National Youth Council

The National Youth Council (NYC), a division of the People's Association, was set up by the Singapore Government on 1 November 1989 as the national co-ordinating body for youth affairs in Singapore. The Council comprises members from various government ministries, youth organisations, academic institutions, voluntary welfare organisations, the media and private sector organisations.

National Youth Council is the Advocate, Connector and Enabler for Youth. Together with our partners, NYC develops a vibrant and supportive environment for youth who are inspired to dream and committed to action to bring about a future that they want.

The National Youth Council:

• Advocates active youth citizenry - engagement, leadership and voice for causes and issues - through research, programming, resources, funding and recognition.
• Connects the youth sector for increased youth outreach, through creating opportunities and access, both local and overseas.
• Enables the development of youth and the youth sector, through training and capacity building.

NYC is also the administering body for the Singapore Youth Award, Outstanding Youth in Education Award, and is the liaison body with ASEAN and other international organisations on youth development.

For more information, check out: www.nyc.pa.gov.sg.