In October 2025, we were deligthed to return as guest speakers to the PPPM201 Environmental Policy class at the Singapore Management University - School of Social Sciences. Invited by Dr Jude H. Kurniawan, the session focused on connecting environmental policy theory with real-world circular economy practice. Through discussion and case examples from our work in schools and communities, students explored how policy frameworks translate into everyday decisions around consumption, waste reduction, and textile circularity. A key reflection from the session was that sustainability is not only about innovative solutions, but also about mindful choices — including opting for pre-loved items where possible. The exchange with both local and international students created a rich dialogue on how individual behaviour, institutions, and policy intersect. It once again highlighted how academic insight and practical implementation can strengthen one another in advancing circularity.

Go Green SG is a whole-of-nation movement led and coordinated by the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment to rally citizens, organisations and the community to take collective action towards a more environmentally sustainable Singapore. Since 2023, The Circular Classroom (TCC) has been actively participating in the movement and engaged several schools in hands-on learning and outreach programmes on sustainable consumption. This year's Go Green SG initiative will be special, given Singapore's the celebration of the country's 60th anniversary. The SMU-Students will advise and support TCC on the research, the conceptualisation and implementation of possible GO Green SG 2025/60 activities and the development of a sustainability mascot for The Circular Classroom. These activities will highlight how education & sustainability as two interconnected forces play(ed) a key role in Singapore's nation-building. The collaboration between SMU-X and TCC and the respective course starts in January and ends in April 2024."

Between August to November 2024 university term, we were again an Industry Partner for SMU-X, collaborating with the course "Teambuilding and Leadership" at the Lee Kong Chian School of Business. The students supported The Circular Classroom in identifying key partners from the government, business and the social sector to collaborate and create a larger social impact in the communities. With the objective of providing green job opportunities for marginalised groups and engage more citizens, employees and employers to actively contribute to the Singapore Green Plan 2030, the course goal was to establish strong networks and partnerships with like-minded organisations. These helped us to build up and strengthen an ecosystem that connects and drives the green economy with education.