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BEACON 2023 Speaker, Martin Tan
Martin Tan
CEO • The Majurity Trust
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PANEL DISCUSSION
Skills-based Volunteering and Driving Social Good through Advanced Technologies
Join us in person on 23 November 2024.
MARINA ONE WEST TOWER, SINGAPORE
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A gathering of Singapore's
largest ground-up community
on technology and social impact
Made for designers, developers, researchers, students, and anyone that wants to make a social impact through tech
10+ panel discussions & masterclasses

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Join us in person on 23 November 2024.

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All-in-access to the live event, panel discussions, masterclasses, and breakout sessions
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Meals and refreshments
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Awesome swag from better.sg and our sponsors
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A huge thank you from all of us at better.sg
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Early bird
S$20
S$10
Early bird tickets will be made available from
30 Sep 2024 to 1st Nov 2024
General admission
S$20
Perfect for the general public interested in tech for good.
Member price
$5
Specially for better.sg members (Sign up here).
For students, non-profits, and NSFs, please contact us at beacon@better.sg
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AGENDA

9:30 am
Registration Opens
10:00 am
Panel Discussion
OPENING SPEECH
Opening Remarks by better.sg
Dominic Soon
Founder better.sg
10:10 am
PANEL DISCUSSION
AI & Tech for Good: Social Impact and Humanitarian Applications
This panel explores the potential of artificial intelligence in addressing some of the world's most pressing social challenges. From enhancing disaster response and improving healthcare access to supporting vulnerable populations, AI-driven solutions are being applied to create meaningful and sustainable change. Hear real-world examples from non-profit leaders and technologists.
11:10 am
Breakout Sessions
12:10 pm
Lunch & Networking
1:10 pm
Speech
Panel Discussion
Guest of Honor
1:55 pm
Panel Discussion
PANEL DISCUSSION
Panel Discussion
Mental Health and Innovation
Mental health is a silent epidemic. What can technology contribute in solving this epidemic? The discussion will focus on how technology can be leveraged to make mental health support more accessible, personalised, and effective. Panelists will discuss real-world applications where case work meets cutting-edge innovation, offering a comprehensive view of how tech can shape the future of mental health care. The session will also address the ethical challenges and opportunities as we navigate this new frontier.
2:50 pm
Focused Talk
#1: Creating Better Accessibility for All
#2: Coming soon!
3:50 pm
Panel Discussion
Tea Break
4:10 pm
PANEL DISCUSSION
Panel Discussion
Community Building in Singapore: Fostering Equitable Networks Built on Trust and Technology
This panel brings together key figures in community development, including Nigel Teo, founder of goodhood.sg, Shannen from the Build for Good community, and Grace Chua, the founder of Friendzone.
They will discuss how technology can be harnessed to build equitable, trusted networks within Singapore’s diverse communities. The conversation will explore innovative approaches to fostering friendships, inclusivity, and trust in a digital age, offering insights into the future of community building in Singapore.
5:05 pm
Closing
Volunteer Appreciation & Closing Remarks
Lewis Liu
CEObetter.sg

SPONSORS

This event would not be possible without our sponsors, who are committed to use tech to amplify social impact.

OUR COMMITTEE

We like to thank our organizing committee for making this wonderful event possible.

Dominic Soon

Advisor

Rachel Kuo

Head of Programming

Lewis Liu

Head of Partnerships

Ray Wehn

Deputy Head of Partnerships

Jonathan Chia

Partnerships

Audrey Tim

Head of Marketing

Leow Gin Ee

Media and Sponsor Relations

Nithya Karthikeyan

Lead Editor

Pamela Cheng

Lead Designer

Hazel Hong

Head of Logistics

Wong Yoke Yong

Deputy Head of Logistics

Zack Hong

Designer

FAQ

What is BEACON?

BEACON is Better.sg’s flagship #techforgood conference, where we host the greatest minds in Singapore and invite everyone to come together to consolidate ways, ideas, and principles on how to launch, sustain, and incorporate tech4good projects into their work and lives.

In 2023, we organised our inaugural conference to gather changemakers and propel this movement forward. The event gathered about 500 changemakers to drive conversations on leveraging technology for social impact in Singapore. Our speakers included an array of leaders representing the non-profit and tech sectors, including CEOs of Carousell, The Majurity Trust, Homage, as well as leaders from GIVE.Asia, HERA Digital Health, and better.sg’s projects. You can watch the highlights here

What is better.sg?

Better.sg is a platform which brings volunteers together to explore how we could use technology to address social issues and empower non-profit organisations. Our mission is simple: to create a better Singapore through #techforgood.

Since Better.sg was founded in 2020, we have grown to a community with more than 2,300 volunteers. They include software developers, designers, data scientists, product managers, digital marketers, all of whom are committed to using their skillset to assist non-profit organisations and social causes.

When and where will BEACON take place?

BEACON will be held on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Marina One West Tower, Singapore.

Who should attend BEACON?

Anyone with a passion and vision to amplify social impact through technology. We believe in the power of communities, and the power of technology. If you’re a non-profit curious about how to streamline or scale your operations; if you’re a tech professional and you want to find out how your skills can contribute to something meaningful; if you’re a curious cat interested in the intersection between technology and social good, come join us!

For more enquiries, contact beacon@better.sg