Despite having to care for two boys, one with special needs, she still finds time to help the special needs community. Read more at straitstimes.com.
SINGAPORE- While some may feel overwhelmed by difficulties life throws at them, Miss Sharon Khoo Kwee Lan's selflessness transcended her own challenges.
On Saturday , Miss Khoo was one of four inspiring individuals honoured at the annual Singapore Silent Heroes Award ceremony held at the Shangri-La Hotel. "I am very honoured to receive an award but what is more important is that throughout this process, I have surprised myself about how strong I am as a person."
Miss Khoo was conferred the Heart of Humanity award for finding greater fulfilment in serving others. She also arranges social gatherings for children with special needs so that they can bond with others, and volunteers at social enterprise Faith Music Centre, to teach PWDs how to play various musical instruments.
Mr Derek Ong won in the Outstanding Adult Category for his drive to redistribute unsold food to the needy, and Mrs Carol Chong clinched the Compassionate Foreigner award for leading seniors in exercises despite facing her own injuries.
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