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SMU alumna and five-time Paralympic gold medallist Yip Pin Xiu was named the inaugural recipient of the President's Award for Inspiring Achievement, Minister for Culture, Community and Youth Edwin Tong announced in Parliament on Tuesday (Oct 5). The para-swimmer is best known among Singaporeans for her achievement in her sport. She won five gold medals in three Paralympic Games over 13 years, most recently with two wins at the Tokyo Games in August. Mr Tong, however, noted that she has made "extensive contributions" to the nation outside the pool as well. She served as a Nominated Member of Parliament from 2018 to 2020, when she advocated on issues such as sports and inclusion, and spoke out against campus sexual violence and workplace harassment. Pin Xiu continues to impact the lives of many by serving in various organisations, including non-sporting ones.
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