SMU alumna and Paralympian Yip Pin Xiu has accomplished many feats in her 29 years, including five Paralympian gold medals and a stint as Nominated Member of Parliament. One of her most recent achievements was in sparking the lively discussion about the value of the Paralympic versus Olympic medals. The discussion extends beyond mere pecuniary considerations, and Pin Xiu herself said she is not so much concerned with the dollar amount as with the issue of parity. The disparity in the reward amount indicates a mindset that Singaporeans need to address, and redress, in the wider context of society here.
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