Singapore In the WorldSingapore In the WorldInternational Friendship Day
International Friendship DayInternational Friendship Day
Remind us of the importance of having good relationships with other countries
This also involved giving a hand to other countries that are afflicted with natural disasters
VideoJapan Earthquake Report
Think about it….Think about it….
◦How do you think some of the victims of this earthquake felt when it happened?
◦What kinds of aid do you think they would need after the earthquake happened?
Relief teams sent to JapanRelief teams sent to Japan
Relief supplies such as ready-to-eat porridge and water systems sent from Singapore
Both governmental and NGOs sent relief teams to help the victims such as searching for their lost ones and providing medical aid to those injured.
VideoJava Quake Relief
Minds-On – Minds-On – Complete your Complete your reflectionreflection
◦How can the relief teams help in providing on-site help to the victims of natural disasters?
◦What other things can the relief team do to help the victims of natural disasters rebuild their lives?
Trends in Singapore…Trends in Singapore…
According to Singapore Red Cross, there is an increasing trend of individuals who band together and going directly to disaster zones to help.◦Previously, only big organizations sent relief aid
For example…
Hearts-On – Complete your Hearts-On – Complete your reflection (Fancy Cards)reflection (Fancy Cards)If you were given the chance to send kindness
messages to the victims in Japan, what would you say? Write one message that you would convey to the victims.
ConclusionConclusion
Natural disasters are unpredictable.
We can do our part to help others who are afflicted by natural disasters◦one of which is to engage in humanitarian efforts that provides relief to victims of natural disasters
Hands-On – Complete Hands-On – Complete your reflectionyour reflection
What can I do to help countries that are afflicted with natural disasters?