Daryl Yang (he/him) accidentally went viral in his 20s for his open letter praising the government for its LGBTQ+ representation. Daryl went on to co-found and run several student groups, and was recognized by The Straits Times, Tatler Asia, and the Fullbright Scholarship for his advocacy efforts. Today, Daryl practices law at an international firm with a specialisation in dispute resolution and employment law, and serves on the Board of the Disabled People's Association in Singapore.

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(0:00) Intro

(1:40): How I Got Into Student Activism in Singapore

(5:38): Coming Out to Parents - Giving Space and Time to Process

(09:17): 377A Has Been Repealed - What's Next?

(11:00): Should LGBTQ+ Groups Advocate for Same-Sex Marriage?

(12:10): Delinking Benefits from Marital Status

(16:19): Article 156: What Is It, and Why Is It Constitutionalizing Queer Subordination?

(24:57): Why was Article 156 Even Necessary?

(28:20): The Importance of Listening in Activism

(30:15): Advice for Aspiring Student Community Leaders / Advocacy Leaders

(34:10): Pursuing a Fulbright Scholarship at Berkeley

(37:15): The Importance of Disability Activism in Singapore

(39:50): Politicizing Disability

(43:46): Breaking Barriers for Disabled People

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