Living in a multi-racial society gives us an opportunity to learn how to appreciate one another from different races and help us to build a firm and lasting friendship by immersing into one another's cultures. Collected as part of the Orange Ribbon Celebrations 2012 for the "What's Your Story?" Photo Blurb Competition where Singaporeans document by way of photos what the pledge means to them. The Orange Ribbon Celebrations is a signature national event in July to celebrate Racial Harmony and is a focal point to promote understanding, appreciation and trust among Singapore's multi-racial and multi-religious society.