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[Linklaters Social Impact Competition] Last chance to register your teams by 5 January 2026! Exciting cash prizes await the top winning teams!
Team Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/pfv7uGAQR7
Problem Statement & Rules: https://www.nussocialimpact.com/
For Competition Updates: https://t.me/LLSIC_AY25_26
To find like-minded Competition Teammates: https://t.me/+L7C9l1uK8zlkMzY1
For queries: [email protected]

🎬 Miss spaces like The Projector?
With the quiet disappearance of indie bookstores and local mamak shops – increasingly replaced by cookie-cutter megachain stores – many of us are asking: does Singapore’s heritage and cultural scene deserve a stronger comeback?

If that question hits home, this is your cue to do something about it.
Team up with fellow NUS students and take on this year’s Linklaters Social Impact Competition, where big ideas meet real-world impact.
🏆 Top 3 teams win attractive cash prizes (and bragging rights)
💡 Work on a live social challenge
🚀 Build solutions that matter beyond the classroom
👉 Form your team and register by 31 December 2025
🔍 Problem Statement & Rules: https://www.nussocialimpact.com/
📝 Team Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/pfv7uGAQR7

Don’t just mourn the loss of meaningful spaces – help shape what comes next for Singapore.

🎬 Miss spaces like The Projector?
With the quiet disappearance of indie bookstores and local mamak shops – increasingly replaced by cookie-cutter megachain stores – many of us are asking: does Singapore’s heritage and cultural scene deserve a stronger comeback?

If that question hits home, this is your cue to do something about it.
Team up with fellow NUS students and take on this year’s Linklaters Social Impact Competition, where big ideas meet real-world impact.
🏆 Top 3 teams win attractive cash prizes (and bragging rights)
💡 Work on a live social challenge
🚀 Build solutions that matter beyond the classroom
👉 Form your team and register by 31 December 2025
🔍 Problem Statement & Rules: https://www.nussocialimpact.com/
📝 Team Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/pfv7uGAQR7

Don’t just mourn the loss of meaningful spaces – help shape what comes next for Singapore.

[COMPETITION] The Linklaters Social Impact Competition AY2025–26 is now open for team registrations!

Sponsored by Linklaters, a leading global law firm committed to sustainability and social good, this NUS-wide competition challenges all full-time NUS undergraduates, Master’s, and JD students to team up across disciplines and design innovative, real-world solutions to complex ESG (Environmental, Social & Governance) issues. Exciting competition prizes await!

This year’s problem statement spotlights a unique theme:
🎯 “The Regeneration of Heritage and Culture in Singapore.”

Learn more and get started:
Problem Statement & Competition Rules: nussocialimpact.com
Team Registration (by 15 Dec 2025): https://forms.office.com/r/pfv7uGAQR7
Telegram Updates: t.me/LLSIC_AY25_26

Let’s shape a more sustainable, inclusive, and socially responsible future — one idea at a time.

The Linklaters Social Impact Competition AY2025-26 has officially kicked off! 🎉

Last Friday (31 October), NUS Law hosted the Kickstarter Event marking the launch of this year’s thought-provoking Problem Statement: “The Regeneration of Heritage and Culture in Singapore.”✨

Full-time NUS students from various faculties came together to explore the competition format and engage in a fascinating discussion led by Mdm Yueh-Siang Chang, Associate University Curator at the NUS Museum. Through her insightful presentation, Siang delved into how Singapore’s heritage intertwines with regional influences and shared her vision for a future where urban planning works hand in hand with the preservation and growth of our cultural landscape.

💡 Competition Highlights:
- Teams of 2–5 members (with at least 1 Law + 1 Non-Law student)
- Open to all full-time NUS undergraduates, master’s, and JD students
- Team Registration Deadline: 15 December 2025

Check out the problem statement and competition rules: nussocialimpact.com

The Centre for Pro Bono and Clinical Legal Education (CPBCLE) is proud to be a collaborating partner of this competition, generously sponsored by Linklaters.

Let’s reimagine how heritage and culture can thrive in modern Singapore — one idea at a time. 🌱

[Announcement] CPBCLE is pleased to announce the 3rd Linklaters Social Impact Competition, themed around the multidisciplinary nature of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) issues.

Sponsored by Linklaters, a leading multinational law firm committed to sustainability and social impact, this NUS-wide competition invites all full-time NUS Undergraduates, Masters, and JD students to collaborate across disciplines and craft innovative, real-world solutions to complex ESG challenges.

Kickstarter Event Details:

📅 Date: Friday, 31 October 2025
🕓 Time: 4.00pm – 5.30pm
📍 Venue: NUS Bukit Timah Campus
🔗 Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/JF3Tt0mh7B

Join us at the Kickstarter to gain a sneak preview of the competition and this year’s problem statement, and connect with Linklaters representatives who are passionate about driving ESG impact worldwide. Let’s shape a more sustainable and socially responsible future — one idea at a time. 🌱

[Spotlight] Empowering Change: NUS Students Tackle Plastic Pollution through the Linklaters Social Impact Competition

The top three winning teams from the AY2024/25 edition recently showcased their ideas and videos at a Linklaters Townhall on 24 September, engaging with Linklaters representatives in meaningful discussions about sustainability and shaping a better world ahead. Competition participants had taken on the pressing issue of plastic use and pollution, crafting actionable and interdisciplinary solutions tailored to Singapore’s context while drawing from international best practices. Beyond the competition itself, this initiative nurtures a spirit of social innovation and conscious leadership, bridging ideas with tangible impact.

The Linklaters Social Impact Competition is a collaborative initiative between Linklaters and the Centre for Pro Bono & Clinical Legal Education (CPBCLE) at NUS Law, designed to inspire NUS students to channel their analytical and creative strengths toward real-world ESG challenges.

Read more about the AY2024/25 Competition here: https://lnkd.in/g-XE6fcX

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How does an educator go from shaping minds in lecture halls to defending lives on death row? Discover how Assoc Prof Mervyn Cheong, Deputy Director of CPBCLE uses teaching, pro bono work, and personal conviction to build a life full of meaning. A must-read story of impact.
https://law.nus.edu.sg/media/from-lecture-hall-to-death-row-assoc-prof-mervyn-cheong-on-teaching-defending-and-living-a-life-of-meaning/

Missed attending the Linklaters Social Impact Competition AY2024/25 Finalé on 24 April 2025? Watch our highlights video and all finalist videos here! https://www.nussocialimpact.com/lsic-ay2024-25-final%C3%A9-event

Read about the competition here: https://law.nus.edu.sg/media/fighting-plastic-waste-at-heart-of-nus-law-social-impact-competition-with-winning-solution-based-on-circular-economy-innovation/

Finale Event The Linklaters Social Impact Competition is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for NUS students passionate about addressing social challenges and sustainability to come together to develop a unique and workable solution to a pressing eco-social challenge.

[NUS Law Pro Bono Grants] Applications are now open for Pro Bono Grant Funding for AY 2025/2026!
Application Deadline: Thursday, 31 July 2025
Application Form: https://forms.office.com/r/Y9rFy325t7
Interested students can join the Pro Bono Grant Application Clinics for Assistance on either 23 & 30 July 2025 (Wed), 10am to 11am.

Have an idea for a pro bono project and need some funding support from us? Submit a Pro Bono Grant application for AY2025/2026!
Application Deadline: Thursday, 31 July 2025
Who can apply: Current NUS Law students and recognised law student groups
Application Form: https://forms.office.com/r/Y9rFy325t7

Making Data Protection Personal — and Powerful! 🛡️ A big shout-out to our stellar NUS Law students for their fantastic work under the NUS-Rajah & Tann PDPA Compliance Project, where they partnered with Home for Good (HFG) to strengthen its Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) infrastructure.

Home for Good, a small but mighty group supporting foster parents in Singapore, shared this heartfelt testimonial:
"We appreciate the NUS Law Centre for Pro Bono and Clinical Legal Education's guidance and expertise in helping us understand and implement the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) guidelines. Their clear, practical advice and commitment to empowering charities like Home for Good, Singapore, with responsible data practices have been invaluable. This support has strengthened our data governance and affirmed our commitment to safeguarding personal information with integrity and care."

Kudos to our dedicated student team:
- Aaron Lai Wen Hao
- Ang Ing Zi
- Chin Zi Xuan Sharlene
- Ian Chia Qi Ze
- Man Rui Xin Leanne
- Matthew Ting Yuen Siew
- Michaela Oey Liang Qu
- Rae Ang Sze Wee
- Siew Wei Yee Sabela
- Teo Zhen Jie

This project is a shining example of how pro bono legal work empowers the organisations that uplift our communities — thank you to our students, faculty and partners for making this impact possible! 🙌

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Fighting plastic waste pollution with bold ideas! Check out how the NUS-wide Linklaters Social Impact Competition is driving real change. Dive into this year’s winning solution and get inspired to be part of the movement: https://law.nus.edu.sg/media/fighting-plastic-waste-at-heart-of-nus-law-social-impact-competition-with-winning-solution-based-on-circular-economy-innovation/