Singapore Human Resources Institute (SHRI)

08/10/2026

“𝗧𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗱 𝗺𝘆 𝗛𝗥 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿.

I was 16 when I first discovered what HR could mean.

I was a shy teenager working as a retail assistant at Marks & Spencer when I was transferred to a branch that meant getting home close to midnight.
I finally gathered the courage to speak to the HR manager.

𝗦𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗱. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗱.

Then she created a shift arrangement just for me so that I could continue working. I had expected a rule. Instead, I encountered someone willing to see the person behind the problem.

Decades later, I still carry that moment into every HR conversation.
It is why I listen before I advise, why I look for possibilities before I say no, and why sometimes, when circumstances call for it, I am willing to look beyond the rulebook to find a solution that works for the person in front of me.

That 16-year-old girl taught the HR professional I eventually became something I have never forgotten: people remember what it feels like to be heard.”

Aileen Goh
Senior Manager, HR
St Luke's ElderCare (SLEC)

❤️
𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗿𝗶𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗿 𝗯𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.
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06/10/2026

06/10/2026

06/10/2026

At the 19th Singapore HR Awards, we heard it!

In the applause for those whose work has made a difference. In the cheers from colleagues celebrating one another. In the conversations between old friends and new connections. And in the stories behind every recognition on stage.

The Sound of Heart Work.

Because behind every award is work that often happens quietly. The difficult conversations. The decisions that call for both courage and care. The moments when someone chooses to listen, advocate or simply be there.

That evening, we celebrated the achievements of our HR community, and the people who put their hearts into making workplaces and lives better.

To everyone who joined us, celebrated with us and brought the evening to life, thank you for bringing your heart. ❤️

Here are some moments from the night. We hope they bring back a little of what you heard, saw and felt with us.

05/10/2026

As organisations prepare for the implementation of the Workplace Fairness Act, it’s important to look beyond the legislation and understand how its principles apply in everyday workplace situations.

Organised by SHRI, Lifelong Learning SG, and Skills & Workforce Development Agency (SWDA), join us for Workplace Fairness Act in Practice - a practical masterclass to strengthen fair employment practices. As part of SkillsFuture Festival 2026, sign up for the masterclass at just $48 and save more than 60% off the usual.

Hear from Alvin Goh on what HR professionals and people managers can do to prepare for the changes ahead, from recognising discrimination risks to handling grievances and investigations.

📅 15 October 2026, Thursday
⏰ 2:00PM – 6:00PM
📍 Lifelong Learning Institute

Register here: https://pci.jotform.com/form/262661232060447

01/10/2026

Yesterday, the 19th Singapore HR Awards brought together HR professionals, leaders, and partners at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore for an evening celebrating excellence and recognising the contributions of the HR community.

This year, we recognised 147 winners across 10 award categories, celebrating the organisations and individuals whose dedication and achievements continue to shape the HR profession and make a difference in their workplaces.

The evening also marked the launch of our APAC Regional HR Competency Model, developed in partnership with Asia Pacific Federation of Human Resource Management (APFHRM) to strengthen HR capabilities across the region.

Another highlight was celebrating Aileen Tan, Group Chief People and Sustainability Officer of Singtel, as the recipient of the prestigious Georges Petitpas Award, presented by World Federation of People Management Associations (WFPMA).

Congratulations to all our award winners and special award recipients. Each achievement reflects a commitment to people and the meaningful work that goes into building better workplaces.

We would also like to thank our Guest-of-Honour, Minister of State Foo Cexiang, our sponsors, partners, judges and everyone who joined us in making the evening a memorable one.

View the full list of award winners here: https://shri.org.sg/hrawards2026/

Stay tuned as we share more photos from the evening.

26/09/2026

Happy HR Professionals Day! ❤️

Behind every people policy is a person.
Behind every workplace decision is a life it may affect.
And behind much of the work that keeps organisations moving are HR professionals making difficult decisions, creating opportunities, and supporting people through different seasons of their working lives.

Some of this work is visible. Much of it happens quietly.

Today, SHRI celebrates the HR professionals who continue to lead with judgement, courage, and care.

As we approach the 19th Singapore HR Awards, themed The Sound of Heart Work, we are reminded that HR goes beyond processes, programmes, and policies.

At its heart, ours is a profession about people.

To our HR community, thank you for your hard work. More importantly, we celebrate your Heart Work. ❤️