If you've been all hot and bothered about the haze, animal abuse,
poverty, sustainability and more, get involved with these hot
button topics by joining a movement.
This non-profit group, with outposts at over 660 cities, focuses on
bringing together businesses, activists and other individuals
interested in environmental causes. Participate in a series of free
talks, round-table discussions and documentary screenings covering
topics like marine bio-invasion, sustainability and climate change
or join a mixer if you’d like to meet other like-minded members. If
you've always wanted to learn more about these issues and how you
can help, sign up for one of their talks or join a mixer—who knows,
you might just start a movement.
Launched following the aftermath of the 2013 haze fiasco, the worst
in Singapore’s history, this 20-odd outfit aims to encourage
Singaporeans to take a proactive stance against the haze problems,
instead of whingeing about it. Besides avoiding palm oil products
(yes, chocolate is one of them), you can also volunteer to be part
of their outreach efforts.
The non-government, non-profit organization spreads the importance
of conserving Singapore’s natural environment through a wide range
of activities such as guided nature-appreciation walks, talks,
overseas eco-trips and collaborations with schools and the
community. Join as a member to participate in their events or
volunteer with the group’s various eco projects.
Put a lid on xenophobia through your stomach; share a meal with new
friends from different countries, ethnicities or heartlands and
exchange cultures and experiences at the organization’s free dinner
parties. Contribute further by signing up as an event planner,
social media manager, writer, photographer and more.
Fighting for the welfare of migrant workers exploited by their
employers, this non-profit charity takes on cases of unethical
practices such as negligent workplace safety, long working hours,
low wages, unpaid salaries, forced repatriation and poor
accommodation. Join the cause as a member or volunteer to help with
these issues.
Besides championing the rights of migrant workers in Singapore, the
local organization also helps victims of human trafficking and
forced labor while emphasizing on building an inclusive community.
The group also provides support to those with grievances through
counselling, consultation and representation services. You can
volunteer with their outreach programs, publicity efforts and also
by manning the helpline.
Injured and disabled dogs also make loving pets, and that's what
this non-profit organization strongly believes. They aim to
encourage the adoption of Singapore Specials, or local breeds
through education, adoption and fund-raising drives and outreach
efforts. You can help by, of course, volunteering and fostering
these pooches—you'd get lots of cuddles while saving a life at the
same time.
Rabbits get some love too—to reduce cases of abandonment, this
welfare group is not only dedicated to raising awareness about
responsible pet ownership, but also re-homing and fostering these
critters. Their volunteers help with the group's education
programs, fundraisers, contributing articles to the website and
newsletters and more.
This community for dogs, cats and rabbits provides boarding
services for pets and even a pool facility for dogs, but it also
helps re-home rescued (mostly mature) dogs and cats at the shelter.
Join their team of volunteers by registering at their
website.
This local transgender support group provides Singapore’s first
shelter for homeless individuals of the community as well as
championing various causes like empowerment, equality and creating
an inclusive environment for all gender identities. Check out
their Facebook page
to find out how you can help.
Providing meals for low-income individuals in Jalan Besar and
Lavender Street since 2009, volunteers at this initiative help pack
and distribute vegetarian dinners for the needy. If you’d like to
give an extra pair of hands, join them every Monday from
6-8pm.
The fight against poverty, climate change and sustainability may
seem like an idealistic vision, but it’s still a worthy battle.
This organization not only spreads awareness about environmental
issues and those living on the fringes of a marginalized society,
but also connects corporate and non-profit businesses with programs
advocating the movement. You can be part of their campaign by
joining as a volunteer.
This non-profit, global organization tackles housing poverty by
building modest homes for those in need. You can either sign up for
stints to help build houses abroad, or lend a hand
here—the
Singapore outpost is behind Project HomeWorks, which
cleans the homes of disadvantaged seniors.
RDA Singapore
It's the only organization here providing Equine Assisted Therapy
& Hippotheraphy to those with disabilities, a form of physical
therapy for cognitive improvement. These free horse-riding sessions
also benefits by boosting the morale of those with physical
impairments. You can help by signing up as a side-walker,
accompanying the riders. Training is provided.
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