Author: SG Volunteer Team

River Hongbao 2023 is an 9-day extravaganza of lights, sights, and sounds to usher in the Year of the Rabbit. It will be held at the scenic Gardens by the Bay from 20 January to 28 January 2023.

Since its first rendition in 1987, River Hongbao has become the largest and most anticipated Chinese New Year event in Singapore!

Heartware Network is proud to be a part of this celebration, supporting the Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Associations (SFCCA) in the management of the volunteer ushers.

During this celebration, volunteers will have a chance to interact with the spectators and visitors to the event and gain valuable interpersonal skills.

On top of enjoying an immersive experience into the rich Chinese culture, volunteers will be exposed to diverse communities and foster a deeper sense of appreciation for other cultures.

Come join to create a meaningful and memorable experience!
Volunteer Leader: https://www.youthbank.sg/eventdetail/?eventid=949
General Volunteer: https://www.youthbank.sg/eventdetail/?eventid=950

OTR Listens has served youth from all walks of life by providing a safe space for empathetic listening and emotional support. We are an online text-based chat support service, supported by trained volunteers.

We offer an ‘upstream’ and preventive program. Oftentimes, in any crisis, many just need some emotional support to get through a difficult and challenging moment – and then they will be able to carry on. In fact, a majority may not need any full-blown clinical intervention in coping with their challenges or life stressors. Studies have also shown that the preferred first contact among youth who need help – is usually an informal contact rather than a professional such as a counsellor or a therapist.

Come join us if our mission and work resonate with you, as we are expanding our service to serve more youth in need of emotional support.

Hear From Our Volunteer as well as Beneficiaries to help you decide.

Quote from our Listener: “With the rise in mental health awareness and more youths willing to seek help, I wanted to find a platform where I could contribute. The highly professional training and caring OTR Listens community gave me the confidence to speak to those in need. Even if it’s just lending a listening ear, every conversation with a seeker leads to a small but tangible impact. OTR Listens not only provides me an avenue to care and empathize with others, but it’s also one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve had.”

Positive words from Beneficiaries
“Thank you for being here with me and believing me even though I don’t believe in myself.”
“The part where you told me what I’m going through is normal and I should give myself time – really helped me.”
“I am always grateful that Avie is always there for me on this journey.”

How To Be our Chatline Volunteer?
● Above 21 years old and based in Singapore.
● Comfortable with online text-based chats, right where you are (no travel needed).
● Ability to commit 4 hours of duty every week for a minimum duration of 1 year.
● A good and patient ”Listener”.
● Willing and keen to learn the OTR Listens approach to providing support on the chatline (all will be trained).

Wait no further and sign-up now, as our next Volunteer Training is coming up in early-April 2023.

Should you require more information, do contact us at contact@overtherainbow.sg or visit OTRListens.net

Homeground @ MacPherson is a project by Majulah Community in collaboration with community organisations to research on demographics and needs of the residents of Pipit Road and Circuit Road in Macpherson area.

This project aims to learn more about the residents, with the eventual goal to provide needed services and assistance to the community in MacPherson.

There will be three rounds of surveys conducted between September to November 2022. At least 50 volunteers are needed for each round.

Round 1 – 20th to 25th September 2022
Round 2* – 4th to 9th October 2022 (TBC)
Round 3* – 11th to 16th October 2022 (TBC)

*Rounds 2 and 3 will be confirmed after the completion of Round 1.
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All volunteers will need to attend one briefing session on either 9th or 10th September 2022. More details will be provided upon registration.

Volunteers will receive:
1. A $10 grab voucher per day session completed, and $5 grab voucher per night session completed
2. Welfare pack
3. (Upon request) A letter with total number of hours volunteered for programme
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Scan the QR above for more details or head to this link to sign up!

Diabetes Singapore (DS) will be having its annual PEDAL event this coming Saturday. It is a community event that aims to raise awareness about the nation’s war on diabetes and better care management of diabetes.

DS is looking for 30 volunteers to help support this event by stationing at designated spots to show cyclists the right cycling route.

Event details are as follows:
Event title – PEDAL
Reporting time – 7.15 AM (Volunteers can leave by 9.15 AM)
Event venue – Sentosa, Siloso Beach Walk (Sapphire Pavilion)

Volunteers would need to attend a short online briefing this Thursday, 8.00 PM prior to helping out on Saturday.

For any enquiries, please drop an email at peggy.leong@diabetes.org.sg.