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Megan Khung abuse case: How can we fix the system that failed her?

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Child protection is tough. Those doing it need care, too

Caseloads are rising and social workers involved in child protection face burnouts at a time when there aren’t enough of them.
Caseloads are rising and social workers involved in child protection face burnouts at a time when there aren’t enough of them.

After Megan Khung: Family, abuse and the reckoning around child safety

Four-year-old Megan Khung died in February 2020.
Four-year-old Megan Khung died in February 2020.

Megan Khung’s death: Social workers say clearer agency roles will help in child abuse cases

The pre-school that Megan Khung had attended. An independent review panel has found a series of breaches by agencies in the handling of Megan's case.
The pre-school that Megan Khung had attended. An independent review panel has found a series of breaches by agencies in the handling of Megan's case.

5 key findings from report on Megan Khung’s death: Lapses by police, Child Protective Service found

Megan Khung died on Feb 22, 2020, after more than a year of horrific abuse by her mother and the woman’s then boyfriend.
Megan Khung died on Feb 22, 2020, after more than a year of horrific abuse by her mother and the woman’s then boyfriend.

Community Chest gave out more than $74m in 2024; over $13m went to mental health support

Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Social and Family Development Eric Chua speaking at the Community Chest’s annual award ceremony on Oct 8.
Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Social and Family Development Eric Chua speaking at the Community Chest’s annual award ceremony on Oct 8.

Wong Kim Hoh meets...

Former delinquent fights for a different future

SUSS’ new social work school will help strengthen sector to address complex issues: Desmond Lee

Education Minister Desmond Lee speaking at the official launch of SUSS's School of Social Work & Social Development at the Clementi campus on Sept 4.
Education Minister Desmond Lee speaking at the official launch of SUSS's School of Social Work & Social Development at the Clementi campus on Sept 4.

Social workers are essential for Singapore. So why don’t we treat them that way?

Social workers provide comforting “high touch” human care for complex social needs. It is a high calling that demands respect and appreciation, says the writer.
Social workers provide comforting “high touch” human care for complex social needs. It is a high calling that demands respect and appreciation, says the writer.

Supporters rally to free Alabama social worker detained by ICE

Giovanna Hernandez celebrates her 21st birthday at her home in Leeds, Alabama, U.S. September 27, 2022, in this picture obtained from social media. Dilan Hernandez/via REUTERS
Giovanna Hernandez celebrates her 21st birthday at her home in Leeds, Alabama, U.S. September 27, 2022, in this picture obtained from social media. Dilan Hernandez/via REUTERS

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