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The Political Science Society of NUS (PSSOC) organised the inaugural edition of the Singapore Youth Policy Challenge (SYPC) at NUS University Town from the 21st to 22nd June 2025! The theme for SYPC 2025 was “Catalyst: Igniting Ideas, Crafting Futures.” Over two days, students from Junior Colleges, Polytechnics, and Universities across Singapore and abroad engaged in dynamic policy discussions and crafted innovative solutions to two key domains: (1) The Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Workplace 🦾 and (2) Accessibility and Inclusivity in Singapore’s Public Transport System. 🚇 We are honoured to have welcomed Minister of State for the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Digital Development & Information Ms Jasmin Lau, as our Guest-of-Honour and keynote speaker at the Closing Ceremony. Her insights on education and policy-making were truly inspiring. We would also like to thank our Policy Workshop Instructor, Dr Kai Xiang Kwa, PhD for conducting an insightful workshop that equipped participants with key policy analysis tools. 📊 A heartfelt thank you to all our judges for their generous support and invaluable guidance: • Quarter-Finals Judges: Mr Adrian Tan, Ms Susan S., Mr @Ong Hui Guan, Mr Andrew Tan, Mr Si-Rong Tan 陈思荣, Ms Angela Khoo, Mr Adam Basor • Semi-Finals Judges: Ms Vionna Lee, Ms Amalina Abdul Nasir, Mr Poh Wee Koon, Mr Kwang Kok Lim, Mr @James Tan, Ms Lynette Cheah • Finals Judges: Mr See-Kiong Ng, Ms Zhi Yu T., Associate Professor Ghim Ping Raymond Ong This event was led by the SYPC team, headed by Ms Crystal Laura Lau and Ms Ashley Hoong. We are immensely grateful to all our participants for their enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication. SYPC 2025 stands as a testament to the power of youth in shaping inclusive and future-ready policy solutions. 💫