Singapore has a well-established system of national awards to recognise those who have rendered valuable service to the nation. These honours cover contributions in fields such as public service, community work, the professions, business, the arts, sports and science.
We also recognise acts of exceptional bravery, including those by police officers and other public servants who put themselves at risk to protect others.
In the corporate sector, the practice of encouraging ground-up improvement is well established. Most companies maintain schemes to encourage employee participation and to recognise employees for contributions that improve efficiency, productivity, safety and work practices.
But what about the ordinary citizen who notices a problem, suggests a practical solution and follows through until something is done?
A resident may, for example, highlight a road-safety concern, suggest an improvement to a pedestrian crossing, identify a problem with a footpath or drain, or propose an enhancement to a park or public space. Some of these suggestions can lead to tangible improvements benefiting many other residents.
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