We are excited to announce that we are collaborating with the Singapore Police Force (SPF) for the first time to organize the Migrant Worker Community Partnership Forum 2023. Representatives from Ministry of Manpower (MOM), Migrant Workers’ Centra (MWC), Singapore Civil Defense Force (SCDF), Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB), and Singapore Customs will be present at the event as well. This event is exclusively for dormitories operating in the northern district. The Migrant Worker Community Partnership Forum is an event held in appreciation of our partners who have supported and helped us keep the migrant workers communities safe and secure. this event is also a platform for networking between the agencies and the dormitory operators. A sumptuous dinner will be provided after the event.

Join us at the DASL Annual General Meeting 2023. The event will be held on June 28th 2023, from 1030am to 1200pm at Woods Square Business Centre. This is an excellent opportunity to meet with fellow members, engage in constructive discussions, and gain insights into DASL's plans for the future. Please save the date and time in your calendar, and we look forward to welcoming you at the event!

We are pleased to invite DASL members to a learning journey at the SP Digital office. This event is organized in partnership with SP Digital to address energy-efficient methods that can enable a smarter and greener dormitory. Event details as follows: Date: 18 May 2023, Thursday Time: 2.00pm – 5.00pm Venue: 180 Clemenceau Avenue, #03-01. Singapore 239922 The event offers a unique opportunity to learn from industry experts about cutting-edge energy-saving techniques, witness real-world examples in action, and network with like-minded individuals who share a passion for sustainability. By participating in this event, you will be part of the solution to the global energy challenge. Please note that registration is mandatory to secure your spot at the event. DASL members can send up to a total of 2 pax for the event. We encourage all interested members to register early and take advantage of this exceptional opportunity. If you have any queries regarding the event, please feel free to reach out to us. We look forward to welcoming you to this informative and exciting learning journey.

INDUSTRY SHARING: DORM INTENSIFICATION 101 Date: Tuesday, 25th April 2023 | Time: 2pm – 4pm | Venue: TBC DASL Members: 1 Complimentary Seat: $43.20 per pax subsequently Non Members: $86.40 per pax Looking at intensifying your dormitory? In the recent URA circular, temporary revision to guidelines for Temporary Workers' Dormitories will be given to existing dormitories within specified industrial areas to increase their dormitory capacity to help curb the bed shortage issues. Hear from the professionals to understand: What does the URA circular entail? What are the practical considerations to intensify your dormitory? What are the challenges and constraints? What is the next step? Q&A Panel will be moderated by: Mr Alexander Wu (DASL FCD Sub-Committee, Director of Business Development D Wall Pte Ltd) Panelist: Mr Teo Chee Tian (General Manager, ADDP Architects LLP) & Mr Loh Wah Kay (M&E QP, M&P Consulting Engineer)

To celebrate the Lunar New Year, DASL will be organizing a Chinese New Year Lunch. Date: 31 January 2023 Time: 12pm -3pm Venue: One Farrer Hotel (Grand Ball Room Level 6) Address: 1 Farrer Park Station Road, Singapore 217562 Each DASL Member will be entitled to 1 Complimentary Seats Additional Guest will be charged accordingly: 1 pax $128 1 table (10pax*): $1,088 *10pax inclusive of 1 complimentary seats For more enquiry on the event, please contact Tan Eng Hui @ tan.enghui@dasl.com.sg

Are you ready for FEDA expansion which take effect from 1 April 2023? This 2-day WSQ programme is specially curated to equip the dormitory operation staff with a dive-in understanding and knowledge of FEDA compliance. Learn about the industry best practices, exchange ideas through robust group discussions and apply the knowledge on real-life case studies. Upon successfully completed, you will receive a Certificate of Attendance jointly awarded by Ministry of Manpower (MOM) and DASL and a WSQ Statement of Attainment (SOA) awarded by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). This programme is supported by Ministry of Manpower (MOM) and all dormitory operators are encouraged to attend course.

DASL together with MOM held an Industry Briefing Session on FEDA Expansion on the 5th October 2022 where many key information were shared along with feedback and comments raised by the participants. The session was exclusive for DASL Members only. This allow the members to receive first hand information and also voice out their feedbacks and comment they might have regarding the FEDA expansion which can better equip them to answer queries and questions they might re

Inaugurated on 18 September 2012, DASL celebrated our 10th Anniversary with a Dinner Banquet at Furama RiverFront Hotel on 16 September 2022. The joyous event was graced by Dr Koh Poh Koon, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment & Ministry of Manpower.

We are now situated at Woods Square Tower 1, a newly developed business tower in Woodlands. Our strategic partners, Council and Committee members celebrate the milestone with us at our humble office.

The 19-week study is concluded with an industry shareback session held on Wednesday, 20th July 2022 at the National Design Council. This is our first ESG LEAD project funded by Enterprise Singapore (ESG) and supported by Ministry of Manpower (MOM).  Extensive research study was conducted through stakeholder interviews, dormitory observations tours over the 19 weeks by our appointed consultancy, AGENCY. A prototype was set up to test the proposed design principles and an industry handbook was produced. The findings were shared with the industry on what the future holds in the dormitory industry.