NCSS Singapore

NCSS Singapore National Council of Social Service is the umbrella body for over 500 member social service agencies in Singapore.

Community Chest and Social Service Institute (SSI) are part of NCSS. Purpose
To ensure that every person has the opportunity to live a life of dignity to his or her fullest potential within society. Mission
To provide leadership and direction in social services, enhance the capabilities of social service organisations, and promote strategic partnerships for social services. For more information about us, please visit our website here:
http://www.ncss.gov.sg/

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Last night, we celebrated the people behind Singapore’s social impact.At the Social Service Professional Awards 2026, 12...
12/09/2026

Last night, we celebrated the people behind Singapore’s social impact.

At the Social Service Professional Awards 2026, 12 exemplary social service professionals and two outstanding teams were recognised for their dedication, leadership and innovation in serving individuals, families and communities in need. From pioneering inclusive programmes and harnessing technology, to strengthening care delivery and empowering service users, their work reminds us what excellence in social service looks like in action.

We were honoured to have President Tharman Shanmugaratnam as our Guest of Honour, hosted by Minister Masagos Zulkifli, as we came together to recognise excellence within the social service sector.

The evening was further brought to life by inspiring performances from Suncare SG You Sparkle, Extra•Ordinary People Drum Ensemble, and YMCA of Singapore Club LITE Y Dance, celebrating the diverse talents and voices within our community.

To all our award recipients: thank you for your courage to innovate, your heartwork to those you serve, and your belief in building a stronger, more caring Singapore together.

11/09/2026

There is no single way to make lives count. 💙

Across the sector, social service professionals bring very different strengths to the same purpose. Some sit with a family through their hardest season. Some design the programmes and systems that hold it all together. Some advocate, train, or quietly make sure no one slips through the cracks.

Meet all the recipients of the SSP Awards 2026: 12 individuals and 2 teams, whose diverse capabilities have shaped lives and strengthened support for individuals and families in need. 🙌

Different roles, different skills, one shared reason –

Congratulations to all our winners! Your dedication, professionalism and heartwork represent the very best of the sector and inspire us to continue raising the bar for service excellence. 🏆

Learn more about the Social Service Professional Awards 2026: https://www.ncss.gov.sg/programmes/people/sector-awards-for-social-service-professionals/

Dyslexia Association of Singapore (DAS) Boys’ Town AWWA Singapore Association of the Visually Handicapped NTUC Health TRANS Family Services TOUCH Community Services Assisi Hospice PPIS Pro Bono SG New Hope Community Services NKF Singapore

11/09/2026

"Better starts with us." 💙

This evening at the Social Service Professional (SSP) Awards 2026, NCSS Chairman Mr Gregory Vijayendran challenged us to consider what “better” truly means for the social service sector.

His message was simple yet powerful: Better starts when we choose to see possibilities rather than challenges and work together to create stronger outcomes for individuals, families, and communities we support.

Tonight, we honour the dedication, compassion, and “heartwork” of SSPs in Singapore.

Thank you for choosing to step forward, to care deeply, and to believe that working together can make a difference for those in need.

Learn more about the SSP Awards 2026: https://www.ncss.gov.sg/programmes/people/sector-awards-for-social-service-professionals/

Every journey in social service starts with a single step.For Mr Shasikaran, it began with Social Service Institute's (S...
10/09/2026

Every journey in social service starts with a single step.

For Mr Shasikaran, it began with Social Service Institute's (SSI) Diploma and Higher Diploma in Social Service, a journey that shaped his entire career. Today, he leads as Director of WINGS Counselling Centre and gives back as an Associate Educator with SSI.

"The programmes provided practical, real-world learning that has remained relevant throughout my career in the social service sector."

Could your next step be just around the corner? The newly launched Advanced Certificate in Social Service (ACSS) 2.0 progression pathway, leading into the Higher Diploma in Social Service (HDSS), might be exactly what you're looking for.

Find the programme that best supports your social service career journey and sign up for our ACSS & HDSS Course Preview to learn more.

📅 28 September 2026
🕖 7 pm
📍 SSI (Level 18 – Connect/Dignity/Empower), Tiong Bahru Plaza

👉 Register here: https://form.gov.sg/6a695eebed71a8e1281a6ae4

08/09/2026

As sector developer, NCSS strengthens the capabilities of social service agencies so that individuals and families can get the support they need through programmes, communities, and people who believe in them, to thrive and live with dignity — stories like those spotlighted in President's Challenge's latest campaign.

▶️ Watch the campaign video and learn more at presidentschallenge.gov.sg.

Building a stronger social service sector means looking beyond our own shores, sharing what we have built, and learning ...
07/09/2026

Building a stronger social service sector means looking beyond our own shores, sharing what we have built, and learning from how others are tackling the same challenges.

Together with the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (LKYSPP) Executive Education team, NCSS’ Strategy team recently welcomed young officers from Seoul Metropolitan Government for a knowledge sharing on social sector development.

NCSS shared our approach as sector developer in strengthening the ecosystem, from developing sector capabilities and infrastructure to advancing digitalisation and innovation across the social service sector.

These conversations remind us that building a more caring and inclusive society is a shared goal, and we are stronger pursuing it together.

Learn more about what we do at https://www.ncss.gov.sg. 💙

📚 Learning extends beyond the classroom.This Teachers' Day, we celebrate the Adult Educators who share their knowledge, ...
06/09/2026

📚 Learning extends beyond the classroom.

This Teachers' Day, we celebrate the Adult Educators who share their knowledge, experiences and insights to help social service professionals grow in their practice.

For Dr Quah Saw Han and Courage Lim Shen Yong, teaching is about more than knowledge transfer. It is about empowering learners, building confidence, and supporting meaningful change in the lives of the individuals, families and communities they serve.

Thank you to all Adult Educators for the difference you make through learning. 💙 Because creating positive change in our communities starts with us.

🔎Continue your learning journey with Social Service Institute. Explore our list of courses: https://tms.ssi.gov.sg/

👣Close to 4,000 participants came together for Heartstrings Walk 2026 in support of mental health, organised by Communit...
30/08/2026

👣Close to 4,000 participants came together for Heartstrings Walk 2026 in support of mental health, organised by Community Chest, the philanthropic arm of NCSS. The impact, however, goes far beyond the finish line. When we walk as one, we take meaningful steps towards building a more caring and inclusive society.

We were honoured to have Minister Masagos Zulkifli, join us at the event.

This year also marks 15 years of partnership between Community Chest and Marina Bay Sands, to co-organise the Heartstrings Walk to rally support for communities in need. It is also the 12th edition of the Sands for Singapore Charity Festival. ✨

To every partner, sponsor, volunteer, and donor, thank you for making this possible. Your sustained support empowers Community Chest to continue funding critical programmes and services, including support for persons with mental health needs on their journey towards better well-being.

In FY25, Community Chest disbursed more than $17 million towards mental health programmes, a 30% increase from the previous year. This funding enables social service agencies across Singapore provide vital support for persons with mental health needs.

While the walk may be over, the journey continues. Every act of kindness and generosity helps bring hope and support to those who need it most.

🧡 Be part of something bigger. Find out more at: https://www.comchest.gov.sg/OurInitiatives/SGSHARE.

29/08/2026

💙 Every heart represents a shared commitment to a stronger, future-ready social service sector.

As the sector developer, NCSS brings together social service professionals, agencies, corporates and community partners to strengthen connections, foster collaboration and drive collective impact.

Because lasting change happens when we come together with a shared purpose.

Together, we're building a more caring and inclusive Singapore.

Stigma shouldn't be the reason someone suffers in silence. Yet for many dealing with po*******hy addiction, it's the ver...
27/08/2026

Stigma shouldn't be the reason someone suffers in silence. Yet for many dealing with po*******hy addiction, it's the very thing that makes asking for help feel impossible.
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Behavioural addiction is , and no one should have to face it alone.

One service user's journey at WE CARE Community Services is a reminder that recovery is within reach, with the right support and community.​

​🔗If you or someone you know may be struggling, support is available: https://go.gov.sg/addiction-support

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