NDP 2020: Special brooch and scarf worn by President Halimah feature artwork by people with disabilities

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SINGAPORE – Sharp-eyed Singaporeans would have spotted the unique designs on the red-and-white silk cotton scarf and colourful enamel brooch that President Halimah Yacob donned at the Padang parade on Sunday morning (Aug 9).

Both accessories incorporated the designs of two artists with visual impairments — Ms Katy Lee, 70, and Ms Adeline Vejaletchmy, 58 — from the Singapore Association of the Visually Handicapped.

Their artwork reflects their love for Singapore and is also featured among the 20 designs for this year’s NDP packs.

Ms Lee’s design, titled Colours Of My Country, features the colours red, blue and green, and incorporates high-rise buildings and trees.

“Red is associated with vibrancy and life… while blue represents safety and security as well as clear blue skies,” she said.

“Green – I love our gardens and parks, we’re a small country but we have so much greenery,” said Ms Lee, adding that her favourite park is the Botanic Gardens, where she often goes on walks, to people-watch or doodle a quick sketch.

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