• 12 DEC 2022

A Community Gathers to Talk About Childhood Trauma

Haley attended Our Better World’s community event in Singapore on the mental health topic of childhood trauma and shares her reflections on it.

• 16 DEC 2022

Spinning the Wheels of Change in Bali

They’ve been told that they were cursed, but for people with disabilities in Bali’s Cahaya Mutiara Ubud, life is a blessing.

• 18 JAN 2023

Ratni Chose a Wheelchair, and It Set Her Free

• 26 JAN 2023

A Better Prescription for Refugee Health in Malaysia

Klinik Amal Muhajir has a heart for refugees. These doctors make healthcare, which many refugees in Malaysia can’t afford, available and safe.

• 30 JAN 2023

How Early Trauma Changed a Teacher’s Approach to Education

With over two decades of experience as an educator, Emma Monk recalls the learning difficulties she had during school, owing to her own childhood trauma. Emma has since developed classroom strategies to help her nurture the potential in traumatised students, and she reflects on the need to train teachers to better support students with complex difficulties.

• 17 FEB 2023

Child Marriage: Far Cry from Happily Ever After

With a mission to end child exploitation in India, Aangan Trust is empowering women to lead the charge in their communities.

• 23 FEB 2023

Hard Core Scientist to Jungle Conservationist

• 02 MAR 2023

Celebrating Women Voices: A Conversation with Tan Hui Er

• 07 MAR 2023

Educate, Equip, Empower: Building a Safer World for Women

Women’s safety is not an isolated issue. It needs to be seen — and tackled — holistically.

• 13 MAR 2023

Where to Find Help and Resources for Sexual Violence or Harassment in Asia

If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence/harrasment in any form, this list provides some of the resources available in the region. OBW assumes no responsibility or liability for the professional ability or reputation of, or the quality of services provided by any providers or resources. Inclusion on this list is in no way an endorsement by OBW.

• 24 MAR 2023

Seeking Safety in a Home of Violence

Domestic violence is a big issue, but WCC Jombang renders help, safety and empowerment to women who need support.

• 18 APR 2023

Cut to connect

Hairdresser Lex Low’s journey in empowering and connecting with people through haircuts

• 20 APR 2023

Cafe Positive: Giving HIV+ Communities a Shot in Life

Cafe Positive aims to empower those with HIV through employment opportunities and to create an inclusive society in India.

• 15 MAY 2023

Pedalling for a Purpose in the Philippines

Communities in the Philippines show what it means to give in difficult times.

• 19 AUG 2020

Popsicle Shop by Day, and Shelter for the Homeless by Night

When a bakery and snack shop turns into a shelter for the homeless, an inspired community responds.

• 16 SEP 2020

BasuHero: When Help Doesn’t Go to Waste

Youths fundraise to provide food aid and PPE to waste collectors and their families in the Philippines during the pandemic.

• 22 APR 2020

#OpsRoofUp – A Lifeline to Others and Oneself

From struggle to strength, one Singaporean entrepreneur turns a personal crisis into public good during COVID-19.