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