Opportunities & Help for the Community
As Singapore moves towards becoming a Smart Nation, we want to make sure that everyone in our society joins us in this journey. Find out more about the Government initiatives available to assist the different groups of people.
Code For Fun
The Code for Fun Enrichment Programme (offered jointly by MOE and IMDA) aims to increase primary and secondary school students’ exposure to coding and computational thinking. Students learn computational thinking, coding concepts and emerging technology through engaging hands-on experiences, robotic kits and/or microcontrollers.
DigitalAccess@Home
Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA)’s DigitalAccess@Home programme provides subsidised broadband and laptops/tablets to lower-income households to support their lifestyle needs, including work and social activities. Households with 3 or more primary school children may submit a request for a refurbished laptop after DigitalAccess@Home approval.
Head over to IMDA’s website for the full details and to apply for the programme.
ExperienceIT
ExperienceIT by NLB is an immersive showcase of emerging technologies and innovations, which are transforming the way we work, live, and play. Through interaction with these technologies, visitors can experience and explore first-hand how they change our world, through related resources and programmes.
LearnX Digital
LearnX Digital is NLB’s suite of digital readiness programmes and curated resources for citizens of all ages. Hear from experts through curated talks, practise hands-on skills in guided environments, and build motivation and confidence in navigating emerging technology through showcases such as ExperienceIT.
MakeIT at Libraries
MakeIT at Libraries offers library users a dedicated innovation space with tools, equipment, and hardware kits that enable individuals to Learn, Tinker, and Create in both digital and traditional fabrication.
Mobile Access for Seniors
Mobile Access for Seniors is a scheme that supports the Seniors Go Digital programme and promotes the Data for All initative. It provides subsidised smartphone and mobile plans to lower-income seniors who want to go digital, but cannot afford them.
Head over to IMDA’s website for the full details and to apply for the programme.
NEU PC Plus
This programme is designed to make digitalisation more accessible to low-income households with school-going children or persons with disabilities. Under this scheme, eligible families will have the opportunity to own a new computer at an affordable price that comes bundled with a free broadband subscription.
The details for application and the various criteria can be found on the IMDA’s website.
People’s Association (PA) Lifelong Learning Courses
Life is a journey of constant learning and improvement. People’s Association offers endless opportunities to pick up new skills and have fun while making new friends.
Improve your skills and develop yourself through the wide array of ‘Lifelong Learning’ courses offered at our CCs. Learn about technical know-how, fine tune essential job skills, or pick up a new language!
Head over to People’s Association website to find out more.
PIXEL
PIXEL is a gathering space for entrepreneurs, freelancers and makers to acquire new skills, generate ideas, experiment, collaborate and build prototypes. It hosts mixers, workshops and masterclasses so that the community can come together to learn and network. It can also be used as an incubator or a co-working space.
Head to IMDA’s website for more information and how to join this vibrant community.
Seniors Go Digital
Are you a senior or know of someone who wants to pick up a new digital skill? Check out the Seniors Go Digital programme. It has a wide range of learning opportunities - whether it is done one-on-one or in small groups - organised online and all around Singapore.
There are also weekly online interactive classes where seniors can learn alongside their peers. Alternatively, they can learn at their own pace with the self-learning tools offered to get a basic understanding of the digital world.
Sign up for learning sessions or explore the self-learning section at IMDA’s website.
SG Cyber Safe Seniors Programme
SG Cyber Safe Seniors Programme, led by CSA in collaboration with IMDA and SPF, aims to raise seniors’ awareness of cybersecurity and cybercrime and encourage adoption of good cyber hygiene practices.
SG Service Centres
Many Government agencies currently provide in-person and contact centre services, to assist those who may have difficulty transacting online. The Public Service has also set up ServiceSG Centres at various heartland locations, to serve as first-stop physical service touchpoints where officers can guide citizens through digital transactions and offer integrated services across different public agencies for citizens.
SkillsFuture
SkillsFuture is a national movement to enable all Singaporeans to develop to their fullest potential throughout life. SkillsFuture enables citizens to take advantage of a wide range of learning opportunities, whichever stage of life you are currently in.
Skills mastery is more than just the right paper qualifications; it is a constant endeavour towards outstanding excellence through knowledge, application and experience.
Head over to the SkillsFuture website to check out the available programmes.
S.U.R.E. Programme
The Source, Understand, Research, Evaluate (S.U.R.E) programme by the National Library Board promotes the importance of information searching and discernment to the general public. S.U.R.E. distils key information literacy concepts into four simple steps to help us verify the information we receive.
Tech Able
Tech Able, an initiative by SG Enable and SPD, is an integrated assistive technology space at the Enabling Village. It features a technology exhibition for persons with disabilities and provides them with assistive device assessment services. Persons with disabilities can find out about devices that will help them in their employment or daily activities.
Tech Connect
Tech Connect is an initiative by the Ministry of Communications and Information, IMDA and PA to help seniors be Smart Nation-ready.
One-on-one tech assistance is available conveniently at selected Community Centres (CCs) to anyone who may need help with their digital devices and services.
Head over to PA’s website for the list of CCs that are part of this initiative.
TechSkills Accelerator (TeSA)
TeSA is focused on assisting existing and aspiring information and communications technology (ICT) working professionals from both ICT and non-ICT backgrounds.
With this programme, the aim is to groom working professionals to move us closer to achieving Singapore’s vision of building a digital economy. It aims to enhance training and placement opportunities for ICT jobs across the economy by facilitating individuals’ reskilling or upskilling.
Head over to the SkillsFuture website to check out the courses and certifications offered under TeSA!
Tech Talent Assembly (TTAB)
ICT professionals can join TTAB, which provides a platform for lifelong employability, learning and sharing. TTAB’s affiliation with NTUC allows ICT professionals access to more resources and social benefits.
Develop skills and build up an Infocomm-related portfolio with Tech Talent Assembly now.