Home Team Volunteer Schemes

Each Home Team agency plays a unique role. Home Team volunteers contribute in myriad ways, from fighting crime and fighting fires to educating the public and befriending offenders and ex-offenders. How do you want to make a difference?

Last updated 30 January 2026

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Singapore Police Force

Singapore Civil Defence Force

Singapore Prison Service

Central Narcotics Bureau

Yellow Ribbon Singapore

Singapore Police Force

Group of community patrol volunteers in blue vests greeting and conversing with a resident outdoors.

Citizens on Patrol (COP)

Patrol your neighbourhood to keep it safe! Alert the Police of suspicious activities or persons, and help spread awareness on crime prevention measures.

Community volunteer in yellow polo shirt explaining something on her phone to another person at a stone table.

Crime Prevention Ambassador (CPA) - National Crime Prevention Council

Work in partnership with the Police and community to educate the community on crime prevention.

Police officer in full uniform smiling confidently while standing in front of a statue of a saluting officer.

National Police Cadet Corps (NPCC) Cadet Inspectors and Honorary Officers

Volunteer as an NPCC Cadet Inspector or Honorary Officer and help support the Corps to develop and nurture our cadets to achieve the necessary core competencies.

Man in a dark blue shirt sitting and explaining information from a yellow brochure to a woman in a striped top.

Victim Care Cadre Programme (VCCP)

Provide emotional support and psychological first aid to victims. You need to possess (or to be studying for) a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work or related disciplines.

Two police officers in blue uniforms speaking with a woman outdoors beside trees and plants.

Volunteer Special Constabulary (VSC) - Community

Be part of the community policing force and work with regular officers to enhance the safety and security of your neighbourhood.

Female police officer running towards an incident while another officer communicates via radio beside a patrol car.

Volunteer Special Constabulary (VSC) - Police Officer

Work alongside the Police to patrol the streets and enforce law and order in Singapore.

Singapore Civil Defence Force

Youth volunteer demonstrating first aid by wrapping a bandage on another person’s arm.

Civil Defence (CD) Lionhearter Club

Join the Civil Defence Lionhearter Club for tertiary students. Be a Community First Responder and Emergency Preparedness Ambassador in your campus and community

Civil Defence paramedic preparing medical equipment inside an ambulance with team members assisting.

Civil Defence Auxiliary Unit (CDAU) - Emergency Medical Services

Use your skills to support emergency medical services as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic with the CDAU

Civil Defence officer inspecting an illuminated exit sign during a safety enforcement check in a public building.

Civil Defence Auxiliary Unit (CDAU) - Enforcement Officer

Help ensure fire safety by conducting enforcement checks for violations against fire safety regulations and for fire hazard matters.

Firefighter climbing a ladder during a rescue drill, with teammates and a fire engine visible below.

Civil Defence Auxiliary Unit (CDAU) - Firefighting and Rescue

Respond to fire and rescue incidents alongside SCDF regulars as a CDAU Firefighting and Rescue Officer.

Uniformed officers conducting a safety awareness briefing for students gathered around an information board.

Civil Defence Auxiliary Unit (CDAU) - Public Education Officer

Help spread the word about emergency preparedness to members of public in classroom based teachings or at community events as a CDAU Public Education Officer.

Civil Defence officer demonstrating CPR techniques on a training mannequin while instructing a participant.

National Civil Defence Cadet Corps (NCDCC) Cadet Lieutenants and Honorary Officers

Volunteer with the National Civil Defence Cadet Corps (NCDCC) to help train the next generation of young cadets in civil defence and life-saving skills

Singapore Prison Service

Prison officer in navy hijab smiling while speaking with an inmate across a table inside a secure facility.

Singapore Prison Service - Befriender

Foster a mentoring relationship with an offender that begins in prison and continues after their release. You'll help prepare them for reintegration into society.

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Singapore Prison Service Volunteer - Religious

If you are already volunteering with one of our partner religious organisations, you can sign up as a Prisons volunteer as well, to provide support and programmes for incarcerated offenders.

Instructor addressing a group of trainees seated in a row during a classroom or briefing session.

Singapore Prison Service Volunteer - Secular

Help offenders learn important skills and improve their education. You can contribute and help out at various activities for offenders, ranging from enrichment programmes to academic tutoring.

Man in a navy blue patterned shirt sitting and smiling while having a drink and conversation with a colleague at a café table.

Singapore Prison Service Volunteer Case Officer (VCO)

As a Volunteer Case Officer (VCO), you'll work with Singapore Prison Service staff to support ex-offenders during their reintegration into the community.

Volunteer holding a clipboard while speaking to a resident at the doorstep of an HDB flat.

Yellow Ribbon Community Project (YRCP)

As a YRCP volunteer, you'll visit and support families affected by incarceration.

Central Narcotics Bureau

Woman in a light blue blouse holding a tablet and talking with a man seated at a table outdoors.

DrugFreeSG Advocacy Network

Volunteer as an DrugFreeSG Advocate to spread the anti-drug message and rally the public’s support for a drug-free Singapore.

Yellow Ribbon Singapore

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Community volunteer smiling while engaging in conversation with a resident outdoors.

Yellow Ribbon Project (YRP)

Raise awareness about the needs of ex-offenders and their families by volunteering with the Yellow Ribbon Project. Help ex-offenders unlock the “Second Prison”.