Citizens, Conversations & Collaborations
Chronicles of the Citizens’ Consultative Committee

The Citizens’ Consultative Committee (CCC) is a people’s movement that grew out of a time of tumultuous political change and social upheaval.  Formed as goodwill committees, the CCCs play vital roles in maintaining good race relations, improving the lives of residents and act as a bridge between the government and the people.  This book tells the story of the CCCs, through the eyes of top policy makers and grassroots leaders who served in the CCCs over the years.

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Chingay – Singapore on Parade

Chingay Parade celebrated its 35th anniversary in 2007.  To mark the occasion, a commemorative book entitled Chingay – Singapore on Parade was published. Read more on how this simple procession morphed into a world-class multicultural festival that celebrates diversity yet remain united as one nation. Trace the history of Chingay up till today in this colourful 157-page hard cover photo book at $35.

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Women's Executive Committees Celebrate their 40th Anniversary

The Women Executive Committees (WECs) celebrated their 40th anniversary in 2007. To commemorate this occasion, a book entitled Women Empowering Community – Commemorating 40 Years of Singapore Women in Grassroots was published.  This book also charts the milestones of WECs and showcases the commitments and achievements made by these women grassroots leaders.  WECs play an important role in encouraging women to contribute to the community and Singapore’s society.

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Although only 369 hectares in size, Bishan houses many facilities, from educational institutes such as Raffles Institution to community service groups such as the Salvation Army. I Love Bishan tells readers everything they need to know about Bishan – the history, the facilities, the residents and the kampong spirit of Bishan.

The Bukit Batok Community Club Official Opening Souvenir Magazine was published to celebrate the official opening of Bukit Batok Community Club in 1993. In this publication, one can read about Bukit Batok’s past and present and the different activities and services offered by the CC.

In another publication titled Bukit Batok My Home, one can find out more on the facilities, services and activities offered in the estate which aim to benefit and help its residents. It also features stories on selected famous people who live in the estate including radio deejay, Anna Lim and Dr Ong Chit Chung, Member of Parliament for Bukit Batok.

Once a land of coconut plantations, Joo Chiat has transformed into a community where tradition and modernity thrive. Named after businessman Chew Joo Chiat, the area now houses many historical architecture, famous food stalls, and cultural and religious practices. Find out more about Joo Chiat’s colourful past, changing landscape, diverse community and distinctive sense of identity in the book titled Joo Chiat –A Living Legacy. Also read up more on the architecture, food, people and culture of Joo Chiat from this book.

The Realisation of a Dream was published by the Kampong Glam Citizen’s Consultative Committee (CCC) to commemorate its 40th Anniversary in 2005. This book tells the story of Kampong Glam – how the district transformed from its relatively rundown state to one that is filled with vibrancy. It includes how the first settlement began, how Kampong Glam played a part in nation building back in the 60s and 70s, what was done to bond the people living in Kampong Glam in the 80s and how the CCC dealt with the changing times and needs in the 90s and the new millennium.