Total Defence Badge Lessons - Bronze Module - What is Total Defence?
Introduction Why do we need a strong defence? So that others will not try to attack us. Whose job is it to defend Singapore? Every Singaporean’s! This is what Total Defence is about.
What are the Total Defence Badge Lessons? Learn… What Total Defence is Why it is important How you can play a part Three modules Bronze, Silver, Gold
Psychological Defence What is Total Defence? FIVE ASPECTS Military Defence Civil Defence Economic Defence Social Defence Psychological Defence
Demonstration
Five aspects of Total Defence Two levels Macro The BIG picture Micro Your attitudes, actions & responsibilities
Military Defence Macro level -- The BIG picture Commitment to defence spending Enables the SAF to equip and train itself
Military Defence Micro level -- Your attitudes, actions and responsibilities For males… keep fit for NS and take your training seriously For females… be supportive!
Civil Defence Macro level -- The BIG picture Provides for the safety and basic needs of Singaporeans during emergencies and wartime Role of the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)
Civil Defence Micro level -- Your attitudes, actions and responsibilities Take part in Civil Defence exercises (e.g., water/food rationing, bomb shelter, public warning system) Pick up life-saving skills (e.g., fire-fighting, first aid, CPR)
Economic Defence Macro level -- The BIG picture Stockpile essential items (e.g., food & water) & having a system to share resources between private & public sectors Sound economic policies and a well-trained labour force
Economic Defence Micro level -- Your attitudes, actions and responsibilities Lifelong learning Continual skills upgrading
Social Defence Macro level -- The BIG picture Racial & religious tolerance Equal opportunities for all The spirit of volunteerism
Social Defence Micro level -- Your attitudes, actions and responsibilities Show tolerance and respect for one another’s cultures, religions & lifestyles Show care & concern for the less fortunate
Psychological Defence Macro level -- The BIG picture Our loyalty & commitment to Singapore Our confidence in Singapore’s future Our will to stand up for our rights and defend what is ours
Psychological Defence Micro level -- Your attitudes, actions and responsibilities Your attachment to Singapore as home Take pride in being a Singaporean Know our history
Conclusion There’s a Part for Everyone Hand-shaped -- Action, unity & completeness House-shaped -- Singapore as homeland Arrows pointing upwards -- Working towards progress & future of Singapore Crescent & Stars, Red & White -- Nationhood There’s a Part for Everyone