SMU Dean of Students and Professor of Sociology (Practice) Paulin Straughan said, "I suspect in Singapore, it is ignorance and fear that are causing a divide. So, we do whatever we can to allay the fears – through support, education and encouragement." While vaccine-differentiated social management measures are necessary in the journey towards herd immunity, she stresses that it is important to remember the needs of those who cannot get their shots for medical reasons, and try to facilitate their inclusion wherever possible.