Civic conversation toolkit to help youths discuss issues on race, religion
To foster safe and open discussion on sensitive topics, the civic conversation toolkit “Beneath the Surface” was launched, on Race and Religion.
Loving and caring for people with disabilities at Red Cross Home
The Red Cross Home for the Disabled in Lengkok Bahru celebrates its 70th anniversary this year. Explore stories of friendship and bonds in this facility.
Toys for visually impaired babies
This 22-year-old product designer created toys to help visually impaired babies enjoy their food
Diversity and inclusivity resonate most among Singaporeans at Forward Singapore engagements
Participants shared a few changes they hope to see, including corporate laws and policies being built to protect the disadvantaged, such as the disabled.
Purple Parade gets physical again after two years of online performances
Founded in 2013, the Purple Parade is Singapore’s largest movement that supports creating a more inclusive environment for persons with disabilities (PWDs).
The Stories Behind: Father posts autistic son's activities on TikTok
Seeing the artwork and calligraphy plastered on the kitchen walls of Mr Bob Lee Keng Siang's home, it demonstrated Mr Lee’s deep sense of pride for his 15-year-old son Jun Le.
Migrant workers can now pick up bags, fans and shoes for free at a new shop in InspIRRe
Migrant workers can now pick up free items such as bags, fans and mattresses donated by the public at a newly opened shop.
8 highlights from Enabling Masterplan 2030 to empower persons with disabilities
A total of 29 recommendations were made in the Enabling Masterplan 2030, to support persons with disabilities and enable them to contribute to society.
Societies cannot survive without the social glue that bonds people together: President Halimah
Societies cannot survive, let alone thrive, without the social glue that bonds people together, said President Halimah Yacob on Tuesday (Sep 6) at the International Conference on Cohesive Societies (ICCS).
The International Conference on Cohesive Societies (ICCS) 2022
Through the theme “Confident Identities, Connected Communities”, the International Conference on Cohesive Societies (ICCS) 2022 will re-examine our connections with our communities.
Food connects Singaporeans!
Throughout Jeya’s time as a spice-mixer in the wet market, he has built close relationships with customers of different cultures and races.
Meet the Helper Coaching Other Domestic Helpers
For domestic helper Nur Aini, she conducts life skill and language classes to empower her community during her weekends. Find out about what she does!
My Friendship with a Boy with Special Needs
Huda met Isaac while interning at his preschool and was drawn to his cheerful personality despite Isaac’s genetic disorder of Noonan Syndrome. Find out more about their friendship.
Forward Singapore Exercise to look at Better Support for People with Disabilities
The Government's Forward Singapore exercise will consider providing better care and support and ensuring a more inclusive society.
#SGinHarmony – From neighbours to BFFs
Three individuals went from neighbours to BFFs, who now celebrate every festivity along the corridor. Today, they are one big family who indulge in each other’s cultures.
Polytechnic students with disabilities gain job skills with career programme
Students with disabilities have more access to digital training and career opportunities with a 12-week career preparation programme.
Bands by people with disabilities hit right note with launch of debut singles
This centre runs courses in musical instruments for people with various disabilities aged 18 and above to develop their musical and performance potential.
Inter-Racial and Religious Confidence Circle to be renamed, aims to attract more youths and women
The Inter-Racial and Religious Confidence Circle (IRCC) will be renamed the Racial and Religious Harmony Circle to ensure relevancy of the platform.
Bridging the Learning Gap in Children
With a passion to serve the community since primary school days, a youth joined Youth Corps Leaders programme, involving herself with KidsCount to assist in bridging the learning gap in children.
Welcoming Migrant Workers in Our Backyard
A ground-up campaign that aims to raise awareness in relation to Migrant Workers by pre-empting tensions and countering "Not-In-My-Backyard" sentiments from the community.
Treating Everyday Racism or Microaggression as Anything but Casual
Academics and government officials use "casual racism" to describe racist remarks passed as casual remarks or jokes. What do you know about them, and how should you respond?
More youths in Singapore stepping up to engage migrant workers in creative ways
Singaporean youths are doing their part to advocate the well-being of migrant workers despite the COVID-19 pandemic.
Temasek Polytechnic student with cerebral palsy designs platform raising awareness about persons with disabilities
Nineteen-year-old Jay Ng aims to foster bonds between the able-bodied and persons with disabilities with his project.
Did you know that Singapore has Inclusive Playgrounds and Therapeutic Gardens?
They are community spaces that you can visit with people with disabilities (PwD) or for your own well-being!
Swimming helped this boy with autism
This youth’s patience and understanding changed a boy’s life as his love for swimming grew.
Too young to make a difference? Meet these youths who think otherwise!
They have a common goal — to make the world a better place for those with special needs.
Ex-art student now helps children discover their passion through artmaking
2022 marks her 10th year as an art educator and she continues spending her days impacting the lives of young children.
Special-needs artists create artwork from upcycled cosmetics
Exhibition at The Fullerton Hotel showcases 38 pieces of art by youths with disabilities to promote sustainability.
Ensuring A Holistic Learning Experience For Children
Cahaya Community, a registered charity run by vibrant youths that takes on a holistic perspective towards social support.
“Love In Action” – an Art Exhibition As part of the Give A Voice campaign
Montfort Care’s Big Love Child Protection Specialist Centre presents a special art exhibition to address issues of child abuse at Bedok Public Library.
Five Tips On How To Land A Job Before Graduation
In the face of rejection, accept and learn from it with grace!
youth raises 5,000 for disabled stranger
A chance encounter with a disabled senior inspired Muhammad Alfian to go the extra mile.
20-year-old self-taught engineer repairs laptops for those in need
Together with non-profit organisation, Engineering Good, they’ve repaired and delivered some 2,000 laptops to students from low-income housholds.
In Building a Post-Pandemic World, Have We Forgotten the Elderly?
Technology is making life simpler for us, but what about the elderlies?
Giving Young, Differently-Abled Artists the Spotlight
Inclusive Young talent – a year long program by Access Path Production for differently abled youths to train and develop their artistic talent
5 key takeaways from pre-Budget 2022 engagement
There is more than just the GST Vouchers to look forward to at the Budget 2022.
Hearing aids: Frequently asked questions and common misconceptions
How can you tell when someone is losing their hearing? And why do some elderly people have difficulty hearing even when using hearing aids?
MOE tracking progress of vulnerable students in its Uplift schemes
Increased efforts in supporting troubled & at-risk students.
Bringing cheer to underprivileged kids on their birthdays
One Wish SG - a non profit organization that brings cakes, presents and more to children from low-income families.
Caring for a brother with Autism
A student’s journey in being a caregiver for a sibling with severe autism.
YCM Team Rental Hearts provides academic support to underprivileged children
Rental Hearts will be organising a book drive starting 27 November, to collect textbooks and assessment books to help underprivileged children.
Increase in monthly wages for security officers
Updating the Progressive Wage Model for the well-being of low income workers
At the Heart of Singapore’s Mutual Aid Initiatives Lies Community
What is Mutual Aid? How is it different from Charity Work?
The uncomfortable reality behind foreign domestic work in Singapore
Is it enough to rely on the letter of the law and ideal employers to protect FDWs’ rights? What more can be done?
Talking about Identity with Singapore's Minorities over food
How racial minorities in Singapore celebrate resilience, identity & sense of belonging
Preparing low-income students for life outside the classroom
Mindblown – a pilot programme that teaches key lifelong skills to at-risk teens
Supporting the caregivers of persons with disabilities
A new support group to help caregivers fight loneliness
How media coverage helped community organisation attract volunteers
Raising awareness & highlighting key issues in various communities in need
Diving deeper into eldercare
What are the missing pieces in Singapore’s residential eldercare puzzle?
Creating opportunities for residents with intellectual disabilities within community spaces
Efforts in building togetherness & inclusivity
A journey in fighting for disability rights
A chat with Fathima Zohra on being differently-abled
Confronting illiteracy in Singapore
Stepping into the shoes of adults struggling to cope with the English language
YAC S2 Team Impart enables transformative youth development through volunteer-driven solutions
Efforts spanning across education, community and youth mental health
Higher Wages For Lowest-Paid Workers In Singapore - Who Wins?
How higher wages for the lowest paid will impact businesses and consumers
When Will We Start Ferrying Migrant Workers Like Human Beings?
Fighting for the basic rights of our migrant workers, the cornerstones of our society
A Friend in Need: Battling Loneliness one door at a time
Tackling the issue of social isolation and high suicide rates of seniors
Tackling Social Inequality with Literacy
Offering English lessons to kids from low-income backgrounds
Thriving in their jobs despite their disabilities
Moving towards a more accepting and caring society
Breakfast, lunch – it’s on us | Krsna’s Free Meals
Serving free food to our migrant workers and needy Singaporeans
The Widening Education Gap for Underprivileged in Asia
Parents and students grapple with covid-19 risks vs rewards of going back to schools
Progressive wages for 8/10 lower-wage workers by 2023
Besides cleaning, security, landscape and maintenance sectors, workers under retail, F&B and waste management will be covered
Surviving as a Food Delivery Rider in Singapore & Hong Kong
Barriers to entry are low, but is it worth it?
Life Uprooted | Bye, Tanglin Halt
How Will The Elderly Cope With Relocation and Social Isolation?
Stories of our Everyday Heroes
Spotlight on the many who had to make sacrifices and adapt to changing circumstances due to Covid-19
Conversation on Successful Ageing
Discussing ways to help seniors age positively and gracefully
Volunteer with YAC S2 Team Impart
Looking for volunteers to weekly tutor youths taking 'N' / 'O' Levels
How We Can Support Our Offline Hawkers
Our Grandfather Story show how we can support hawkers not on online platforms
The rise of virtual volunteering, and internships
Youths looking beyond barriers to create opportunities for themselves and those around them
Young S'poreans step forward to give back amid pandemic
Spreading awareness about importance of environmental conservation and mental health
Can Ask Meh? In-Focus | Maxx's Story
Dealing With The Social Stigma Of Dyslexia And Memory Loss
I Work With Seniors, And This Is Why Some Aren't Getting Vaccinated
200,000 seniors are yet to be vaccinated. Here's why
Classroom in a box
Using cardboard box to create a mobile 'classroom-in-a-box'
Movement of Inclusivity
YAC S1 team - Launching of lanyard to support those with hidden disabilities
With online scams on the rise, digital ambassadors prevent vulnerable seniors from falling victim
Increased support for elderly by preventing falling prey to scam
Art Exhibition by 16 year old with autism
An art exhibition will be held in August, and half of the sales will be donated to Cat Welfare Society
Workcare Grant: Funding to provide rest areas for lower-wage workers
Rest areas created in malls for workers, providing a safe and positive environment to work at
Empowering Youths With Special Needs to Give Back
Involving & empowering those with special needs to help others in their own capacity (featured by OGS)
Life as a Cleaner: overcoming discrimination
Our Grandfather Story's video series featuring everyday people
In the shoes of a wheelchair user
I followed a friend in a wheelchair for an evening
Blind at 31: rebuilding life with a Guide Dog
Our Grandfather Story's video series featuring everyday people
New initiatives to increase support for Persons with Disabilities
National roadmap: building a more inclusive society for persons with disabilities
Access to justice: Stories from a pro bono lawyer
Through their eyes: series by O+ under Our Grandfather Story
Scratchbac: a hyperlocal social resource sharing platform
YAC S2 project: exchange offers and requests within your neighbourhood easily
Make an impact to support vulnerable groups
YCM project Engineering for Good improves lives through sustainable engineering solutions
Meet the Singaporean working with Refugees in Syria
Part of the 'Singaporeans Abroad' series by Rice Media
Singapore Sonnets
6-part series featuring migrant workers connecting to home through their passions
Do frontline lower-wage workers feel appreciated?
4 individuals from cleaning industries share the difficulties they faced
Halfway houses now take in offenders on community-based programmes
Efforts to better rehabilitate offenders back to society
Trailblazing women breaking barriers and empowering others
Stories of two women carving their own path in society
Use your skillsets to make an impact
Engineering for Good: a YouthChangemakers project helping people with sustainable solutions
New groups to be formed by government
Following feedback from 17,000 Singaporeans, to tackle various issues including elderly
Youth in action: giving voice to everyday women
They started a platform for women to have safe spaces online
Youth Corps Singapore
Volunteer and serve the community, meet like-minded and passionate youth!
Enabling Lives Initiative (ELI) grant launched
Supporting projects that help people with disabilities and fund public education
Living with Dementia By Our Grandfather Story
Can ask meh? video series featuring stories of families
Voices of our migrants
Join in the conversation on their COVID-19 experiences online and in-person
Access Singapore
Providing career exposure opportunities for normal-stream students
What youth are saying about Support for Vulnerable Groups
Join the conversation and have your say
Making Support for Vulnerable Groups Sustainable
An honest discussion with Joel Lim, Shahira Abdullah and Scratchbac
SG Cares
A national movement to foster a more caring and inclusive society, helping those in need
UTBT - YAC Season 2 team
Youth aim to help home food business owners affected by Covid-19
Home Away From Home - YAC Season 2 team
Youth aim to create a support system for foreign hospital nurses
Students raise money to support others
ITE students raise $86,000 for peers affected by Covid-19 pandemic
The Enabling Mark
New Accreditation framework to promote hiring of people with disabilities
Resources to help vulnerable groups
Do not leave vulnerable groups behind as economy transforms amid Covid-19
ComCare Assistance
This support for over 6000 low-income households will be extended
What does inequality look like in Singapore?
Video highlighing inequality in Singapore by Our Grandfather Story
Ambisense - YAC Season 1 team
Youth team designed a smart watch for the Deaf
Project Juvenile Crime - YAC Season 1 team
They engage youths-at-risk in sports activities and character building
Project SITEY - YAC Season 1 team
Youth develop a work-study programme and quicker assistance for low-income students
KidSTART by Early Childhood Development Agency
Programme empowering children from low-income families
UPLIFT by Ministry of Education
Initiative to strengthen after-school support and build mental and emotional resilience
ComCare by Ministry of Social and Family Development
Providing assistance for families going through financial difficulties
M3 Youth Mentoring Office
Connecting Malay/Muslim youth with mentors and role-models in the community
"Look Beyond My Disability, See The True Me" campaign
Encouraging public to see persons with disabilities for who they are
SG Fresh Produce logo
Found on packagings to help consumers identify local produce
Second Meal
Tech enabled pay-it-forward initiative providing free meals for people in need
Brave The New
Resource for those who feeling stressed or anxious during COVID-19 times