As a multinational organisation, Mapletree recognises that cultural inclusion is essential to fostering belonging across its diverse workforce. By honouring cultural traditions across different markets, and through its community and arts programmes, the Group reinforces appreciation for the rich cultural identities present among employees, tenants and the communities it serves.
To support cultural observances across its offices, employees were granted early release on the afternoons preceding major cultural holidays. The Group also disseminates festive e-cards for Chinese New Year, Deepavali, Eid (Hari Raya Puasa) and Christmas. These efforts reinforce cultural awareness across Mapletree’s global network. Mapletree also marked key cultural occasions through workplace events. Teams in the US commemorated Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with activities celebrating heritage and contributions to the country, while colleagues in Australia observed Harmony Day to promote inclusion and cross-cultural understanding. In India, employees celebrated Ayudha Pooja, reflecting respect for culturally significant traditions.
Cultural inclusion further extended into Mapletree’s arts and community engagements. Through Mapletree Arts in the City, lunchtime shows featured both popular and traditional performing arts, including the Asian Cultural Symphony Orchestra, which showcased a blend of Asian and Western instruments, and Bhaskar’s Arts Academy and AK Theatre, presenting Indian musical heritage and Tamil dance forms respectively. Community concerts at VivoCity included shows which celebrated Singapore’s multiculturalism during SG60, such as The TENG Ensemble’s Stories from an Island City, which featured guest performers such as Lalit Kumar, Nadi Singapura, Syafiqah ‘Adha and Voices of Singapore. Mapletree also supported Two Rivers (Part II) by Melisa Teo, a photo exhibition celebrating the 60th year of France-Singapore diplomatic relations, featuring images from the Singapore River and the Seine in Paris. Together, these initiatives demonstrated Mapletree’s commitment to nurturing culturally vibrant and inclusive communities.
Gamelan performance at Mapletree Business City during lunchtime for Mapletree Arts in the City.
