From a09bb1a09c9aab72705411a977b35b75963cc8f8 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Natasha Ann Lum Date: Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:14:19 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 1/2] interview: add nlb launchpad notes --- .../E06-national-library-board-launchpad.md | 110 ++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 110 insertions(+) create mode 100644 docs/research/stakeholders/interview-notes/E06-national-library-board-launchpad.md diff --git a/docs/research/stakeholders/interview-notes/E06-national-library-board-launchpad.md b/docs/research/stakeholders/interview-notes/E06-national-library-board-launchpad.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..b55db30 --- /dev/null +++ b/docs/research/stakeholders/interview-notes/E06-national-library-board-launchpad.md @@ -0,0 +1,110 @@ +# E06: National Library Board Consultation Summary + +**Interviewee:** Jean Yong, NLB Launchpad (TSG) +**Purpose:** Research strategy consultation for age-appropriate content assessment tool + +--- + +## Key Takeaways + +### Research Resources Identified + +**1. Ratings Systems for Child-Appropriate Content** +- IMDA Online Safety framework and reports +- Industry standards and Codes of Practice +- Singapore Standards Council database (free via NLB) + +**2. Developmental Research Sources** +- MOH: Evidence review of screen use in childhood +- WHO: Teens, screens and mental health +- APA: Youth social media guidelines (2024) +- Academic systematic reviews via ProQuest Central + +**3. Networking & Community** +- Digital For Life (events, resources, funding opportunities) +- SG Women in Tech +- SGTech EdTech Community + +--- + +## Research Strategy Recommendations + +### Search Terms for Literature Review + +**Product R&D Keywords:** +- Internet/online/cyber safety +- Digital media literacy/wellness +- Social media, online gaming, screen time, parental controls +- Harmful content: sexual/violent/suicide/self-harm/cyberbullying + +**Target User Keywords:** +- Childhood, adolescents, preschool, children, teen, youths, young adults, students + +**Developmental Research Keywords:** +- Emotional/cognitive/psychological development/regulation +- Obesity, sleep, neurodevelopment, addiction + +--- + +## Specific Resources to Explore + +### IMDA Online Safety Framework +- **Online Safety Act** - Legal requirements +- **Codes of Practice for Online Safety** - Social media service requirements for child safety +- **Online Safety Report** - Includes Mystery Shoppers Test (potential automation opportunity) + +### Singapore Standards Council +- Free access via NLB Multimedia Stations +- Industry best practices (guidelines, not requirements) +- Access: Login with library account → e-resources icon + +### MOH Resources +- Guidance on screen use in children +- Evidence review consolidating scientific research +- Screen use expert subgroup (potential expert consultation) + +### ProQuest Central +- Business reports and trade publications +- Peer-reviewed journals +- Systematic review articles +- Access: [eresources.nlb.gov.sg](https://eresources.nlb.gov.sg) + +--- + +## Business Development Opportunities + +### Funding & Support +- **Digital For Life Grand Call** - Project funding for online safety initiatives +- **SME Centres** - Business advisors for challenges, planning, funding options +- **Ace.sg** - Incubator programs for entrepreneurs + +### Networking +- **Digital For Life** - Webinars, workshops on online safety +- **SG Women in Tech** - Community support +- **SGTech** - EdTech community connections + +### Startup Ecosystem +- **Startup SG** - Directory of startups, incubators, accelerators, investors +- **GoBusiness** - Business setup resources + +--- + +## Action Items + +1. ✅ Access IMDA Online Safety reports and Codes of Practice +2. ✅ Review MOH evidence review on screen use in children +3. ✅ Search ProQuest Central for systematic reviews on developmental factors +4. ✅ Explore Singapore Standards Council database via NLB +5. ✅ Review WHO and APA guidelines on youth and digital media +6. ⏳ Consider Digital For Life Grand Call for funding +7. ⏳ Connect with relevant communities (Digital For Life, SGTech EdTech) +8. ⏳ Investigate automation potential for IMDA Mystery Shoppers Test methodology + +--- + +## Notes + +- NLB Launchpad provides research strategy support, NOT business advice +- Focus on systematic reviews to consolidate existing literature efficiently +- Singapore has established frameworks (IMDA) that can inform tool development +- Strong ecosystem support available for edtech/child safety startups in Singapore From 923748c495df15768f7eaa0bdd15190e8061b932 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Natasha Ann Lum Date: Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:15:54 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 2/2] docs: update consultation details --- .../interview-notes/E06-national-library-board-launchpad.md | 2 ++ 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+) diff --git a/docs/research/stakeholders/interview-notes/E06-national-library-board-launchpad.md b/docs/research/stakeholders/interview-notes/E06-national-library-board-launchpad.md index b55db30..324b743 100644 --- a/docs/research/stakeholders/interview-notes/E06-national-library-board-launchpad.md +++ b/docs/research/stakeholders/interview-notes/E06-national-library-board-launchpad.md @@ -2,6 +2,8 @@ **Interviewee:** Jean Yong, NLB Launchpad (TSG) **Purpose:** Research strategy consultation for age-appropriate content assessment tool +**Date:** 2026-02-11 +**Attendees:** Natasha, Victoria, Saloni ---