Updates from Dignitea
Aug 2026
SQ 21 Book Launch, Singapore
Our Founder Rain Khoo’s personal life story was featured in an art-book SQ21, a compilation of stories from Singapore Queer Families in the 21st Century. It was launched in several installations across Proud Spaces, the Mandala Club and the Book Bar from July – Aug 2026.
Aug 2026
Special Olympics Asia Pacific Regional Athlete Congress 2026
Special Olympics is the world’s largest organisation for the inclusion of persons with intellectual and development disabilities. In Asia-Pacific, they reach 700,000 athletes. We designed this year’s Congress programme to enable their athlete leaders to achieve the bold vision of identifying the gaps in SDG 3,4 & 8, and giving voice to their recommendations of systemic issues of what needs to be fixed.
July 2026
Company of Good Award, Singapore
Dignitea was awarded as a Company of Good (3-Hearts) from the years 2026-2028 for our work in social impact. This is a national-level programme administered by the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre. The guest of honour for the commencement was Ms. Low Yen Ling, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth & Ministry of Trade and Industry.
July 2026
CoreNet, Singapore
CoreNet Global is the premier association for corporate real estate professionals, and the only one capable of convening the entire industry. We were part of their facilitating panel to deepen their practice of holding safe spaces for diversity to be supported in the industry.
June 2026
UNGCNS MSME Day 2026, Singapore
At the Un Global Compact Network Singapore’s MSME Day, Dignitea was one of the four speakers who debated whether corporate interventions are driving better outcomes for workplace gender equity.
March 2026
Singapore Leaders Network, Singapore
As part of the SGLN Launchpad Ignite Leadership Module, we delivered a full-day workshop on Leading with Cultural Flexibility. Participants engaged in experiential simulations and case studies to uncover how culture influences leadership, communication, decision-making, and more. The programme focused on building practical adaptation skills for inclusive, cross-cultural leadership.
September 2025
Dutch Chamber, Singapore
Our consultant Rain Khoo was appointed as a committee member of the Dutch Chamber’s People & Culture Committee. This committee is a hub for those passionate about topics such as talent development, mental well-being, inclusive leadership, cross-cultural collaboration, and purposeful work. Find out about their events here.
September 2025
Out & Equal APAC Forum
We were delighted to have spoken on creating inclusive workplaces for trans and non-binary colleagues at Out & Equal’s APAC online forum, titled Invisible No More: Amplifying Trans and Non-Binary Voices!
29 August 2025
Global Inclusion Summit, India
Dignitea was invited to conduct a masterclass entitled “Uncover, Uplift, Unite, Embracing Inclusion Beyond Bias” for the 3rd Global Inclusion Summit and Awards in Delhi, India. Link to media event coverage.
June 2025
Sharing at SMU
Dignitea participated in an experience sharing session at the Singapore Management University-Singapore Institute of Directors’ Director Accreditation Programme. The topic was on “Governing the Financial and Strategic Performance of Boards”.
28 June 2025
18th Cultural Talk for Diversity
We were invited to share and have a dialogue with a global group of inter-cultural enthusiasts regarding the transgender community.
25 June 2025
Fireside at DOW
We had a dialogue with employees at DOW in an in-person fireside at the intersection of mental wellness, disability and Pride. We spoke about overcoming personal barriers and the difficulty of balancing self and other interests.
3 June 2025
Training at Special Olympics Asia-Pacific
We worked with Special Olympics athletes, staff and volunteers to create this workshop for inclusive employment of persons with intellectual disabilities. We’re looking forward to seeing it rolled out in the region.
9 April 2025
Training at SPACE Entrepreneurship Bootcamp
We helped the SEA space industry entrepreneurs develop their inclusive team leadership skills so as to ensure growth acceleration.
10 January 2025
Unconscious Biases in India
Dignitea works on India – as the world’s most populous country, India has great potential for inclusion work. This year, we will conduct a series of Unconscious Bias workshops, understanding what biases come into play for regional differences, age and gender, and ways to mitigate biases, even when there are high power differences.
18 July 2024
Company of Good Award, Singapore
We were awarded with a “One Heart” as a Company of Good in Singapore! This is awarded by NVPC to recognise businesses which have activated their corporate purpose and give back to society.
31 May 2024
Training at Google APAC
We held space for the dynamic YouTube Team on LGBTQ+ inclusion at work. It could be described as serious fun with heartfelt sharing.
25 January 2024
DIELP Training at the Women’s Initiative Foundation
We had the delightful opportunity to collaborate with Olivier van Grembergen to conduct a Purpose and Leadership training for the mentors and mentees from the Women’s Initiative Foundation (WIF).
25 June 2025
General Assembly
General Assembly has an annual event – Made in Singapore, which spotlights local issues during the national day period. We were invited to be a panellist for “From Stereotypes to Strengths: Embracing Diversity and Inclusion in Singapore”, where we spoke about inclusive actions that SMEs can take, and what courageous leadership looks like in a diverse society.
28 June 2023
Training at WeWork
We had an allyship training for the startups at WeWork’s flagship location at Collyer Quay, with a bit of teaching, role plays and a panel discussion. This session was sponsored by WeWork, made possible by InclusivelyAsia.
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