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Pulau Ubin
is the island where my mom grew up on;
where my roots took hold.
This is our story.
The Writ of Ketupat Elections for 2026 has been issued—with Weaving Day for KE26 scheduled for Friday, 20th March.
Weave an informed decision by learning more about the parties and their candidates, as well as previous ketupat election results, here.
![UPDATE [19 Jun, 9pm]: REGISTRATION IS CLOSED as maximum capacity has been reached! Thank you for your support and I look forward to celebrating Ubin Day 2025 with you!
🌴 The annual WUJ Pesta Ubin Malay Kampung Heritage Tour is back for its 4th season! 🥳 Come celebrate Ubin Day 2025 with me and experience Pulau Ubin through the eyes of the Ubin Orang Pulau. 💛🌊
Discover why this rustic island still holds a special place in the hearts of its people. 🏝️✨
🗓️ Sat, 28 June 2025
⌚ 10am - 1pm
📍Pulau Ubin Assembly Area
🎟️ Registration is FREE — so jom, let’s go!
🔗 Link in bio!](https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/624626788_18065951324243429_4242198363359698846_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=100&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=EG-d-PxhkSUQ7kNvwFysWSw&_nc_oc=AdnzANkjuF-A-AuZ7xMCFjx9P3GN3MIshNTodASy-ofvBnz7pKaoxcMftlP16j8n6nU&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=c3UxMVYQjysAcTgKwpklpA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQGqytCUSdvBw5XBOJLcoRJwlTt2yia7eVIVVcM9Ca7bQv-WmAKFxihrzVJ38-ZLk86F0YRaT2vc&oh=00_AfsG6uS5Uj4Id4EF1znkhz8X9WNgEdMPIsk9NBQBe4G--g&oe=69A4B379)
![[UPDATE (2 May, 8pm): All slots for all dates have been sold out! Thank you for your overwhelmingly positive response! I look forward to showing you around, cheers!]
I'm delighted to announce that I'll be leading FOUR heritage tours in May as part of Singapore HeritageFest 2025! If you've been wanting to join me around Kampung Sungei Durian to learn about the intangible cultural heritage of the Ubin Orang Pulau community with me for some time, then here's four opportunities to do so, hehe!
🗓️ 10, 11, 17, 18 May 2025
⌚ 10 am - 11.30 am
📍Changi Point Ferry Terminal (51, Lor Bekukong, Singapore 499172)
More details and registration are found in the bio! These tours are supported by heritagesg and the National Heritage Board.](https://scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/620490269_17973287468995321_1096660204463434020_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=103&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=ay2cPjFSAj8Q7kNvwFyCGgR&_nc_oc=AdmwSarRPzRKw1AnrFWHfT6cNAPYJ5aM1DhelE5-apnO7e-gg1LBDU0BP3z8uBcxMUo&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=c3UxMVYQjysAcTgKwpklpA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQF9a18cmKlFMYZQux9zKtxa0UEl5EaRhBlVqdgEaMUuscfE5F94Svz8s_Bn3_KTawceCkkW-Qvz&oh=00_AftOk7BGlx2zFKZK6nQVjPxMHDS6s7ppUK7ysHbwE5p5Sg&oe=69A49C61)
![After 1.5 hours of weaving, Mak from the Ketupat Pasar Party (KPP) is elected, securing her third term with 57% of total ketupats weaved.
KE25 RESULT
Total ketupats weaved: 122
KBP: 52 (42.62%)
KPP: 70 (57.38%) [ELECTED]
Congratulations to Mak!](https://scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/621477931_17985562757779563_6541373562970758345_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=104&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiRkVFRC5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=GNyM0foNK9oQ7kNvwHY1WTW&_nc_oc=AdkWOwVbXqnofaislBQO9vN00Fxlk_yqXruLhrjBGAg-qBaXKR2vex937jfe7hd63eY&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=c3UxMVYQjysAcTgKwpklpA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQEGbtUwseyDOHXyzigOD3Rx4Jt4ps5bB-hU2nH9nkjVYSToCFyC3MPucUzNg2xXYZfA_TDS3ovf&oh=00_AftL7qbrCi8c5tsxRfqRC7v0xtDaYEYs--nheCe9os4ICQ&oe=69A4C9F6)
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Awards & Certificates
Oct 2025
President's Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards 2025—Certificate of Recognition
National Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre
Certificate of Recognition presented to Nor Syazwan Bin Abdul Majid, Finalist - People of Good (Open), in recognition of his dedication and inspiring contributions to the community.
Aug 2024
SUSS Spirit Award 2024
Singapore University of Social Sciences
The SUSS Spirit Award 2024 is awarded to Nor Syazwan Bin Abdul Majid for excellence in social change leadership for his advocacy of his Ubin Orang Pulau culture and heritage, and community empowerment.
Jul 2024
Singapore HeritageFest 2024
National Heritage Board
Certificate of Appreciation awarded to WUJ in appreciation of invaluable support for making the Singapore HeritageFest 2024 a success.
Jul 2022
"Hilang" Hero
Element Pictures, Mediacorp Suria
Certificate of Appreciation awarded to WUJ for efforts and commitment in conserving culture, heritage and traditions in Singapore.
Oct 2020
Municipal Services Awards 2020
Ministry of National Development
Awarded to WUJ under "Kawan Ubin" under the Community Category for the "Pesta Raya@Ubin" in 2019.
