Ho Shiong Yee, the Assistant General Secretary of United Workers of Petroleum Industry (UWPI), is also a Branch Secretary and office administrator at The Polyolefin Company (TPC). Serving the union since 1986, she has witnessed and been part of many key transformations, including the merging of Singapore Petroleum Company Employees’ Union with UWPI in 2001.
As a mother of two, Shiong Yee understands the challenges women face who are juggling work and family commitments. With her help, TPC tapped on the resources of NTUC U Family and the WorkPro scheme to implement family-friendly practices. As such, her colleagues benefited from flexible work arrangements, paternity leave, a lactation room and more – all ahead of legislation.
To better engage women and raise their profile of participation in her union, which is predominantly made up of males, she spearheaded the UWPI Women’s Network and organised activities for its members.
Shiong Yee’s passion and selflessness are evident from the amount of time she has invested into the cause. She rose to the occasion to serve in the NTUC International Relations Committee, enabling herself to keep abreast of women’s issues and best practices globally. From 2006 to 2010, she also championed the upholding of marriages and family values as a National Family Council committee member.
Shiong Yee spreads her advocacy beyond her company and union to reach out to back-to-work women, single mums and even victims of family violence. Leveraging her multiple capacities as the Vice Chairperson of the NTUC Women’s Committee, the Vice President of the Singapore Council of Women’s Organisation and the Honorary Secretary of Star Shelter, she effectively galvanises support for the various beneficiaries.
The value-add that Shiong Yee has brought, and will continue to bring, is undeniable. She was conferred the Comrade of Labour Award in 2008 and the May Day Partnership Award in 2016. This year, NTUC is pleased to present her the Comrade of Labour (Star).
Nominated by United Workers of Petroleum Industry
