What is it about?

An industry-focused exhibition around the growing conversation of work cultures grounded in care.

  • The inaugural edition zooms in on the creative industry, featuring stories from young creatives, a self-compassion audio guide, resource book table and dedicated fringe events.

  • Dates: 2, 16 Nov (Wed)

    Time: 8-10pm

    Venue: Alchemist, Design Orchard

    Concoct your own tea with the flowers and leaves provided and enjoy the exhibition while sipping your flavourful warm cup of tea.

  • Date: 6 Nov (Sun)

    Time: 8-9.30pm

    Venue: Alchemist, Design Orchard

    Have you ever given a presentation from a slide deck you've never seen?

    Be the one presenting this deck with your improv skills, or come by and watch others do it!

  • Dates: 4, 18 Nov (Fri)

    Time: 8-9.30pm

    Venue: Alchemist, Design Orchard

    Sign up as a creative, and get matched with another creative on this special evening.

  • Emergency Self-Care Kit Assembly

    Venue: Youth Park

    Assemble your own self-care kit for emergency stress periods. Materials provided.

  • The Self Compassion Lab is organised by Artwave and powered by National Youth Council as part of Somerfest - an initiative of the Realise Your Somerset Project aiming to enrich the Somerset Belt.

Accessibility Features:

  • Singapore Sign Language Interpretation (SgSL) and Closed-Captioning for the Audio Reflective Guide.

  • Audio Description (Recording and Text) available at each station.

  • Wheelchair accessible venue with accessible toilets right beside cafe.

  • Lab sitters to assist with further access requirements

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