[Seeds of Change] Marine Conservation x 3D Mapping Workshop
An immersive systems thinking experience that uses physical objects to visualize complex marine conservation challenges in Singapore, allowing for detection of patterns, and uncovering of actionable opportunities for our local waters.
UPCOMING EVENT
1/22/20263 min read
Why it matters
Caring for Singapore’s marine environment depends on communities, government, and marine-dependent sectors working together in a shared and often crowded space. Our seas support diverse habitats — from mangroves and seagrass to coral reefs — while also serving many daily uses, making trade-offs and priorities difficult to navigate.
This workshop helps make those connections visible. Through a hands-on 3D Mapping experience, participants can better understand how different interests, decisions, and ecosystems interact, and identify where collaborative action can lead to more effective and balanced outcomes for Singapore’s marine habitats — and our collective well-being.
Marine Conservation
with 3D Mapping
Seeds of Change
A public workshop series that combines systems thinking and futures tools to help practitioners, changemakers and curious citizens think and decide differently in complexity.
See overview of the series here.
What is 3D Mapping
3D Mapping is a hands-on way for small groups to make sense of complex situations together. Participants co-create a physical model of a system, using objects to represent people, forces, and relationships. By moving around the model and viewing it from different angles, the group can explore how the system works — and where it might shift.
This approach is especially useful for:
Quickly visualising the current reality of a system
Exploring relationships and interconnections in a tactile, spatial way
Creating space for shared reflection and dialogue
3D Mapping is a tool by U School of Transformation and adapted from the Symbols Process (The Ashland Institute).
What you'll walk away with
By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with:
A bird’s-eye view of Singapore’s marine ecosystem and the forces shaping it
Greater clarity on where effort can make the most meaningful impact
Practical insights you can apply to your projects, volunteering, work, or everyday engagement with marine conservation
Whether you’re new to the topic or already involved, the session is designed to help you connect the dots and focus your energy more intentionally.
Date: 6 Mar 2026, Fri
Time: 6.30–9.30pm
Venue: Palo IT, 11 Beach Road #06-00
Cost: S$30
The Facilitators
Boon Pei Ya
Founder, The Shoal Co.
Tay Hwee Bin
Founder, Purpose Field Works
Choo Phaik Ai
Founder, Embodied Edge Leadership Consulting
The Casegiver
Our Blue Spaces
Local NGO led by marine scientists
Deep expertise in Singapore’s marine ecosystems and conservation challenges
Engaging communities through hands-on programs that make marine science accessible since 2017
Sam Shu Qin
Co-Founder, Our Blue Spaces | Our Singapore Reefs
Frequently asked questions
Who is this workshop for?
Individuals passionate about Singapore’s marine ecosystems
Conservation practitioners and volunteers looking to maximize impact
Policy makers, educators, or community leaders interested in systems thinking
Anyone curious about how complex environmental challenges connect and where interventions can make a difference
Do I need to prepare anything?
You’ll receive a brief case overview ahead of time to help you get oriented. It’s a short read designed to help you participate fully, not a heavy assignment. Beyond that, there’s nothing to prepare—just bring your curiosity and willingness to engage.
This workshop series is supported by
Date: 6 Mar 2026, Fri
Time: 6.30–9.30pm
Venue: Palo IT, 11 Beach Road #06-00
Cost: S$30
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