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	Ong has used her platform in Parliament to speak on key social issues, often articulating a nuanced stance that seeks to balance competing interests.		Ong has used her platform in Parliament to speak on key social issues, often articulating a nuanced stance that seeks to balance competing interests.

	During the parliamentary debate on the repeal of Section 377A of the Penal Code in November 2022, which criminalized sex between men, Ong delivered a widely noted speech. She supported the repeal while simultaneously affirming the importance of heterosexual marriage in Singapore's social fabric. She articulated her position with the metaphor: "My feet are firmly rooted in my faith, and my arms are wide open, especially to people who believe differently from me". She called for the creation of "safe social spaces for gay persons" and urged all sides to avoid divisive rhetoric and work towards national unity. This speech is an example of a "principled pragmatist" political style; she did not abandon her personal convictions but prioritized social harmony and a pragmatic outcome in a pluralistic society, aligning with the government's approach to the sensitive issue.		During the parliamentary debate on the repeal of Section 377A of the Penal Code in November 2022, which criminalized sex between men, Ong delivered a widely noted speech. She supported the repeal while simultaneously affirming the importance of heterosexual marriage in Singapore's social fabric. She articulated her position with the metaphor: "My feet are firmly rooted in my faith, and my arms are wide open, especially to people who believe differently from me". She called for the creation of "safe social spaces for gay persons" and urged all sides to avoid divisive rhetoric and work towards national unity. This speech is an example of a "principled pragmatist" political style; she did not abandon her personal convictions but prioritized social harmony and a pragmatic outcome in a pluralistic society, aligning with the government's approach to the sensitive issue.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m4e1T4DZtjg</ref>

	In the Budget Debate of February 2021, she spoke on helping children from low-income families. Drawing on her experience with Trybe, she proposed practical solutions beyond financial aid, such as establishing long-term mentoring programs and automatically enrolling disadvantaged children into a national school savings campaign to inculcate financial literacy. Her general political philosophy, as expressed in public communications, is that politics is fundamentally "about people" and the responsibility to "show up when it counts".		In the Budget Debate of February 2021, she spoke on helping children from low-income families. Drawing on her experience with Trybe, she proposed practical solutions beyond financial aid, such as establishing long-term mentoring programs and automatically enrolling disadvantaged children into a national school savings campaign to inculcate financial literacy. Her general political philosophy, as expressed in public communications, is that politics is fundamentally "about people" and the responsibility to "show up when it counts".<ref>https://www.channelnewsasia.com/watch/budget-2021-debate-rachel-ong-helping-children-low-income-families-1928981</ref>

	=== Grassroots and Constituency Initiatives ===		=== Grassroots and Constituency Initiatives ===
	Ong has translated her national advocacy into concrete local programs within her Telok Blangah constituency.		Ong has translated her national advocacy into concrete local programs within her Telok Blangah constituency.

	* '''Telok Blangah Mentoring Club:''' In 2021, she launched this initiative to pair adult resident mentors with youths aged 10 to 17. The program exposes young people to fields such as sports, business, nature, the arts, and mental wellness, aiming to provide them with opportunities they might not otherwise have access to.		* '''Telok Blangah Mentoring Club:''' In 2021, she launched this initiative to pair adult resident mentors with youths aged 10 to 17. The program exposes young people to fields such as sports, business, nature, the arts, and mental wellness, aiming to provide them with opportunities they might not otherwise have access to.<ref name=":6">https://petir.sg/2025/01/17/empowering-youths-rachel-ong-mobilises-community-to-mentor-and-guide/</ref>
	* '''Community Engagement:''' She conducts regular house visits and estate walkabouts to connect with residents and understand their concerns directly. Her grassroots team follows up on cases from her weekly Meet-the-People Sessions (MPS) to ensure residents receive the necessary support.		* '''Community Engagement:''' She conducts regular house visits and estate walkabouts to connect with residents and understand their concerns directly. Her grassroots team follows up on cases from her weekly Meet-the-People Sessions (MPS) to ensure residents receive the necessary support.<ref name=":6" />
	* '''Infrastructure and Sustainability:''' At the local level, she has focused on improving the living environment by overseeing the installation of barrier-free access ramps for better accessibility and responding to resident feedback for more sheltered walkways. She also actively promotes environmental sustainability through community events like tree planting and zero-waste initiatives.		* '''Infrastructure and Sustainability:''' At the local level, she has focused on improving the living environment by overseeing the installation of barrier-free access ramps for better accessibility and responding to resident feedback for more sheltered walkways. She also actively promotes environmental sustainability through community events like tree planting and zero-waste initiatives.<ref name=":6" />

	== Public Scrutiny and Controversies ==		== Public Scrutiny and Controversies ==
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	=== 2019 POFMA Correction Direction ===		=== 2019 POFMA Correction Direction ===
	In November 2019, several months before she was formally announced as a candidate for the 2020 General Election, a correction direction under the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) was issued to the ''States Times Review'' (STR) Facebook page. The direction was issued by the POFMA Office under the instruction of the Minister for Home Affairs.		In November 2019, several months before she was formally announced as a candidate for the 2020 General Election, a correction direction under the Protection from Online Falsehoods and Manipulation Act (POFMA) was issued to the ''States Times Review'' (STR) Facebook page. The direction was issued by the POFMA Office under the instruction of the Minister for Home Affairs.<ref name=":7">https://www.theonlinecitizen.com/2019/11/28/second-correction-order-issued-under-pofma-this-time-to-alex-tan-of-states-times-review/</ref>

	The STR post contained falsehoods related to Rachel Ong. It had cited allegations from a separate, now-defunct Facebook page named "NUSSU – NUS Students United" concerning Ong's alleged religious affiliations and had called for her to resign from an executive position in an organisation. The STR post further claimed, falsely, that an individual connected to the matter had been arrested and that another was under police investigation.		The STR post contained falsehoods related to Rachel Ong. It had cited allegations from a separate, now-defunct Facebook page named "NUSSU – NUS Students United" concerning Ong's alleged religious affiliations and had called for her to resign from an executive position in an organisation. The STR post further claimed, falsely, that an individual connected to the matter had been arrested and that another was under police investigation.<ref name=":7" />

	The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) issued a statement clarifying that these claims were "false and baseless". The MHA confirmed that "no one had been arrested" or charged in relation to the original post. It also clarified that the Singapore government had not requested Facebook to take down the "NUSSU – NUS Students United" page; rather, Facebook had removed the page on its own accord because it was found to be run by fake accounts and had violated the platform's authenticity policies.		The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) issued a statement clarifying that these claims were "false and baseless". The MHA confirmed that "no one had been arrested" or charged in relation to the original post. It also clarified that the Singapore government had not requested Facebook to take down the "NUSSU – NUS Students United" page; rather, Facebook had removed the page on its own accord because it was found to be run by fake accounts and had violated the platform's authenticity policies.<ref name=":7" />

	This incident is significant as the controversy was not about any action or statement made by Ong herself; instead, it concerned her being the ''subject'' of a falsehood that touched upon the sensitive social fault line of religion in Singapore. The government's use of POFMA highlighted the state's approach to regulating what it deems to be malicious online content, particularly in the lead-up to an election.		This incident is significant as the controversy was not about any action or statement made by Ong herself; instead, it concerned her being the ''subject'' of a falsehood that touched upon the sensitive social fault line of religion in Singapore. The government's use of POFMA highlighted the state's approach to regulating what it deems to be malicious online content, particularly in the lead-up to an election.<ref name=":7" />

	== Personal Life ==		== Personal Life ==

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	Notably, official biographies and public profiles do not contain information regarding her educational history prior to her postgraduate studies, such as the primary school, secondary school, or university she attended for her undergraduate degree. This stands in contrast to the detailed academic pedigrees often highlighted for other prominent Singaporean political figures. This focus suggests a public narrative that is deliberately framed around her professional and social achievements rather than her formative academic background. By beginning her story with the founding of her social and business ventures, her public persona is defined more by her tangible accomplishments and entrepreneurial meritocracy than by a traditional elite academic pathway.<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":2" />		Notably, official biographies and public profiles do not contain information regarding her educational history prior to her postgraduate studies, such as the primary school, secondary school, or university she attended for her undergraduate degree. This stands in contrast to the detailed academic pedigrees often highlighted for other prominent Singaporean political figures. This focus suggests a public narrative that is deliberately framed around her professional and social achievements rather than her formative academic background. By beginning her story with the founding of her social and business ventures, her public persona is defined more by her tangible accomplishments and entrepreneurial meritocracy than by a traditional elite academic pathway.<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":2" />

	It is important to note that other public figures share the name Rachel Ong, including Professor Rachel Ong, an economist at Curtin University in Australia<ref>https://www.ahuri.edu.au/analysis/news/ahuri-researcher-profile-rachel-ong</ref>; Rachel Ong, a collegiate bowler from Singapore who attended Anglo-Chinese Junior College<ref>https://latechsports.com/sports/womens-bowling/roster/rachel-ong/14101</ref>; and Rachel Ong, a primary school teacher in Australia. These are distinct individuals and should not be confused with the Member of Parliament.<ref>https://missrachelong.weebly.com/</ref>		It is important to note that other public figures share the name Rachel Ong, including Professor Rachel Ong, an economist at Curtin University in Australia<ref name=":5">https://www.ahuri.edu.au/analysis/news/ahuri-researcher-profile-rachel-ong</ref>; Rachel Ong, a collegiate bowler from Singapore who attended Anglo-Chinese Junior College<ref>https://latechsports.com/sports/womens-bowling/roster/rachel-ong/14101</ref>; and Rachel Ong, a primary school teacher in Australia. These are distinct individuals and should not be confused with the Member of Parliament.<ref>https://missrachelong.weebly.com/</ref>

	== Career in Business and Social Advocacy ==		== Career in Business and Social Advocacy ==
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	Ong's involvement in social causes predates both her corporate and political careers, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to community service and marginalized groups.		Ong's involvement in social causes predates both her corporate and political careers, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to community service and marginalized groups.

	Her most significant contribution began in 2001 when she helped start the work of Trybe Ltd, an organisation dedicated to youth development. This was six years before she founded ROHEI. Driven by the conviction that "every youth deserves a success story," Trybe is a registered non-profit with Institute of Public Character (IPC) status, focusing on at-risk youths. The organisation runs several key facilities and programs, including the Singapore Boys Hostel, a Community Rehabilitation Centre for first-time drug abusers, and Trybe Aftercare services. Ong currently serves as the Patron of Trybe.		Her most significant contribution began in 2001 when she helped start the work of Trybe Ltd, an organisation dedicated to youth development.<ref name=":2" /> This was six years before she founded ROHEI. Driven by the conviction that "every youth deserves a success story," Trybe is a registered non-profit with Institute of Public Character (IPC) status, focusing on at-risk youths.<ref name=":1" /> The organisation runs several key facilities and programs, including the Singapore Boys Hostel, a Community Rehabilitation Centre for first-time drug abusers, and Trybe Aftercare services. Ong currently serves as the Patron of Trybe.<ref name=":2" />

	In 2021, Ong took on the role of Chairman of The Purple Parade, Singapore's largest movement advocating for the inclusion and celebrating the abilities of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). The movement's primary objective is to ensure PWDs have equal access to education, employment, transportation, and social networks.		In 2021, Ong took on the role of Chairman of The Purple Parade, Singapore's largest movement advocating for the inclusion and celebrating the abilities of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). The movement's primary objective is to ensure PWDs have equal access to education, employment, transportation, and social networks.<ref name=":1" />

	Her service extends beyond Singapore. In a lesser-known aspect of her past, Ong volunteered for two years with a UN-related work team that assisted the cabinet of then-President of Afghanistan, Hamid Karzai. Her work focused on advancing secondary education and children's welfare in the country.		Her service extends beyond Singapore. In a lesser-known aspect of her past, Ong volunteered for two years with a UN-related work team that assisted the cabinet of then-President of Afghanistan, Hamid Karzai. Her work focused on advancing secondary education and children's welfare in the country.<ref>https://www.rigss.bt/w/faculty/71</ref>

	The chronology of these activities is significant. By starting her work with Trybe in 2001, Ong established a two-decade track record in the social sector before entering Parliament. This timeline indicates that her focus on community and social issues is a foundational element of her public life, rather than a position adopted for political purposes. Her political career can thus be seen as an extension and scaling-up of these long-held convictions.		The chronology of these activities is significant. By starting her work with Trybe in 2001, Ong established a two-decade track record in the social sector before entering Parliament. This timeline indicates that her focus on community and social issues is a foundational element of her public life, rather than a position adopted for political purposes. Her political career can thus be seen as an extension and scaling-up of these long-held convictions.
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	=== Entry into Politics and Electoral History ===		=== Entry into Politics and Electoral History ===
	Ong made her political debut in the 2020 General Election as a new candidate for the People's Action Party. She was fielded as part of the five-member PAP team contesting West Coast GRC, a constituency that faced a strong challenge from the Progress Singapore Party (PSP), whose team was led by former PAP stalwart Dr. Tan Cheng Bock. The contest was one of the most closely watched of the election.		Ong made her political debut in the 2020 General Election as a new candidate for the People's Action Party. She was fielded as part of the five-member PAP team contesting West Coast GRC, a constituency that faced a strong challenge from the Progress Singapore Party (PSP), whose team was led by former PAP stalwart Dr. Tan Cheng Bock. The contest was one of the most closely watched of the election.<ref name=":0" />

	On 10 July 2020, the PAP team secured a narrow victory, winning with 51.68% of the vote. Following the result, Ong was elected to the 14th Parliament of Singapore as the MP representing the Telok Blangah ward of West Coast GRC.		On 10 July 2020, the PAP team secured a narrow victory, winning with 51.68% of the vote. Following the result, Ong was elected to the 14th Parliament of Singapore as the MP representing the Telok Blangah ward of West Coast GRC.<ref name=":5" />

	Ahead of the 2025 General Election, the Electoral Boundaries Review Committee announced changes that moved the Telok Blangah division from West Coast GRC into the adjacent Tanjong Pagar GRC, a historical stronghold for the PAP. Ong was subsequently announced as part of the PAP's team for Tanjong Pagar GRC.		Ahead of the 2025 General Election, the Electoral Boundaries Review Committee announced changes that moved the Telok Blangah division from West Coast GRC into the adjacent Tanjong Pagar GRC, a historical stronghold for the PAP. Ong was subsequently announced as part of the PAP's team for Tanjong Pagar GRC.
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	In her first term, Ong was appointed to several key parliamentary and party positions:		In her first term, Ong was appointed to several key parliamentary and party positions:

	* '''Government Parliamentary Committees (GPCs):''' She serves as a member of the GPCs for Defence, Foreign Affairs, and Manpower, providing feedback and suggestions on policies related to these ministries.		* '''Government Parliamentary Committees (GPCs):''' She serves as a member of the GPCs for Defence, Foreign Affairs, and Manpower, providing feedback and suggestions on policies related to these ministries.<ref name=":2" />
	* '''Estimates Committee:''' She is a member of the Parliamentary Estimates Committee, which is responsible for examining the government's budget and expenditure.		* '''Estimates Committee:''' She is a member of the Parliamentary Estimates Committee, which is responsible for examining the government's budget and expenditure.<ref name=":2" />
	* '''West Coast Town Council:''' During her tenure as MP for West Coast GRC, she served as Vice-Chairperson of the town council.		* '''West Coast Town Council:''' During her tenure as MP for West Coast GRC, she served as Vice-Chairperson of the town council.<ref>https://wctc.org.sg/rachel-ong-sin-yen/</ref>
	* '''PAP Mental Health Group:''' Ong holds a prominent role as Co-Chairperson of the PAP Mental Health Group, which was launched in October 2024. The group works with communities to destigmatize mental health issues, promote psychological well-being, and strengthen care systems. It has also publicly advocated for policy changes, such as lowering the age of consent for individuals seeking mental health services.		* '''PAP Mental Health Group:''' Ong holds a prominent role as Co-Chairperson of the PAP Mental Health Group, which was launched in October 2024. The group works with communities to destigmatize mental health issues, promote psychological well-being, and strengthen care systems. It has also publicly advocated for policy changes, such as lowering the age of consent for individuals seeking mental health services.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" />

	=== Key Parliamentary Speeches and Positions ===		=== Key Parliamentary Speeches and Positions ===

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	'''Rachel Ong Sin Yen''' (Chinese: 王心妍; pinyin: ''Wáng Xīnyán''; born 1972) is a Singaporean politician, businesswoman, and social advocate who has served as a Member of Parliament (MP) since 2020. A member of the governing People's Action Party (PAP), she currently represents the Telok Blangah division of Tanjong Pagar Group Representation Constituency (GRC).		'''Rachel Ong Sin Yen''' (Chinese: 王心妍; pinyin: ''Wáng Xīnyán''; born 1972) is a Singaporean politician, businesswoman, and social advocate who has served as a Member of Parliament (MP) since 2020.<ref name=":0">https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rachel_Ong</ref> A member of the governing People's Action Party (PAP), she currently represents the Telok Blangah division of Tanjong Pagar Group Representation Constituency (GRC).<ref name=":1">https://www.pap.org.sg/representative/rachel-ong-sin-yen/</ref>

	Ong's public life is characterized by the concurrent leadership of ventures across the private, social, and public sectors. Before entering politics, she established a significant profile as the founder of ROHEI, an award-winning corporate learning and consulting firm focused on building high-trust organisational cultures. Her extensive work in social advocacy began long before her political career, most notably with the founding of Trybe Ltd in 2001, a registered charity dedicated to supporting at-risk youth. She also serves as the Chairman of The Purple Parade, Singapore's largest movement for disability inclusion.		Ong's public life is characterized by the concurrent leadership of ventures across the private, social, and public sectors. Before entering politics, she established a significant profile as the founder of ROHEI, an award-winning corporate learning and consulting firm focused on building high-trust organisational cultures.<ref name=":2">https://www.parliament.gov.sg/docs/default-source/cv/brief-of-rachel-ong-nov-2024.pdf?sfvrsn=89515008_2</ref> Her extensive work in social advocacy began long before her political career, most notably with the founding of Trybe Ltd in 2001, a registered charity dedicated to supporting at-risk youth.<ref name=":3">https://managementconsultingawards.ceotodaymagazine.com/winners/rachel-ong/</ref> She also serves as the Chairman of The Purple Parade, Singapore's largest movement for disability inclusion.<ref name=":2" />

	She made her political debut in the 2020 General Election and holds several key appointments within Parliament and the PAP, including co-chair of the party's Mental Health Group. Her career demonstrates an integrated approach, where principles of human-centric leadership developed in her business and social work are applied to her role in public service and policy-making.		She made her political debut in the 2020 General Election and holds several key appointments within Parliament and the PAP, including co-chair of the party's Mental Health Group. Her career demonstrates an integrated approach, where principles of human-centric leadership developed in her business and social work are applied to her role in public service and policy-making.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" />

	== Early Life and Education ==		== Early Life and Education ==
	Rachel Ong was born in Singapore in 1972. She has described herself as having been an introverted and shy child, with early ambitions of becoming a professional pianist or a librarian.		Rachel Ong was born in Singapore in 1972.<ref name=":0" /> She has described herself as having been an introverted and shy child, with early ambitions of becoming a professional pianist or a librarian.<ref name=":4">https://brandzasia.com/a-deep-insight-into-the-award-winning-work-culture-at-rohei/</ref>

	Ong holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from a dual-degree program jointly offered by INSEAD and Tsinghua University.		Ong holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from a dual-degree program jointly offered by INSEAD and Tsinghua University.<ref name=":2" />

	Notably, official biographies and public profiles do not contain information regarding her educational history prior to her postgraduate studies, such as the primary school, secondary school, or university she attended for her undergraduate degree. This stands in contrast to the detailed academic pedigrees often highlighted for other prominent Singaporean political figures. This focus suggests a public narrative that is deliberately framed around her professional and social achievements rather than her formative academic background. By beginning her story with the founding of her social and business ventures, her public persona is defined more by her tangible accomplishments and entrepreneurial meritocracy than by a traditional elite academic pathway.		Notably, official biographies and public profiles do not contain information regarding her educational history prior to her postgraduate studies, such as the primary school, secondary school, or university she attended for her undergraduate degree. This stands in contrast to the detailed academic pedigrees often highlighted for other prominent Singaporean political figures. This focus suggests a public narrative that is deliberately framed around her professional and social achievements rather than her formative academic background. By beginning her story with the founding of her social and business ventures, her public persona is defined more by her tangible accomplishments and entrepreneurial meritocracy than by a traditional elite academic pathway.<ref name=":1" /><ref name=":2" />

	It is important to note that other public figures share the name Rachel Ong, including Professor Rachel Ong, an economist at Curtin University in Australia ; Rachel Ong, a collegiate bowler from Singapore who attended Anglo-Chinese Junior College ; and Rachel Ong, a primary school teacher in Australia. These are distinct individuals and should not be confused with the Member of Parliament.		It is important to note that other public figures share the name Rachel Ong, including Professor Rachel Ong, an economist at Curtin University in Australia<ref>https://www.ahuri.edu.au/analysis/news/ahuri-researcher-profile-rachel-ong</ref>; Rachel Ong, a collegiate bowler from Singapore who attended Anglo-Chinese Junior College<ref>https://latechsports.com/sports/womens-bowling/roster/rachel-ong/14101</ref>; and Rachel Ong, a primary school teacher in Australia. These are distinct individuals and should not be confused with the Member of Parliament.<ref>https://missrachelong.weebly.com/</ref>

	== Career in Business and Social Advocacy ==		== Career in Business and Social Advocacy ==
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	=== ROHEI: A Mission-Driven Enterprise ===		=== ROHEI: A Mission-Driven Enterprise ===
	In 2007, Rachel Ong founded ROHEI, a corporate learning and consulting firm. She has described the venture not as a planned business ambition but as a "calling to serve the global workforce," referring to herself as an "accidental business owner". The firm's name, "ROHEI," is a Hebrew word meaning "shepherd," which reflects its stated mission to "shepherd and to nudge" organisations and their employees. The company's purpose is to "inspire hope, joy, courage and purpose" by focusing on three core areas: building trust within companies, developing "relationally competent leaders," and navigating the human aspects of organisational change.		In 2007, Rachel Ong founded ROHEI, a corporate learning and consulting firm.<ref name=":4" /> She has described the venture not as a planned business ambition but as a "calling to serve the global workforce," referring to herself as an "accidental business owner".<ref name=":3" /> The firm's name, "ROHEI," is a Hebrew word meaning "shepherd," which reflects its stated mission to "shepherd and to nudge" organisations and their employees.<ref name=":4" /> The company's purpose is to "inspire hope, joy, courage and purpose" by focusing on three core areas: building trust within companies, developing "relationally competent leaders," and navigating the human aspects of organisational change.<ref name=":4" />

	Under Ong's leadership, ROHEI grew from a two-person team to a staff of over 60 full-time consultants. The firm has adopted a distinctive business model by employing its staff on a full-time basis, a departure from the industry norm of using part-time, commission-based associates. This strategy was implemented to foster deeper employee loyalty, cultivate a strong internal culture, and ensure long-term, consistent relationships with clients. This approach has garnered significant external recognition; since 2015, ROHEI has been consistently named by the Great Place to Work Institute as one of the "Top 5 Best Workplaces in Asia" and a "Best Workplace in Singapore". The company has also expanded its operations internationally, with a registered entity in Shanghai and a foundation in Manila.		Under Ong's leadership, ROHEI grew from a two-person team to a staff of over 60 full-time consultants.<ref name=":3" /> The firm has adopted a distinctive business model by employing its staff on a full-time basis, a departure from the industry norm of using part-time, commission-based associates. This strategy was implemented to foster deeper employee loyalty, cultivate a strong internal culture, and ensure long-term, consistent relationships with clients. This approach has garnered significant external recognition; since 2015, ROHEI has been consistently named by the Great Place to Work Institute as one of the "Top 5 Best Workplaces in Asia" and a "Best Workplace in Singapore". The company has also expanded its operations internationally, with a registered entity in Shanghai and a foundation in Manila.<ref name=":2" />

	Ong's leadership philosophy at ROHEI is centered on creating a high-trust culture with "zero office politics and gossip". She defines trust with the equation:		Ong's leadership philosophy at ROHEI is centered on creating a high-trust culture with "zero office politics and gossip". She defines trust with the equation:<ref name=":4" />

	(Credibility+Reliability+Safety)÷Self−Interest, emphasizing that psychological safety is a critical and often overlooked component of effective leadership. This enterprise effectively served as a real-world laboratory for the human-centric principles she would later bring into the political arena. The focus on building cultures that "honour both people and results" provided her with over a decade of practical experience in implementing ideas of community, well-being, and social cohesion before she applied them to public policy.		(Credibility+Reliability+Safety)÷Self−Interest, emphasizing that psychological safety is a critical and often overlooked component of effective leadership.<ref name=":4" /> This enterprise effectively served as a real-world laboratory for the human-centric principles she would later bring into the political arena. The focus on building cultures that "honour both people and results" provided her with over a decade of practical experience in implementing ideas of community, well-being, and social cohesion before she applied them to public policy.<ref name=":1" />

	=== Social Advocacy: A Lifelong Commitment ===		=== Social Advocacy: A Lifelong Commitment ===