This talk delves into the historical evolution of Chinese institutions in Singapore, focusing on Chinese clan associations and religious organizations. Utilizing Geographic Information System (GIS) technology, we aim to showcase the transformative processes of these institutions through the lens of digital humanities research. 

Drawing from extensive fieldwork, our analysis will systematically explore the evolution and adopt a macroscopic approach, encompassing a range of issues. This includes transitioning from village temples to united temples and establishing secondary networks. Additionally, we will examine the relationship between prominent figures in the Nanyang region and Chinese organizations, along with practices like spirit mediums and rituals. We will also explore the connections between Singaporean Chinese organizations, their ancestral origins, and their local and transnational networks.

Speaker: 
Dr WU Qi is a research fellow at the Asia Research Institute of NUS. Her research focuses on overseas Chinese society and religions, with a keen interest in the transregional network of Chinese religious and charity organizations. Her works concentrate on Chinese religions, community, and cyberspace in Singapore. The National Heritage Board of Singapore has funded her new project concerning kampong heritage and local Chinese temples in Singapore.