RESONATE Spotlight Series | Nature’s Role in Urban Well-being in Singapore
Join us for a deep dive into how the well-being and health of urban residents can benefit from contact with nature in their everyday life!
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Online
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Nature and Health Research in Singapore: An Overview
Prof. Tan Puay Yok
Nature Play for Children with Additional Needs
Prof. John Wong Chee Meng
Key Lessons from Urban Farming: Insights from an Interventional RCT
Prof. Cynthia Chen and Ms. Jocelin Lam
Nature Experiences, Connection, and Health: Evidence from Singapore
Dr. Rachel Oh
Nature’s Impact in a Densely Populated Tropical City-State
Dr. Angelia Sia
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- 1 hour
- Online
About this event
How does nature shape health in one of the world’s most densely populated tropical cities? In Singapore, where rapid urbanisation challenges daily contact with the natural world, integrating green into the grey is not just aesthetic—it’s essential. Regular exposure to urban nature has been linked to better physical and mental health, stronger social bonds, and improved quality of life. But without intentional planning, we risk an “extinction of experience”—a growing disconnect from nature.
This session explores how Singapore is tackling that challenge head-on. From rooftop farms to therapeutic gardens, we’ll hear how nature-based interventions are being designed and adapted to support well-being across diverse communities.
Co-organised by Dr. Angelia Sia (National Parks Board), Dr. Rachel Oh (UFZ/iDiv), and Ms. Jocelin Lam (NUS), the session features local examples of urban greening that make space for both biodiversity and belonging.
Reference: Sia, A., Tan, P. Y., & Er, K. B. H. (2023). The contributions of urban horticulture to cities’ liveability and resilience: Insights from Singapore. Plants, People, Planet. https://doi.org/10.1002/ppp3.10377
Frequently asked questions
Hosted by ISGlobal, the RESONATE Global Spotlight Series amplifies local voices and bold ideas in nature-based interventions. Each event highlights inspiring initiatives across continents, sharing real-world stories, challenges, and solutions.
This series is open to anyone curious about the power of nature to support health—whether you’re a researcher, practitioner, policymaker, student, activist, or community builder. If you're working at the intersection of health and environment, come join us!
Expect dynamic presentations, grounded case studies, honest discussions about challenges, and a chance to connect with a global network of people reimagining well-being through nature.
Yes! All sessions are free to attend—because we believe access to knowledge and community should be open and inclusive.
We’re always on the lookout for inspiring voices and local initiatives to feature. If you’re doing work in NBIs and would like to share your story, let us know—we’d love to hear from you! Reach out to resonate.spotlight@isglobal.org.
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