equipping the next generation to tackle social and environmental challenges in our shores and beyond.
Guided by the Chinese proverb "十年树木，百年树人", meaning 'It takes ten years to grow trees, but a hundred years to cultivate people', RESSEC is dedicated to developing social entrepreneurs. Our programmes foster innovative thinking, ethical leadership, and sustainable practices, empowering leaders for lifelong community impact.
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We are delighted to partner with SIM to launch
the Dr Richard K M Eu – SIM Social Entrepreneurship Centre (RESSEC) in his centenary year. The Centre aspires to continue his legacy as the Founding Chairman of SIM by nurturing social entrepreneurship to create positive impact for the communities that they serve.
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the Dr Richard K M Eu – SIM Social Entrepreneurship Centre (RESSEC) in his centenary year. The Centre aspires to continue his legacy as the Founding Chairman of SIM by nurturing social entrepreneurship to create positive impact for the communities that they serve.
Mr Jonathan Eu
Grandson of Dr Richard K M Eu
Specialist Diploma in Social Entrepreneurship programme
Specialist Diploma in Social Entrepreneurship programme
RESSEC also offers postgraduate and professional development courses including a bespoke Specialist Diploma in Social Entrepreneurship (SDSE).
Developed by the SIM Academic Team with validation from 11 experts in the social service industry to ensure that the curriculum equips learners with the skills to meet the unique challenges of the industry and contribute meaningfully and effectively to the sector.
Supporting compassionate learners
A total of 12 bursaries, each worth $10,000, to be awarded to deserving SIM students.
18 scholarships valued at $15,000 each are also available to students under the Specialist Diploma in Social Entrepreneurship programme.
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