a little less conversation, a little more action! how AWARE are you?!

Well, today I am going to discuss about the past issues that have been prominent in the Singapore news. That would be about the AWARE organisation that has been the headlines for many weeks. The Singapore government did mention that they would not wish to interfere in this issue, because it involves the committee and their members directly. My personal opinion is that AWARE is an organisation that caters to the women's needs regardless of race, religion and sexuality! For the fact that, the new exco storms into the scene and evicts the old guard out, isn't a very friendly gesture. There isn't a formal, or proper handover being done either. Besides, the new exco are driven by pro-christian values, and they imply the fact that they discriminate homosexuals and regard it as a 'sickness'. Doesn't this contracdict the focus of the organisation of helping women regardless of race, religion and sexuality.. Furthermore, would they advocate christian values through their counselling sessions, and use it on the women who seek help? I am not against any religion, but being an organisation, they should have a neutral approach to such matters. In 2007, the majority religion in singapore of 42.5% is buddhism. And 14.2% of christianity. So will the new exco draw a line for women of different religion? The old exco doesn't promote homosexuality. They merely rendered help to gay women who were in need. They counselled those who needed the emotional and mental support, taking no stand on whether it was right/wrong, or attempting to counsel them along the way to 'straighten' their thoughts which the new exco seems advocate. So does that imply promoting? so not promoting means, not helping them till they become straight women? haha, what a joke..seriously. Besides, they have not been transparent in lotsa their actions. From handling the funds, and taking over the organisation. Do they have other ulterior motives in hand? Maybe? I believe what has sparked the outrage done by the new exco, is the way the members are handling the situation. Their actions of locking out the old guards from the office, etc etc. Their actions and behavior speak loudly abt their personality which would dictate how they would run AWARE in the future. This is probably what many women won't want.

And...my eyes are yawing..me is so tired...i am turning in..nitez pple..and feel free to drop ya comments! =)