NCSS Singapore

14/11/2026

Congratulations to the 2026 graduates from MINDS and APSN Delta Senior School! 🎓

Earlier this week, our NCSS leaders joined both schools in celebrating their graduating students and the possibilities ahead as they embark on their next chapter.

These milestones remind us of the importance of supporting persons with disabilities through each stage of life, with opportunities to develop their strengths, pursue their aspirations, and participate meaningfully in the community.

🌱 when we each play our part. NCSS works alongside the sector to strengthen partnerships, deepen capabilities, and grow a broader ecosystem of support that respond to the diverse needs and aspirations of persons with disabilities and their families.

Together, we can make a lasting impact on lives and contribute towards a more caring and inclusive Singapore.

13/11/2026

Some career experiences don’t just shape what you do next. They change your life perspective and how you see the work altogether.

Kimberly and Tazkeen began their NCSS journeys as Graduate Associates, gaining frontline insights through attachments with SHINE Children & Youth Services. Today, as Managers at NCSS, they continue to bring these ground-level insights into their work that contributes to the broader social service sector.

✨ Through SHINE's Schools and Communities Group, Kimberly saw how everyday interactions rooted in empathy and trust can strengthen the support around children and families.

⭐ At grovve, Tazkeen experienced the value of listening to young people and giving them a meaningful voice in shaping the support designed for them.

Their journeys remind us that building a stronger social service sector starts with people who are willing to listen, learn and bring different perspectives into the work they do.

Because every experience can shape how we create better outcomes for the communities we serve.

📖 Read their story: https://www.ncss.gov.sg/about-us/hear-from-our-community/ncss-staff/reflections-from-kimberly-tazkeen/

🚀 Explore careers at NCSS: https://www.ncss.gov.sg/careers/careers-at-ncss/

13/11/2026

💛 Great ideas need strong foundations to create lasting impact.

As part of our efforts to deepen the capabilities of social service agencies, President’s Challenge brought together sector partners to explore how thoughtful programme design can translate good ideas into effective, user-centred support for individuals and families.

Facilitated by The Majurity Trust, the Sharpening Your Theory of Change workshop equipped participants with practical approaches to sharpen programme design, articulate intended outcomes and strengthen grant proposals, helping them build a clearer pathway from idea to action for sustainable social impact.

💬 Hear from participants as they share their key takeaways!

✨ Have an idea that could uplift lives? The President’s Challenge Grant 2027 supports programmes that empower individuals and create meaningful social impact.

🔗 Learn more and apply via the link in here: https://www.presidentschallenge.gov.sg/apply-for-grant/

Applications have been extended to 20 Nov 2026.

12/11/2026

How can social service agencies transform to better meet the needs of the communities they serve? 💡

For AWWA , transformation began with a desire to provide more holistic care and better outcomes for the people they support.

During the NCSS 40-Under-40 Learning Journey, AWWA CEO Mr J R Karthikeyan shared what sparked the organisation's transformation journey and how empowering Social Service Professionals to contribute ideas can turn insights from ground into meaningful change. 🤝

As agencies continue to navigate evolving social needs and challenges, strengthening organisational capabilities remains key to delivering better, more person-centric services. 💙 By creating opportunities for cross-sector learning and exchange, NCSS enables agencies to share experiences, learn from one another, and collective advance programmes and services to better serve our communities.

▶️ Watch the video to hear more about AWWA's transformation journey and key lessons from their experience.

Find out how the NCSS Transformation Sustainability Scheme (TSS) supports social service agencies’ transformation: https://www.ncss.gov.sg/grants/organisation-development/transformation-sustainability-scheme/

11/11/2026

When support makes the difference. ⭐

When Ms Hartini was diagnosed with cancer while pursuing her Higher Diploma in Social Service, the Social Service Institute (SSI), NCSS’ training arm, supported her return to learning at her own pace. Her classmates rallied around her too, even welcoming her young daughter into class when childcare arrangements fell through.

Ms Hartini went on to complete her diploma and became the inaugural recipient of the SSI Commendation Award. 🏅

Through SSI, social service professionals are supported to learn, grow and deepen their capabilities at every stage to make a difference in the lives of those they serve.

📚 Explore learning opportunities at SSI: https://tms.ssi.gov.sg/

08/11/2026

🪔 This Deepavali, we celebrate how many lights can come together to shine even brighter. ✨

The Festival of Lights is a celebration of light and hope, and a reminder of how we can help make life brighter for those around us.

Stronger communities are built together. Alongside social service agencies, partners and the community, NCSS works to strengthen an ecosystem of support where individuals and families can thrive.

When we share our light, . 💙

Happy Deepavali!

05/11/2026

This , we celebrate volunteer managers across the social service sector who make volunteering meaningful, connecting volunteers’ strengths and passions with opportunities to support individuals and communities.

👉 Meet Volunteer Managers, Tong Ming Yuan, Khoiriyah Zainal and Ng Yue Yi, and hear what inspires them to champion volunteerism and create experiences where volunteers can contribute with purpose.

At NCSS, we continue to strengthen volunteer management capabilities across the sector so that social service agencies can better engage and empower volunteers, improve service delivery, build more sustainable community support.

🌱 Because when we enable more people to contribute their strengths, we grow the collective capacity to make a difference.

Find out more about NCSS’ support for volunteer management: https://www.ncss.gov.sg/programmes/people/volunteer-management/

30/10/2026

Congratulations to all recipients of the MSF Volunteer and Partner Awards (MVPA) 2026! 🎉

The MVPA celebrates individuals, corporate partners, and social service agencies whose service, partnerships and contributions are making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities.

We are proud to celebrate award recipients from across the NCSS ecosystem, including corporate and Community Chest Singapore partners, social service agencies, and individuals who have contributed their time, expertise, and leadership in service of the community.

🎖️ Outstanding Partner Award: PropNex and Singtel
🎖️ Outstanding Agency Award: SHINE Children & Youth Services
🎖️ Outstanding Volunteer Award: Clinical Associate Professor Kevin Lim Boon Leong
🎖️ Friends of MSF Award: Ms Theresa Goh, Ms Ang Sock Sun, Dr Lee Kwok Cheong, Mr Vincent Lim, Mr William Toh, Mr Kwek Eik Sheng, Mr Ted Tan and Prudential Singapore

Their contributions remind us that building a caring and inclusive Singapore is a collective effort. When individuals, organisations, and communities bring together their strengths, resources, and commitment, we strengthen the ecosystem of support around those we serve.

Congratulations to all the recipients and, thank you for showing how .💙

29/10/2026

Beyond the Label is back, this time online!

Initiated by NCSS in 2018 to address stigma against mental health needs and promote social inclusion for persons living with mental health needs, Beyond the Label is now being co-led with TOUCH Community Services, with the BTL Collective now bringing 35 partners and communities together to turn mental health awareness into everyday action.

Catch the BTL Mini-series over five nights, five episodes and five senses, premiering nightly at 7.30pm from 28 October to 1 November. Join host Joakim Gomez and BRAVE, our BTL Mascot, as each episode explores one sense and simple ways to ground ourselves and care for our mental wellness, wherever we are.

Mental wellness begins with all of us.

28/10/2026

Inclusive workplaces don’t happen by chance. They are built through everyday actions, from practical workplace adjustments to supportive cultures and fair opportunities.

When workplaces recognise different strengths, needs and perspectives, and actively remove barriers to participation, we create environments where more people can contribute meaningfully, grow and thrive.

As an SG Enabling Mark (Silver) accredited organisation, NCSS is proud to be part of the collective effort towards a more inclusive workforce and society.

🤝 Read on to discover how disability inclusion can become part of the everyday workplace, and how organisations can play their part.

Under the Enabling Masterplan 2030, Singapore aims to raise the employment rate of PWDs to 40 per cent by 2030.