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MSF's Addendum to the President's Address

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Published on 17 September 2025

  1. The Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) will nurture resilient individuals, strong families, and a caring society. Guided by family-centred, proactive and strengths-based approaches, we will give Singaporeans greater assurance throughout life’s journey.  

A Singapore Made for All Families

  1. MSF will support families through every life stage. For families with young children, we will ensure access to affordable and quality early childhood (EC) services. We are on track to offer places for 80% of preschoolers in Government-supported preschools by the end of 2025, and will continue to keep pre-school affordable while expanding infant care options. We will invest in the professional development of EC educators, and partner preschools to enable each child to achieve their potential.
  2. We will rally like-minded individuals, families, and organisations to expand marriage and family programmes through the Families for Life (FFL) movement. For those facing family relationships challenges, MSF will develop accessible and affordable family counselling services. We will support caregivers in looking after loved ones and help them stay in or return to employment. We will review the Mental Capacity Act to better support families with vulnerable adults who lack mental capacity, while strengthening safeguards against misuse or abuse of the Lasting Powers of Attorney.
  3. For Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), MSF will enhance employment support and opportunities for lifelong learning, and strengthen home-based and community support to enable PwDs to live and participate fully in society. We will help families with PwDs prepare for needs across life stages through Person- and Family-centred Planning, and foster positive attitudes towards PwDs.
  4. We are committed to building a society where men and women stand as equals and can pursue their aspirations to the fullest. We will lead the Whole-of-Government efforts to strengthen support for women in the family, workplace and society. Together we will move towards a fairer and more inclusive society.

Opportunities to Succeed and Overcome Adversity

  1. MSF will support lower-income families in gaining stability, self-reliance and social mobility. Through ComLink+, dedicated family coaches and volunteer befrienders will journey alongside these families to set and achieve their goals, with Progress Packages providing additional financial support to recognise their efforts.  We will continue to invest in child development through KidSTART and help families with young children enrol in and attend preschools.   
  2. We will improve the experience of families who need ComCare assistance, and regularly review and update ComCare payouts. We will also enhance the physical and digital delivery of services at Social Service Offices, while improving coordination with other public organisations and social service agencies. The Family Services Review Committee, comprising senior leaders from the sector and MSF, is examining how we can deliver more holistic, family-centric services to improve outcomes for families with complex issues.
  3. To reduce the incidence of domestic violence and youth offending, MSF will enhance investments in preventive interventions. We will also strengthen the legal framework for protecting survivors through a new Domestic Violence Act.

A Strong and Future-Ready Social Sector

  1. MSF will strengthen the National Council of Social Service’s role as a sector developer and support the sector in offering rewarding and meaningful careers to social service professionals. We will also encourage the pervasive adoption of digital technology, including Artificial Intelligence, to enhance social services.
  2. MSF will develop a comprehensive infrastructure plan for the next generation of social and residential services, making our services more accessible and fostering closer collaboration between social service agencies serving the same community.
  3. We will deepen our partnerships with research institutes and the innovation ecosystem in the social sciences and technology. We will strengthen regional and international collaboration to encourage the exchange of ideas, especially in the areas of family development and social mobility.
  4. We will grow the number of organisations that embrace the Sustainable Philanthropy Framework, and commit time, talent and treasure to build a more caring society. We will amplify the contributions and impact of giving through SG SHARE and Community Chest, ensuring philanthropic efforts grow alongside the economy.

Conclusion

  1. MSF alone cannot nurture strong families and build a caring society. Strong families and meaningful opportunities grow from the support of communities, businesses, and individuals working together. We will join hands with Singaporeans, in the spirit of Forward Singapore, to build a caring and inclusive future for all.