Mother Tongue Language Symposium 2023
The symposium featured distinguished educators, curriculum specialists, and media personalities sharing insights on literacy development and Mother Tongue Language appreciation. Programme included sharing sessions for parents and educators, plus interactive workshops enabling active parent-child engagement in language learning.
Last updated 2 March 2026
Mother Tongue Languages Symposium (MTLS) 2023
Programme Overview
The Mother Tongue Languages Symposium 2023 embraced the theme "Flourish in the Wonderland of Our Languages," returning to a full face-to-face format at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre on Saturday, 26 August 2023. This marked the symposium's first complete in-person gathering since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Event Highlights
The symposium brought together a distinguished lineup of educators, curriculum specialists, and media personalities who shared valuable insights on literacy development and cultivating appreciation for Mother Tongue Languages. The comprehensive programme featured 19 sharing sessions specifically designed for parents and educators, alongside 26 interactive workshops that enabled parents to actively engage their children in Mother Tongue Language learning.
Featured Speakers
Mr Josef Lee - Local picture-book author and artist renowned for creating heartwarming stories through simple characters and whimsical illustrations that resonate with readers of all ages.
Ms Nur-El-Hudaa Jaffar - Accomplished editor, translator, and children's book writer who guided participants through creative storytelling workshops, teaching character development, plot construction, and emotional depth in narrative creation.
Mdm Kalpana - Award-winning producer, director, and scriptwriter for Tamil Emmy Award (Pradhana Vizha) winning programmes, who shared expert techniques for clear pronunciation and effective intonation to help children express themselves confidently in Tamil.