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Creating A Better Tomorrow

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2021 is set against a bleak crisis and dire consequences sweeping the globe. Hence, in light of this and in conjunction with our 7th anniversary coming up, Daughters Of Tomorrow is inviting everyone to nominate women with empowering stories that will inspire and ignite hope in our hearts. 

The 21 finalists’ stories will highlight journeys that are earmarked with bravery, resilience, strength and all other mind blowing traits that make this world a lot more amazing by just having these women in it. Despite trying circumstances, they are standing tall, living life to the fullest, supporting themselves, their families and contributing to the larger community. This is a defining moment. You could be nominating yourself or another friend/ colleague/ family member. 

You know her better than anyone. And you know her story is worth telling. Share it through writing or sending in a video. Scroll down to find out the categories of women we’re looking for and let’s shine a light on all the amazing women we know.. Including yourself!

The Categories

The
Givers

As Mother Teresa once shared, “it’s not how much we give but how much we love we put into giving.” Here are the stories of women being selfless in taking time to give back to society,  volunteering, and being community builders.

Forward Thinkers | Volunteers | Giving Back

Community Leaders | Mentors

The
Changemakers

One step at a time is all it takes to get you there. These women bravely started new jobs, new careers and/or new businesses. In celebration of those who started a new chapter when she took a stand, making the seemingly impossible, possible.

Bold Trailblazers | Starting Over  Transformation | Trailblazers | Entrepreneurs

The
Sheroes

Strength exists in so many ways. We want to salute women working behind the scenes scaling new heights towards a better tomorrow. Let’s recognize women caring for their loved ones, persevering through difficult battles, or  upgrading herself even though she’s juggling so many other responsibilities in life. 

Strong Ones | Adversity Wellness

Wellness | Upskilling | Stay Home Mums

The Inspiring Daughters

Mala

The Sheroes

Zara

The Sheroes

Fadzilah

The Sheroes

Haryani

The changemakers

Mahbuba

The Sheroes

Mervis

The Givers

Fikriyah

The Sheroes

Hannah

The changemakers

Zarina Omar

The givers

Shuhadah

The changemakers

Zulayqha

The givers

Nadya

The changemakers

Masherdawaty

The changemakers

Michelle

The changemakers

Lee Chin

The Sheroes

Norita

The givers

Jenny

The changemakers

Rohayu

The Sheroes

Sarina

The Sheroes

Siti Ilyani

The Sheroes

Siti Zuraida

The sheroes

Evelyn

The Sheroes

Zarina

The changemakers

Norlin

The givers

Panel of Judges

Fiza O

YouTuber, TV Host, Emcee
Fiza O is a TV host and a digital content creator. She just left her radio career of 18 years as a senior producer and presenter to pursue her love of content producing and to be a full time Youtuber. She is best known for championing women topics and issues for more than 10 years now since her radio days. She has hosted regional music award stages such as Anugerah Planet Muzik, the Nation’s Countdown, and other prestigious events graced by political leaders. Fiza O remains one of the most recognizable faces and voices in the Malay community.
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Fiza O

@fiza_o

Youtuber, TV Host, emcee

Dr Ling Ka Yi

CTO & Co-Founder, Shiokmeats
Dr Ling Ka Yi is a developmental and stem cell biologist with over 10 years expertise. In August 2018, she co-founded a cell-based crustaceans startup called Shiok Meats, along with Dr Sandhya Sriram. She was recognized as one of the MIT Tech Review’s “Innovators under 35 in Asia” 2020, the “Women and the Ocean: Changemakers” challenge 2020”, the Great Women Of Our Times 2020 by Women Weekly, and Gen T list 2020.
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Dr Ling Ka Yi

@shiokmeats

cto & co-founder, shiok meats

Lily Kew

Founder, Kew Organics
Lily Kew is the founder and CEO of two homegrown organic beauty brands - Kew Organics and Sugar K Organic Peel Bar. There are a total of 5 spas in Singapore and an online store serving international customers. Being a late bloomer, she started her business from scratch at 43, launched her organic skincare product line and gave birth at 45. As a winner of Women Entrepreneur Award 2018 and Spirit Of Enterprise Award 2019, she crossed the million mark shortly in 4 years and gave birth to her 2nd child at 48. Even during the pandemic, she continues to push boundaries for global expansion. She is one great example of overcoming all odds and living to the fullest.
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Lily Kew

@keworganics

Founder, Kew organics

Munah Bagharib

Actress, YouTuber
Munah Bagharib entered the entertainment business as a television actress and one half of YouTube duo, MunahHirziOfficial, a channel in which she co-hosted satirical videos on social and political topics. She has gone on to become a prolific actress on both television and stage, with her recent film debut in Tiong Bahru Social Club. Munah also received critical acclaim for her performance in Nassim Soleimanpour’s experimental improvisation piece, White Rabbit Red Rabbit. She was nominated for Best Supporting Actress at The Straits Times Life! Theatre Awards (2019) for her performance in Potong.
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Munah Bagharib

@munahbagharib

actor, Youtuber

Zahra Khanum

Model, Actress, Ms Universe 2018
Zahra Khanum, the former Miss Universe Singapore 2018 juggles between being a dedicated full time Speech and Drama teacher, model and actress. Ever since winning Miss Universe Singapore 2018, she has been embarking on keeping a stronger social presence by working with many brands such as Estee Lauder, Make Up Forever, Puma, Guess, The Body Shop and Love Bonito.
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Zahra Khanum

@iamzahrakhanum

model, actor, Ms Universe Singapore 2018

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