The Global Institute for Shaping a Better Future—established by Teach For All—will host its first Better Future Forum in Singapore from May 12 to 14. Across three days, 200 leading educators, policy makers, researchers and student advocates representing over 50 countries will come together to exchange classroom and community insights and discuss strategies for global expansion.
Attendees include heads of national education authorities, delegates from multilateral bodies, civil society champions and student representatives. According to Cheryl Fernando, Director of the Global Institute for Shaping a Better Future, the forum’s approach centres on “practice-led learning,” connecting frontline teachers and local innovators with decision-makers who can scale proven solutions.
Confronted by swift shifts—from AI’s disruptive capabilities to growing geopolitical strains and widening educational disparities—the Better Future Forum seeks to spark cross-border cooperation. Organisers aim to drive a deep transformation in education systems, foregrounding methods and cultures that nurture students’ all-round growth.
Highlight sessions will unveil new studies on whole-child development and tackle urgent topics like responsible AI integration in teaching and learning. The forum will close with the Better Future Showcase, a TED-style segment where educators and student leaders will reveal pioneering initiatives and approaches already improving learning outcomes worldwide.
Confirmed speakers include Chua-Lim Yen Ching, former Deputy Director-General (Professional Development) at Singapore’s Ministry of Education; Wendy Kopp, co-founder and CEO of Teach For All; and Chloe Tong, co-founder of the ACE Team Foundation. Each will offer perspectives that blend strategic vision with frontline practice.
Overseeing the event is a Global Advisory Council composed of experts from The Brookings Institution, the OECD, Harvard Graduate School of Education, Ashoka, SEAMEO and Teach For India. By bringing together such varied expertise, the Better Future Forum aspires to elevate local innovations into global initiatives—ensuring every student is empowered to create a brighter tomorrow.
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Note: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Please consult licensed property agents or financial advisors in Malaysia before making any investment decisions.
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Malaysia’s property sector is driven by urban demand in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor and Penang, supported by government schemes such as PR1MA, interest rate moves by Bank Negara Malaysia and key infrastructure developments including MRT3 and LRT extensions. Performance of REITs listed on Bursa Malaysia further mirrors overall economic trends.
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Investors might consider rental residences, affordable housing projects, commercial properties and Bursa-listed REITs. With continuing urban migration and strong rental demand, a balanced portfolio of direct real estate and REIT holdings can help mitigate risk while tapping into growth potential.
