May 13, 2026, Singapore. The WIPO Singapore Office was pleased to participate in the fun and vibrant opening ceremony of the SG IP Mentorship Programme, an initiative jointly supported by the IPOS Society and Licensing Society Singapore, to strengthen friendships, co learning, and cohesion within Singapore’s IP ecosystem.
The 4-month SG IP Mentorship programme saw an overwhelming response of over 25 pairs of mentors and mentees, comprising experienced IP professionals and emerging practitioners, with the aim of fostering knowledge exchange, professional development, and a strong sense of community within the IP sector. The opening ceremony set an energetic and collaborative tone for the journey ahead, highlighting the importance of mentorship as a cornerstone for building sustainable IP capabilities.
Ms Thitapha Wattanapruttipaisan, Director of WIPO Singapore Office delivering the opening remarks. Photo: IPOS Society.
WIPO Singapore’s participation reflects its continued commitment to capacity building, talent development, and ecosystem engagement in the region. By engaging with local partners and the IP community, WIPO Singapore helps bridging global IP frameworks with local needs, nurturing the next generation of IP leaders while strengthening Singapore’s own role as a hub for innovation and intellectual property in Asia.
Photo taken with the panelists, left to right: Mr Jack Cheng Yu-Chao, Ms Li Ming Tan, Ms Thitapha Wattanapruttipaisan, Ms Constance Leong and Mr Eugene Hor.
WIPO Singapore looks forward to supporting the continued success of the SG IP Mentorship Programme and to further collaborations that empower IP talent and advance the effective use of intellectual property for growth and development.
Official launch of the SG IP Mentorship Programme, in collaboration with WIPO, IPOS Society and Licensing Society Singapore.
Discover how WIPO Singapore supports the IP ecosystem through programmes, partnerships, and access to WIPO’s global services by visiting the WIPO Singapore Office website.