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Youth statistics and publications

Snapshot of the youth landscape in Singapore..

As society progresses, the needs and aspirations of our youths are also evolving. More youths are volunteering and participating in social groups , as the youth sector grows in vibrancy and more opportunities are available for youths to fulfil their aspirations and make a difference to the community.



Youth volunteerism rate

  2008 2010 2012 2014 2016 2018
15-24 years  23% 36% 43% 25% 41% 40%
25-34 years  13% 12% 28% 17% 29% 27%

Source: National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre



Youth participation in social groups

  2010 2013 2016
15-19 years   72% 81% 84%
20-24 years 59%  63% 65%
25-29 years 44%  62% 60%
30-34 years^ 40%  57% 63% 

Youth Participation refers to involvement in at least one social group.

Social groups include sports-related groups, arts and cultural groups, uniformed groups, community groups, welfare and self-help groups, religious groups, interest and hobby groups, discussion groups (e.g. politics, religion etc), work-place related groups, and online groups.

Source: National Youth Council



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Last updated on 21 June 2024
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