What does it mean to respond with care? At Nanyang Girls’ High School’s Career Fair, students explored this question through hands-on CPR training and ageing empathy simulations. These activities introduced them to basic emergency response skills and gave them insight into the physical and sensory challenges faced by seniors.

This outreach is part of our commitment to engaging students early and sparking awareness of healthcare and community care. By starting these conversations at a younger age, we hope to cultivate empathy, social responsibility, and an understanding of how care plays a vital role in society.

Beyond the skills practice, the experience encouraged students to reflect on ageing as a shared social responsibility. By stepping into the shoes of older adults, they began to understand how everyday actions such as offering help or showing patience can contribute to a more age-inclusive community.

Photo: Students trying out the ageing simulation activity at HMI Institute’s booth

What stood out most were their thoughtful questionsabout skills-based volunteerism, roles in community care, and how they could contribute meaningfully even as students. Their curiosity and compassion speak volumes about the potential of youth to drive change.

At HMI Institute, we believe that nurturing care and confidence starts early. By engaging the youths in meaningful, hands-on learning, we hope to foster a generation ready to lead with empathy and make a difference in their communities.