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Yellow Ribbon Project (YRP)

Yellow Ribbon Project (YRP)

The Yellow Ribbon Project was launched in 2004 by the former President of the Republic of Singapore Mr S. R. Nathan. It seeks to engage the community in accepting ex-offenders and their families, giving them a second chance at life, and to inspire a ripple effect of concerted community action to support ex-offenders and their families.

The objectives of the Yellow Ribbon Project are to:

You can contribute to this cause through community outreach, volunteering at Yellow Ribbon events or imparting your skills to beneficiaries. Your efforts will help encourage a more accepting society and the successful reintegration of ex-offenders.

Key Details

Commitment Skills and Interest
Flexible, depending on events Befriending and offender rehabilitation
Home Team Department Connect with Us
Yellow Ribbon Singapore Yellow Ribbon Singapore’s Facebook page

Who Is Eligible

You need to be at least 18 years old.

How to Apply

Apply Online 

 

Visit the Yellow Ribbon Project volunteer page for more details about volunteer opportunities and how to apply.

More About this Scheme

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For more information about this volunteer scheme, see the FAQs.

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Joining CDAU has allowed me to equip myself with specialized knowledge and skills, as well as the opportunity to contribute back to my community.

SGT 2 (V) John Joel Seow

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I take pride in working with the regular officers, PNSFs, PNSmen and civilian staff to maintain law and order, and to keep Singapore safe. I also enjoy interacting with members of the public during our patrols and roadshows. I feel I am part of a larger family and this keeps inspiring me to do my best.

ASP (V) Seah Ching San, Paul

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There's a place for everyone and as a volunteer, we can help reintegrate ex-offenders back into society by spreading messages of second chances.

Jenap M. Said

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