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Eugene Seah was born with Apert Syndrome, a genetic disorder that caused him to have an abnormal head shape and facial features as well as fused fingers. The 24-year-old is a first-year social work undergraduate at the National University of Singapore, and is one of the recipients of the Asia Pacific Breweries Foundation Scholarship for Persons with Disabilities 2024.

22-year-old Daniel Lai was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at a young age. He started his education journey at a special education school, which provided a supportive environment for his early development. At age seven, he transitioned to mainstream school – a shift that brought significant challenges.

Raphaella Renanthera Gautama was diagnosed at 15 with fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP), an ultra-rare genetic condition characterised by abnormal bone development of muscles, soft tissues and tendons.