Leadership that is detached from the ground is fragile. Service keeps me rooted in reality.
At Terusan RC, I played badminton with migrant workers who labor 15 hours a day to build our city. The stereotype of them being "cold" shatteredinstantly—they were spontaneous, kind, and eagerness to teach us carrom.
The Realization: 16 men in one room. It was a stark contrast to my own life. True inclusivity means building bridges, not just acknowledging them from a distance.
Stepping onto the streets for Flag Day forced me past the fear of rejection. Advocating for the visually impaired isn't just about funds; it's about signaling to the community that everyone deserves to navigate our city with dignity.
Long before GDS, I led the Visually Impaired Friendly Canteen Project in secondary school. It was my first lesson in universal design: how physical spaces either include or exclude the marginalized.
The Legacy: This 4-year journey through Scouts and Student Council formed the foundation of the leader I am today.