CDAC, MENDAKI, SINDA, EA

Strings of Unity
2025
Mixed Media
92 × 92cm
Collection of Chinese Development Assistance Council (CDAC), Eurasian Association (EA), Singapore Indian Development Association (SINDA), and Yayasan MENDAKI

Strings of Unity is a string art installation created by children from four Self-Help Groups (SHGs) representing Singapore’s different ethnic communities. This artwork symbolises the importance of bridging communities across diverse groups. The tree’s roots represent Singapore’s strong foundation, while its vibrant leaves reflect the many races and cultures that make up the nation—growing together in mutual support.

Through the collaborative process of making this artwork, children from the various Self-Help groups worked together—forming friendships, building bonds, and learning the value of teamwork. Each string they placed is a thread of shared purpose, weaving a collective story of unity, hope, and belonging as we look towards Singapore’s future.

Community Artists (Children, Youths):

Afrah Mohamed Ismail, Ang Rui Min Alvina, Ayden Ihsan, Bong Zhi Yi, Cai Wenhan Eszo, Cai Wenjin Eser, Camael Chan Yu Shun, Chua Xiao Ao Abnerthy, Chua Xiao Ke Abarrane, Daniyal, Annvia Goh Xue Xi, Hani Imani, Hannah ilyana, Kristal Ho Zi Yuan, Kristina Ho Zi Xuan, Husniyah Ifza, Huzaimah Ifza, Khalish Rayhan, Kung Xin'er, Liew Franchezca Jane Soreno, Lim Shi Ting Eunice, Lim Zi Xuan Jolina, Jayden Lin Jia Le, Jerry Lin Shi Rui, Low Ai Xun, Low Yu Chong, Marvin Dave Lye Xue Jie, Mahendran Keerthi Sri, Mahendran Shreethi, Mohamad Aaqil bin Abdul Jabbar, Muhammad Fairooz Sameem, Ng Wei Le Bryan, Ngoo Zhe Dong, Ngoo Zhe Ming, Nur Kaiyishah Binte Mahathir, Nurul Asyiqin, Nurul Asyirin, Lucas Ong Jun Rong, Peh Jia Jun, Raynaa Gunaselan, Sameer Pandey, Jasper Seang Quan Feng, Jolecia Seang Shi Qi, Shangika Roy Nixon, Shazana Sameem, Shivana d/o Sivamaran, Shivani d/o Sivamaran, Soh Chin Ning, Soh Yu En Shalet, Teng Junwen Jarrell, Teoh Yuan Shan, Vicky Wong Sze Kei, Joseph Yap Zi Jun, Pearl Zheng Jiayu