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SOCIAL SERVICE JOURNAL

The Social Service Journal was a bi-monthly publication of the National Council of Social Service and the Social Service Training Institute. It served as a communication platform for VWO board members and professional staff on social service trends, governance and management standards, best practices, organisational capacity building and latest developments in the sector.

The last issue of Social Service Journal was in Dec 2007.
Please find below the past issues for your reading pleasure.

Sep 2007 - Dec 2007 (final issue)

Contents:
AEPS - A Linked System Approach to Effective Intervention for Infants and Young Children
Abstract of Research Article:
Well-being Programming for People with Dementia in Day Care Centres in Singapore and Australia
Gallup Article - The Impact of Positive Leadership
Managing for Outcomes: Milestone Contracting in Oklahoma (2001)
Governance: Profits vs NonProfits

 

Jun 2007 - Aug 2007

Contents:
Encouraging Service Learning in Community Work
Abstract of Research Article:
Runaway Youths - Their Motivation, Demographics, Resources and Awareness
School Bullying Among Secondary School Students in Singapore
Risk-Management and Non-Profit Organisations
Creativity and Learning

 

Apr 2007 - May 2007

Contents:
A Constructive Relationship between the Workplace and the Family
Abstract of Research Article:
Stress - The Source, The Signs, The Suggestions
A Study on Caregivers of Adults with Cerebral Palsy - The Positive Side to Caring
The Big Impact of Small Interactions
Service Innovation and Non-Profits: Identifying that Knock-out Idea

 

Feb 2007 - Mar 2007

Contents:
Caregiving for Older Persons in Singapore: Trends, Issues and Policies
Abstract of Research Article: Counselling Professionals in Social Service Setting: Profile, Practice and Preparation
How to Create and Lead a Successful Team in Your Organisation
Overcoming Barriers to Creativity in Non-profit Organisations

 

Dec 2006 - Jan 2007

Contents:
Outcome-Oriented Practice in School Social Work
Creativity Needed in Non-Profits?
Exploring and Defining the Creative Arts Therapies
How 'Old' is your VWO? Book Review
Know Your Law - Q & A

 

Oct-Nov 2006

Contents:
Working with Abused Children - A Child-Centred Approach
Issues Faced by Teenagers and Help Them Cope
Out-of-School Youth in Singapore - Study by SANA in Collaboration with SCS
The Need for Strategic Thinking - To Move from Mere Existence to Distinct Relevance
Know Your Law - Q & A

 

Aug-Sep 2006

Contents:
Board Assessment - Why Bother?
Outcome Funding - A New Approach to Targeted Grantmaking
New IPC Standards from 1 July 2006
Celebrating a Decade of Commitment to Children's Rights in Singapore
Help-Seeking Behaviour of low-income families in aFamily Service Centre setting

 

Jun-Jul 2006

Contents:
Legal Liabilities of Voluntary Welfare Organisations and their Boards
Shift in the Asian Population Iceberg: the Last 50 Years and Next
Systemically Speaking - Re-Examining the Malay Dilemma in Divorces
Walking Towards 'Work Readiness' - TM Inc.'s Experience

 

Apr-May 2006

Contents:
Understanding Early Childhood Development & Its Implications on Early Interventions
Embracing Change: An Interview with Tony Buzan
Are We There Yet? The Board's Role in Evaluating Mission Achievement
Signs of a Board in Trouble
Reflections on the Book "I am Human, not Alien"

 

Feb-Mar 2006

Contents:
"To SOX or not to SOX" - That is the Question for Non-profits
Grooming Volunteer Leaders
Sexual Activities in Youth: Vulnerability, Perception and Values

 

Dec-Jan 2006

Contents:
Building Resilience of Family Caregivers
Re-inventing the Future: The Role of Philanthropic Foundations
The Leadership I-Factor Journey

 

Oct-Nov 2005

Contents:
Governance & Management of VWOs: Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Issues
The Source: Twelve Principles of Governance That Power Exceptional Boards
Outcome Thinking: The New World Order

 

Aug-Sep 2005

Contents:
Guiding the Exposed Gen Y - Importance of Parental Engagement On Use of IT
Small Steps to a Giant Leap: The Specialised Assistive Technology Centre
Sathya Sai Social Strategic Planning Consultancy Experience

 

Jun-Jul 2005

Contents:
Parenting Styles & Adolescents’ Adjustment to Self-Perception & Relationships
Stepfamilies - Breaking the Myths & Moving On
Aging - Asset or Liability?

 

Apr-May 2005

Contents:
Evidence-based Practices for People with Severe Mental Illnesses
Interview with Dr Charles Figley on Psychological Support for Tsunami Victims
Tips and Tools for an Effective Fundraising Communication Plan

 

Feb-Mar 2005

Contents:
Getting Old and Brain Gymnastics
Learning Points from Husita7
The Monash University & SSTI Partnership in Bachelor of Social Work

 

Dec 2004 - Jan 2005

Contents:
What Grant Makers Really Want
Balanced Scorecard for Government and Nonprofit Agencies
What's Wrong or What's Missing - The Solution-Oriented Approach to Problem-Solving

 

Oct-Nov 2004

Contents:
Community Building in Asean's Social Sector
Effective Capacity Building in Nonprofit Organisations
Insights from Students Care Service's HR Consultancy Experience

 

Aug-Sep 2004

Contents:
The Quest for Organisational Excellence
Conceptual Developments in Quality of Life for People with an Intellectual Disability
Employment Predicament of People with Disability

 

Jun-Jul 2004

Contents:
Hubbing for Better Service Delivery
Branding the Non-profit
Placement and Educational Provision for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder

 

Apr-May 2004

Contents:
Outcome Funding: The Move Towards Social Investment
Built Environment for All: Design and Value
Planning for Fundraising Success

 

Feb-Mar 2004

Highlights:
Potential Risks Facing VWOs and the Protection Available
Building a Platform for Volunteers
Neurofeedback: An Emerging Tool for Social Workers, Counsellors and Therapists

 

Oct-Dec 2003

Highlights:
Social Enterprises - Forging the Business of Social Change
Entrepreneurship and Social Endeavours in Singapore
Setting the Stage for Organisational Survival and Renewal
Counselling: Development and Challenges

 

Jul-Sep 2003

Highlights:
Paving the Way for Enhanced VWO Governance and Management
Board Members' Reflection on their Governance Roles

 
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