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The Dyslexia Association of Singapore (DAS) is a non-profit organisation in Singapore which aims to build a world class organisation dedicated to helping dyslexic people ^[1] and those with specific learning differences in Singapore. It provides services ranging from screening and assessments to diagnose for dyslexia and other specific learning differences, to educational therapy and tutoring services for students with dyslexia.

DAS currently operates 13 learning centres catering to students ranging from pre-school to secondary school age. The newest centre was opened on 17 March 2014 ^[2]; it is also the first DAS centre funded by a private donor^[3] DAS identifies itself as a social enterprise, using its business as a means to help dyslexic people achieve. The surplus from the business arm is used to fulfill their social objective of raising awareness and acceptance of dyslexia^[4].

Mission and Vision

Mission: Helping Dyslexic People Achieve Vision: To build a world class organisation dedicated to helping dyslexic people and those with specific learning differences in Singapore.

History

A community service project to raise awareness of dyslexia in Singapore was started by the Rotary Club of Raffles City. In October 1991, the Dyslexia Association of Singapore was founded and registered with the registrar of Societies. The first Executive Committee was formed with Dr Jimmy Daruwalla heading it. Funds were raised to finance the operations. DAS started with 12 students^[5]. In November 2014, DAS started a nationwide campaign to raise awareness of dyslexia and to increase support for its students and people with dyslexia.

Organisational Structure

The Dyslexia Association of Singapore was registered with the Registry of Societies in October 1991 ^[6]. The Dyslexia Association of Singapore is headed by the Executive Committee who appoints the Chief Executive Officer to oversee daily operations in the organisation. The current CEO is Mr Lee Siang, who assumed the position on 1st September 2014 following the retirement of CEO Mr Robin Mosely.

In May 2014, Specialised Educational Services (SES) was formed to provide services tailored for students with specific learning differences.

Subsidiaries

DAS Academy

DAS Academy is a Private Education Institution (PEI) registered with the council for Private Education CPE) in Singapore. Services provided by the DAS Academy are courses and workshops in the area of special educational needs^[7]. DAS Academy has partnered with the London Metropolitan University to provide the Master of Arts in Specific Learning Differences (MA SpLD)^[8].

DAS International

DAS International is the international arm of DAS which aims to promote its services to the region.

References

^ Dyslexia Association of Singapore, (2014). ABOUT DAS. [online] Das.org.sg. Available at: http://www.das.org.sg/about-das [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].
^ Siau, M. (2014). New learning centre for dyslexic children. TODAY. [online] Available at: http://www.todayonline.com/singapore/new-learning-centre-dyslexic-children [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].
^ Khalik, S. (2014). Dyslexia Association of Singapore opens 13th centre for children with the learning disorder - See more at: http://www.stasiareport.com/breaking-news/singapore/story/dyslexia-association-singapore-opens-13th-centre-children-the-learning#sthash.h8J3BM45.dpuf. Straits Times. [online] Available at: http://www.stasiareport.com/breaking-news/singapore/story/dyslexia-association-singapore-opens-13th-centre-children-the-learning [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].
^ International Dyslexia Association, (2014). Perspectives on Language – Winter 2012 : Global Perspectives. [online] Onlinedigeditions.com. Available at: http://www.onlinedigeditions.com/display_article.php?id=997549 [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].
^ Dyslexia Association of Singapore, (2014). 1989 to 1994. [online] Das.org.sg. Available at: http://das.org.sg/about-das/history/1989-to-1994 [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].
^ National Institute of Education, (2014). Teacher Education | LIBRIS. [online] Libris.nie.edu.sg. Available at: http://libris.nie.edu.sg/teacher_education [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].
^ Online PR Media, (2014). DAS ACADEMY CELEBRATES THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF 82 GRADUATES AT ITS FIRST GRADUATION CEREMONY. [online] Onlineprnews.com. Available at: http://www.onlineprnews.com/news/520109-1413860942-das-academy-celebrates-the-achievements-of-82-graduates-at-its-first-graduation-ceremony.html [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].
^ Psychology Matters Asia, (2014). Singapore Event: Masters of Arts in Special Needs Course Preview. [online] Psychologymatters.asia. Available at: http://www.psychologymatters.asia/psych_event_detail.php?event_id=523&cat=Singapore [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].

[1] Dyslexia Association of Singapore, (2014). ABOUT DAS. [online] Das.org.sg. Available at: http://www.das.org.sg/about-das [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].

[2] Siau, M. (2014). New learning centre for dyslexic children. TODAY. [online] Available at: http://www.todayonline.com/singapore/new-learning-centre-dyslexic-children [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].

[3] Khalik, S. (2014). Dyslexia Association of Singapore opens 13th centre for children with the learning disorder - See more at: http://www.stasiareport.com/breaking-news/singapore/story/dyslexia-association-singapore-opens-13th-centre-children-the-learning#sthash.h8J3BM45.dpuf. Straits Times. [online] Available at: http://www.stasiareport.com/breaking-news/singapore/story/dyslexia-association-singapore-opens-13th-centre-children-the-learning [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].

[4] International Dyslexia Association, (2014). Perspectives on Language – Winter 2012 : Global Perspectives. [online] Onlinedigeditions.com. Available at: http://www.onlinedigeditions.com/display_article.php?id=997549 [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].

[5] Dyslexia Association of Singapore, (2014). 1989 to 1994. [online] Das.org.sg. Available at: http://das.org.sg/about-das/history/1989-to-1994 [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].

[6] National Institute of Education, (2014). Teacher Education | LIBRIS. [online] Libris.nie.edu.sg. Available at: http://libris.nie.edu.sg/teacher_education [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].

[7] Online PR Media, (2014). DAS ACADEMY CELEBRATES THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF 82 GRADUATES AT ITS FIRST GRADUATION CEREMONY. [online] Onlineprnews.com. Available at: http://www.onlineprnews.com/news/520109-1413860942-das-academy-celebrates-the-achievements-of-82-graduates-at-its-first-graduation-ceremony.html [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].

[8] Psychology Matters Asia, (2014). Singapore Event: Masters of Arts in Special Needs Course Preview. [online] Psychologymatters.asia. Available at: http://www.psychologymatters.asia/psych_event_detail.php?event_id=523&cat=Singapore [Accessed 24 Oct. 2014].

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