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An archaeological analysis of Vision 2030 and Vision 2030 Recharged in Singapore
Author
Ang, Han Teng
Supervisor
Chung, Ho Jin
Abstract
Background. Vision 2030 (Sport Singapore, 2012) is one of the most important sports policies in Singapore history. The 20 recommendations issued in 2012 offered direction for sports in Singapore, and sports in Singapore have since risen to a whole new level. With ever-changing demands and trends in Singapore and throughout the world, Sport Singapore reviewed the Vision 2030 in 2019 and gathered public feedback to determine the course for the years ahead. Sport Singapore issued a total of 15 recommendations stemming from the eight themes, dubbed as Vision 2030 Recharged, to define the future of sports in Singapore.
Objectives. The purpose of this study is to reveal the linkages on the discourses with the statements made for Vision 2030 and Vision 2030 Recharged that might have impressed certain policy decisions. This study does so by comprehending the situations, the importance of the individuals who can exercise power involved in the announcement, and the significance of the institutional venues where the announcements were made.
Methods. This study employs an archaeological analysis that Foucault (1972) used in his book, ‘the archaeology of knowledge and discourse on language’ to examine the changes and evolution of sports policy in Singapore from the 2010s to the present. Materials examined included materials from the Singapore government ministries and sports government agency's websites, national report archives, newspaper archives, online articles, books, and journal publications. The papers obtained from these sources were government statistics, records, formal speeches by Ministers and government officials, newspaper stories and advertising, historical and Singapore-related books, and journal articles.
Results. This study discovered that Vision 2030 has influenced Singapore's Sporting scene, and the Vision 2030 Recharged allowed the Singapore government to refine the goals further to suit the needs of Singaporeans. By allowing Singaporeans to enjoy refreshed sports facilities throughout the city-state, Sport Singapore (SportSG) provided better access and affordability to sports and exercise facilities for all Singaporeans. Coupled with the demand and interest in particular sports, state-of-the-art facilities for sports such as football, tennis, and cycling would further enable more involvement among Singaporeans, as well as allow Singapore to push the boundaries further by bringing in large-scale (regional and international) tournaments for these sports. With suitable facilities, more community-level events and activities may be held for all Singaporeans, especially vulnerable groups (e.g., atrisk youth, people with disabilities (PwD), and vulnerable elders). With the alarming situation of increased youth arrests, low PwD sports participation levels, and an aging population, the SportCares movement assisted in alleviating these difficulties via the utilization of sports. The ActiveSG Academies and Clubs were also established to give more economical yet high-quality
coaching and training for Singaporeans.
Conclusion. Through the efforts and policies implemented, it was evident that adequate infrastructure was vital. Proper and adequate facilities were understood to be quintessential to any efforts to promote community-level sports. Ministers and leaders of government agencies spoke on various occasions and were influential in highlighting the need for greater access to facilities and how community activities at these facilities could positively impact Singaporeans in leading a healthy and active lifestyle. This study advises investigating global and local trends such as the expansion of esports, taking into account the impact of covid 19, and how efforts on sustainability and inclusion may be enhanced in the future. When combined with the current efforts, the next 10 years of the sporting environment in Singapore will be fascinating for all sports aficionados.
Objectives. The purpose of this study is to reveal the linkages on the discourses with the statements made for Vision 2030 and Vision 2030 Recharged that might have impressed certain policy decisions. This study does so by comprehending the situations, the importance of the individuals who can exercise power involved in the announcement, and the significance of the institutional venues where the announcements were made.
Methods. This study employs an archaeological analysis that Foucault (1972) used in his book, ‘the archaeology of knowledge and discourse on language’ to examine the changes and evolution of sports policy in Singapore from the 2010s to the present. Materials examined included materials from the Singapore government ministries and sports government agency's websites, national report archives, newspaper archives, online articles, books, and journal publications. The papers obtained from these sources were government statistics, records, formal speeches by Ministers and government officials, newspaper stories and advertising, historical and Singapore-related books, and journal articles.
Results. This study discovered that Vision 2030 has influenced Singapore's Sporting scene, and the Vision 2030 Recharged allowed the Singapore government to refine the goals further to suit the needs of Singaporeans. By allowing Singaporeans to enjoy refreshed sports facilities throughout the city-state, Sport Singapore (SportSG) provided better access and affordability to sports and exercise facilities for all Singaporeans. Coupled with the demand and interest in particular sports, state-of-the-art facilities for sports such as football, tennis, and cycling would further enable more involvement among Singaporeans, as well as allow Singapore to push the boundaries further by bringing in large-scale (regional and international) tournaments for these sports. With suitable facilities, more community-level events and activities may be held for all Singaporeans, especially vulnerable groups (e.g., atrisk youth, people with disabilities (PwD), and vulnerable elders). With the alarming situation of increased youth arrests, low PwD sports participation levels, and an aging population, the SportCares movement assisted in alleviating these difficulties via the utilization of sports. The ActiveSG Academies and Clubs were also established to give more economical yet high-quality
coaching and training for Singaporeans.
Conclusion. Through the efforts and policies implemented, it was evident that adequate infrastructure was vital. Proper and adequate facilities were understood to be quintessential to any efforts to promote community-level sports. Ministers and leaders of government agencies spoke on various occasions and were influential in highlighting the need for greater access to facilities and how community activities at these facilities could positively impact Singaporeans in leading a healthy and active lifestyle. This study advises investigating global and local trends such as the expansion of esports, taking into account the impact of covid 19, and how efforts on sustainability and inclusion may be enhanced in the future. When combined with the current efforts, the next 10 years of the sporting environment in Singapore will be fascinating for all sports aficionados.
Date Issued
2022
Call Number
GV706.35 Ang
Date Submitted
2022