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WHO ARE WE

About YMCA

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YMCA of Singapore is a volunteer-based Christian organisation that seeks to serve and impact all members of the community, regardless of race, language or religion, through programmes, services and enterprises to develop the body, mind and spirit.

Supporting Youth Employment
since 1913

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Project UP 

Support tertiary students to transit from school to work through workshops, mentorships, and financial assistance

Train & Place Series

Support persons with special needs towards gainful employment in the service and hospitality sector

Vocational and Soft Skills Programme

Support out-of-school youth and youth-at-risk aged 14 – 21 years old with essential soft skills and vocational skills

Professional & Management Courses

Interior Design, Photography, Secretarial Skills, IT Skills, Effective Speaking & Leadership Training, Foreign Language Studies…

Technical & Commercial Education

Technical courses in Building Construction & Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Accountancy, Typewriting…

Why Project UP?

  • Limited career opportunities and prospects 

  • Financial barriers 

  • Mental well-being concerns 

Young people today are stepping into a working world full of possibilities—but not without hurdles. From unclear career paths to rising pressures, they’re up against these three big challenges in their search for meaningful work:

Ready to embark on this journey of career discovery? Find out more about Project UP!

To tackle these challenges head-on, these three powerful resources have consistently helped young people move forward in their careers:

  • Career mentorship

  • Job preparation sessions 

  • Extra funding support 

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