23 March 2019

Pesta Ubin 2019 workshop

Pulau Ubin people had fun at a workshop specially for those organising activities for Pesta Ubin 2019!
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
About 60 people passionate about Pulau Ubin from 15 Organising Groups made time to attend the Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop. This is the third such workshop organised by NParks, and this year's theme is "Supporting Ubin businesses"


The workshop is specially for Organising Groups who are planning activities for Pesta Ubin 2019. It was a great opportunity to introduce the new team of youths who will be Community Coordinators for Pesta Ubin 2019!
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
Thanks to Minister Desmond for this wefie of the Community Coordinators

NParks also did a great presentation on the Ubin businesses, where they are located, what they offer and their operating hours.

This workshop aims to allow participants to get to know others passionate about Ubin and what they are offering for Pesta Ubin.
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019

To share ideas on how we can all improve Pesta Ubin together. Especially how our Pesta Ubin activities can help support the businesses and residents of Pulau Ubin.
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019

Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019

During the first breakout sessions, participants shared their experiences with Ubin businesses and discussed some of the challenges Ubin businesses might face.
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019

Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019

In the second session, participants discussed how our Pesta Ubin activities can involve and support Ubin businesses and residents.
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
At the end, each group did fun role play to illustrate their ideas and discussions! Such as, a van driver tour with hilarious commentary.
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
Fresh cooked food with delivery to hungry kayaking students.
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
Commentary in a kopi tiam.
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
Art by a social media influencer in an Ubin kopi tiam.
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
Guided tour by knowledgeable Ubin villager.
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
On a bumboat!
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
We had a great time doing and watching the role play.
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
The groups voted for the winning group and they got first choice of little gifts.
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
But everyone went home with a little gift.
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
Participants also voted on their choice for the Pesta Ubin 2019 logo. The selected logo is designed by Syazwan Majid and will be the Pesta Ubin 2019 badge for volunteers!
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
Thanks to all the participants for making it a fun evening!
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
Special thanks to all the facilitators and organisers of the workshop.
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
Special thanks to Minister Desmond Lee for his support and encouragement through all these years!
Pesta Ubin 2019 Workshop, 15 Mar 2019
See you all at Pesta Ubin 2019!

Check out the Pesta Ubin 2019 blog and facebook page for the latest updates.

More photos!

Minister Desmond Lee


Johnson Ong