Fostering Independence: Growing Up in Singapore’s Foster Care System

As a victim of domestic abuse with a childhood in multiple foster care homes, Elmira had no choice but to grow up quickly. Especially after spending some time roughing it out on the streets and a brief stay at Singapore Girls’ Home.
As told by SUTD students Syarifuddin, Sree Devi and Shivani, Elmira’s journey is one of a fiercely independent woman who found her own path to a better life despite being part of a vulnerable yet largely invisible community of youth in Singapore.
This story is part of RICE Media’s Storytellers initiative, a mentorship programme for budding content creators to learn about the art of creative non-fiction. In collaboration with Quantedge Foundation, scholarship recipients take on the lived experiences of disadvantaged youth in the hope that we, as a society, reflect on how we can enable every child or youth to access equal opportunities and thrive.
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[@joyce725]

I am a foster mother and saw your video. It is so inspiring and I just feel so very very proud of you. It’s such an incredible positive attitude for growth, such an aweome speaker, such a great spirit. ❤❤❤

[@elmirabatchelor5150]

Foremostly, thank you Ricemedia for this opportunity 🙏 I am eternally Grateful ❤️

[@supremesquirrelll]

Hope you're doing well friend! :)

[@elmirabatchelor5150]

SEN REE!! Haha what a way to connect!

[@supremesquirrelll]

@@elmirabatchelor5150 what a way indeed haha I am so so happy for you, continue to rock on Elmira!!

[@kaysocha]

Elmira is such a strong, intelligent, and well-spoken woman! Her story is truly inspiring... Wishing her all the best!!!

[@elmirabatchelor5150]

Thank you so much for such thoughtful and well intended wishes. 🙏 may the blessings be the same for you :)

[@helmiomar123]

Very strong lady 🫡.