Prime Minister Lawrence Wong launched the People's Association Youth Charter, emphasizing the role of young Singaporeans in shaping the nation's future. The charter, developed through extensive youth engagement, focuses on mental health, racial and religious harmony, and environment and sustainability. PM Wong also announced a grant to support youth-led community initiatives, encouraging active participation in building a better Singapore.
PM Lawrence Wong engaged volunteers with the People's Association's Youth Networks alongside Minister for Culture, Community and Youth Edwin Tong.Siti Nur Sarah was just 14 when her mother brought her out for a spring cleaning event organised by the estate's Residents' Committee, joining voluntary works to help underprivileged communities living in the Jalan Kayu area.
"While there are many initiatives and events out there promoting sustainability and the environment... the act ofOnce there's one person who's willing to make that change, their friends would naturally be very curious, and when they gradually join in events, that's when they'll realise in Singapore."Looking ahead, more young Singaporeans like Sarah may embrace volunteering for the community.
Building upon the Forward Singapore exercise, the PA Youth Charter - developed after a 15-month outreach effort by the PAYM - aims to refresh the youth social compact and understand changing aspirations of young Singaporeans today. He shared that the Youth Charter is the culmination of the 127,000 messages, feedback and input from youth.
He explained that the Charter will include 18 statements that reflect the values that Singaporean youths are committed to upholding and living by. This grant is to help grassroots organisations and residents create initiatives that contribute back to society and the community.
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