SINGAPORE, Sept. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In a community-driven initiative titled Inclunema: A Sensory-Friendly Movie Experience, the Lions Club of Singapore Lotusia partnered with MINDS Raintree Special Student Care Centre (SSCC) to bring 15 children aged 7 to 18 with intellectual disabilities on a meaningful cinema outing held on 11 September 2025.
The event was held at EaglesWings Cinematics at KAP Mall. The theatre was specially adapted for the occasion with reduced audio, softened lighting, and a relaxed seating environment tailored to the children's sensory needs. Each child was accompanied by a volunteer from the Lions Club of Singapore Lotusia throughout the experience, which included a movie screening of an animated film and a hosted lunch at Carl's Jr Singapore.
"This outing is about walking the talk, so every child feels included and valued," said Jacob Tao, President of the Lions Club of Singapore Lotusia and Co-CEO of Lotusia Group.
The event reflects the club's mission to embed structured, inclusive and values-based philanthropy within Singapore's evolving social fabric. Established in 2023 under the charter of Lions Clubs International, the world's largest volunteer service organisation, the Lions Club of Singapore Lotusia is uniquely positioned at the intersection of business, social responsibility and community service. The club is supported by Lotusia Group, a Singapore-based consultancy that helps businesses go global through cross-border strategy and compliance solutions.
The event was made possible through the collective support of several partners. Special thanks go to Mr. Xie Wenfei, a fellow Lions Club member, for his sponsorship and support. Appreciation is also extended to Carl's Jr Singapore, a quality-driven burger brand known for its juicy, made-to-order offerings and signature chargrilled flavour. Thanks also go EagleWings Cinematics, a boutique cinema at KAP Mall, for helping to create a safe and welcoming experience for the children.
The participating children are supported by MINDS Raintree SSCC, a before-and-after-school care centre for students from Special Education Schools. The programme offers structured learning and social engagement while providing respite for caregivers.
For many of the children, Inclunema was their first time experiencing a movie outing designed entirely around their needs. Some clapped and swayed to the music during the film, other lit up with smiles as they engaged with their buddies over lunch. Simple moments like high-fives, laughter or just sitting side by side became small celebrations of connection and trust. For the volunteers and caregivers, it was a day filled with joy, connection, and a shared sense of purpose.
Singapore has made steady progress in supporting persons with intellectual disabilities through education pathways and family services. However, inclusive experiences like this, where children are not just accommodated, but welcomed and celebrated, remain rare. Incluenma serves as a reminder that inclusion is not only about policies, but about creating shared human experiences that allow everyone to belong.
The Lions Club of Singapore Lotusia will continue working with partners across the public, private and non-profit sectors to co-create more inclusive initiatives that foster connection and make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve.
About Lotusia Group
Headquartered in Singapore, Lotusia Group supports high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and businesses across Asia in navigating international growth. With a regional footprint spanning major Asian business hubs including Singapore, Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Tokyo and Bangkok. The group specializes in global expansion, investment migration and cross-border business structuring.
By integrating tailored overseas landing services with end-to-end execution, Lotusia Group ensures clients experience a seamless journey across company setup, relocation, and operational compliance.
About MINDS
MINDS has been caring for Persons with Intellectual Disability (PWIDs) and their families since 1962. Grounded in the belief that all PWIDs have innate abilities and talents, MINDS is committed to empowering them and enhancing their quality of life, while advocating for greater inclusivity for PWIDs as a nation. Today, MINDS is one of the largest charities in Singapore, serving more than 9,000 PWIDs and caregivers.
For media enquiries or collaboration opportunities, please contact:
Shermin Chen
Head of Marketing, Lotusia Group
shermin@lotusia.com.sg
+65 9762 7783
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Lions Club of Singapore Lotusia partnered with MINDS to bring inclusive cinema experience to 15 children with intellectual disabilities
Lions Club of Singapore Lotusia partnered with MINDS to bring inclusive cinema experience to 15 children with intellectual disabilities
HONG KONG, Jan. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Organized by the Innovative Entrepreneur Association ("IEA") and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency ("CCIDA"), the Design Licensing and Business (DLAB) Support Scheme held its 7th edition's Kick-Off Ceremony today at the United Centre in Admiralty, announcing the 39 selected local design companies for the 7th DLAB Support Scheme. These companies span a wide range of creative sectors and represent the new generation of Hong Kong's design talent. Through the scheme, they will receive training, professional consultancy, and business matching opportunities to further expand their brand licensing potential.
The organiser is honoured to have Miss. Yvonne IP Man Yee, Assistant Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries, as the Guest of Honour and to give a speech. She was joined by Mr. Zacharias CHENG, President of IEA, Ms. Cherrie CHONG, former President of IEA, Mr Cyril CHEUNG, Vice President of IEA and Ellen MOK, General Secretary of IEA, to officiate at the launch ceremony. Guests and representatives from the 39 selected companies gathered for a group photo, marking a vibrant and celebratory moment. The event also featured a keynote sharing by Mr. Samuel CHOY, General Manager of Bliss Concept Ltd, who explored the latest trends in design licensing. In addition, the alumni of previous DLAB cohorts shared their success stories, offering valuable inspiration and practical insights to this year's participants.
Since the 1st edition, DLAB has successfully supported over 300 local design companies, driving the development of Hong Kong's design licensing industry. The scheme provides professional training in marketing, brand building, and business operations, along with professional consultancy and business matching services, helping enterprises seize licensing opportunities and expand into the Chinese Mainland and international markets.
For its 7th edition this year, the scheme offers two application categories:
- Category 1: Companies established for no more than 6 years (between November 6, 2019, and November 5, 2025), primarily engaged in design or licensing, with IP launched for no more than 6 years. Applicants must have full ownership of the IP rights of the creative content, such as original character designs, pattern designs, illustrations, etc.
- Category 2: Companies established for 6 to 12 years (between November 6, 2013 and November 5, 2025), with IP launched for no more than 6 years. Applicants must have full ownership of the IP rights of the creative content, such as original character designs, pattern designs, illustrations, etc.
Selected companies will have their participation in the late-January 2026 Greater Bay Area Study Mission fully subsidised, strengthening ties with Mainland enterprises and exploring the market potential. In addition, they will also enjoy a preferential booth at a special rate of HK$4,000 for first-time DLAB participants and HK$6,000 for returning companies – to showcase at the DLAB Hong Kong Pavilion of the Hong Kong International Licensing Show 2026, held from April 27 to 29, 2026. They will present their creative achievements alongside over 600 international and local IPs, further enhancing Hong Kong design's global visibility.
Mr. Zacharias CHENG, President of IEA, stated at the launch ceremony, "DLAB has now reached its seventh edition, witnessing the continuous growth of Hong Kong's design industry. This year, for the first time, we are proud to announce the 39 selected companies, representing a new generation of creative power. Through training, exchange opportunities, and exhibition platforms, we hope these brands will go further, connect seamlessly with international markets, and showcase Hong Kong's spirit of originality to a
broader global stage".
For more details of the 7th DLAB, please visit www.dlabhk.com.
About Innovative Entrepreneur Association (IEA)
Innovative Entrepreneur Association is a non-profit making organisation, with the aim to foster the spirit of "Innovative Entrepreneurship" in Hong Kong, the Mainland and all over the world. With the cooperation with the government and other organisations, IEA helps the start-up companies acquire more experience and strategies in order to enhance their competitiveness. IEA always strives to promote Hong Kong as world-leading "Creative and Entrepreneurial Capital".
Website: http://www.iea.org.hk.
DLAB Logo
There are four letters in the logo of DLAB, "D" stands for Design, "L" stands of Licensing, "A" is And while "B" is the short form of "Business".
About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)
The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK) since 2009, was established in June 2024. CCIDA is a dedicated office under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative sectors with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate development of the arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. CCIDA's strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and multi-disciplinary collaboration, promoting industrialisation of the arts, culture and creative sectors under the industry-oriented principle, and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community, thereby reinforcing Hong Kong as Asia's creative capital and our positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange. Website: https://www.ccidahk.gov.hk.
Event Photos: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1S2jERf8jv-FJRhcWxeJf1HIOP6JMTFCo?usp=drive_link
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The 7th "Design Licensing and Business (DLAB) Support Scheme" Grandly Launched 39 Selected Local Design Companies Driving Hong Kong Design Brands to Expand Licensing Opportunities
