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Total Defence Day 2009

Total Defence Day 2009. There is a part for everyone!. http://www.nemation.sg/nemationII_animation.aspx. Introduction. Introduced in 1984, the concept of Total Defence was adapted from Switzerland and Sweden. Why did we adopt it?

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Total Defence Day 2009

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  1. Total Defence Day 2009 • There is a part for everyone! http://www.nemation.sg/nemationII_animation.aspx

  2. Introduction • Introduced in 1984, the concept of Total Defence was adapted from Switzerland and Sweden. • Why did we adopt it? • Being young and small, we cannot afford to maintain a regular armed forces. • Wars are no longer limited to the battlefield. Instead, potential aggressors can strike in less obvious, non-military ways.

  3. Introduction • To help Singaporeans understand how they can be involved, Total Defence is divided into five aspects.

  4. What are the 5 aspects of Total defence? FIVE ASPECTS MilitaryDefence Civil Defence Economic Defence SocialDefence Psychological Defence

  5. Five aspects of Total Defence • Macro • The BIG picture • Micro • Your attitudes, actions & responsibilities

  6. MILITARY DEFENCEIS ABOUT… • Deterring aggression • Being operationally ready • Being able to meet all kinds of challenges

  7. MILITARY DEFENCE • Macro level -- The BIG picture • Commitment todefence spending • Enables the SAFtoequip and train itself

  8. MILITARY DEFENCE • Micro level -- Your attitudes, actions and responsibilities • For males…keep fitfor NS and take your training seriously • For females…be supportive! http://www.nemation.sg/nemationII_animation.aspx

  9. CIVIL DEFENCEIS ABOUT… • Knowing what to do during civil emergencies • Being vigilant and alert at all times

  10. CIVIL DEFENCE • Macro level -- The BIG picture • Provides for thesafety and basic needs of Singaporeans during emergencies and wartime • Role of theSingapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)

  11. CIVIL DEFENCE • Micro level -- Your attitudes, actions and responsibilities • Take part inCivil Defence exercises(e.g., water/food rationing, bomb shelter, public warning system) • Pick uplife-saving skills(e.g., fire-fighting, first aid, CPR)

  12. ECONOMIC DEFENCEIS ABOUT… • Staying relevant and competitive through rapid change and development • Putting in place robust economic systems that can continue to function in times of crisis.

  13. ECONOMICDEFENCE • Macro level -- The BIG picture • Stockpile essential items (e.g., food & water) & having a system to share resources between private & public sectors • Sound economic policies and a well-trained labour force

  14. ECONOMICDEFENCE • Micro level -- Your attitudes, actions and responsibilities • Lifelong learning • Continual skills upgrading

  15. SOCIAL DEFENCEIS ABOUT… • Singaporeans of all races and religions living and working together in harmony • Helping fellow Singaporeans

  16. SOCIAL DEFENCE • Macro level -- The BIG picture • Racial & religious tolerance • Equal opportunities for all • The spirit of volunteerism

  17. SOCIAL DEFENCE • Micro level -- Your attitudes, actions and responsibilities • Show tolerance and respect for one another’s cultures, religions & lifestyles • Show care &concern for the less fortunate

  18. PSYCHOLOGICAL DEFENCEIS ABOUT… • Having pride in, and being loyal and committed to our country • Having the will, resolve (determination) and resilience to overcome challenges

  19. PSYCHOLOGICAL DEFENCE • Macro level -- The BIG picture • Our loyalty & commitment to Singapore • Our confidence in Singapore’s future • Our will to stand up for our rights and defend what is ours

  20. PSYCHOLOGICAL DEFENCE • Micro level -- Your attitudes, actions and responsibilities • Your attachment to Singapore as home • Take pride in being a Singaporean • Know our history

  21. Key Message (Confidence) • To survive, we must see opportunities in challenges. • We should also give back to society and help Singaporeans who are less fortunate. http://www.nemation.sg/nemationII_animation.aspx

  22. Key Message (Confidence) • Though we are small we can soar if we are resourceful and have determination. • We must always hold our heads high with our “never-say-die” spirit.

  23. Key Message (Cohesion) • Every Singaporean has his/her own strength and area of expertise which can be used to complement the strength of others. • Together, Singaporeans can paint a beautiful future.

  24. Key Message (Cohesion) • We must stay united in a crisis to ensure our nation's continued survival. • Unity is strength.

  25. Key Message (Commitment) • We may each be different but we have common values that transcend our ethnic differences. • We are connected as one to achieve common goals for Singapore.

  26. Key Message (Commitment) • We cannot be complacent about the peace and security we enjoy today and must be committed to defending it.

  27. Total Defence • Everyone can play a part in TD • Each and every one of us is able to make a difference. • Always be ready to undertake any challenges and opportunity in our path. • We need to stay vigilant and not be complacent. • We need to be ready and prepared at all times. • Stay positive and turn challenges into opportunities.

  28. Conclusion • Hand-shaped-- Action, unity & completeness • House-shaped-- Singapore as homeland • Arrows pointing upwards-- Working towards progress & future of Singapore • Crescent & Stars, Red & White-- Nationhood There’s a Part for Everyone

  29. Total Defence Badge Lessons - Bronze Module - Sec 2s, Please note that Total Defence (Bronze) Module Test is schedule on: 10th Feb 09

  30. Total Defence Badge Lessons - Silver Module - Project-based assessment: Choose one activity from each aspect of Total Defence and compile a scrapbook.

  31. Psychological Defence • Compile 3 pictures/photos of our national symbols, accompanied by a short write-up of their significance /symbolism. • Compile 3 pictures/photos of our national landmarks, accompanied by a short write-up of their significance and history. • Design a 1-day tour itinerary for a heritage trail around Singapore [including a short description of each place]. • Design a 1-day tour itinerary for a heritage trail around Singapore [including a short description of each place].

  32. Social Defence • Compile a list of ‘dos’ & ‘don’ts’ for the customs of our ethnic groups [at least 3 ‘dos’ & ‘don’ts’ for each ethnic group chosen]. • Design a brochure introducing the major festivals of our ethnic groups. • Design a 1-day tour itinerary of the places of worship in Singapore [including a short description of each place and each religion represented].

  33. Economic Defence • Compile a set of 10 newspapers clippings highlighting the importance of skills upgrading/retraining and life-long learning. • Design a brochure highlighting any example of Singapore’s economic achievement. • Your school is organising a 1-day ‘Learning Camp’ to cultivate the spirit of lifelong learning among pupils, Develop a programme of activities for this camp. • Design a 1-day tour itinerary to places showing Singapore’s economic progress and development [including a short write-up on each place].

  34. Civil Defence • Design a poster highlighting basic fire safety /prevention measures. • Compile a list of your school’s nearest bomb shelters, their locations and the procedures for participation in a bomb shelter exercise. • Design a guide-book on basic first aid skills. • The Singapore Civil Defence Force is recruiting Civil Defence volunteers. Design a brochure to encourage people to volunteer.

  35. The guidebook should be designed to achieve the following objectives: [a] Explain to the target audience what Total Defence is and why it is significant. [b] Explain how every one can play a part in it. [c] Encourage the target audience to play a part in Total Defence. [d] Illustrate various ways that the target audience can make Total Defence part of their lives.

  36. Total Defence Day 2009 • There is a part for everyone! Done by: CI Jacquelyn Wan http://www.nexus.gov.sg/littlereddot/lrd4/ebook.html http://www.nemation.sg/nemationII_animation.aspx

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