Focus on positive contributions

Today Online - Monday • April 27, 2009

Letter from Galen Yeo

While the Press is having a field day with the Aware saga, one vital thing remains overlooked: the accomplishments of the organisation.

Ironically, while Singaporeans are more aware about Aware's name than ever before, they are none the wiser for its actual work in society.

Instead, all we read about are its alleged social transgressions, and other issues which have arisen from this episode.

Reducing Aware's contributions over the years to its debated pro-lesbian stance obscures the actual progress that it has made.

All the dirty laundry has been aired. But none of the positive aspects of Aware have come to light.

Instead of focusing on the hoopla, the Press has some responsibility to convey this accurately.

It also goes without saying that the new Exco should have at least highlighted the organisation’s past achievements as well, instead of treating the whole affair as an hostile corporate takeover.

I for one, would like to know more.