OTHER INITIATIVES
Mr Wong touched on different initiatives for the Malay-Muslim group.
One in every of them is the Santunan Emas programme aimed toward supporting Muslim seniors and their caregivers. It was began in 2024 by Al-Muttaqin Mosque, personal Islamic training supplier Ma:een and Muhammadiyah Energetic Ageing Centre, to help seniors in Ang Mo Kio.
Mr Wong stated that the initiative can be expanded to Yishun, Sembawang and Woodlands, in order that “extra seniors can stay their golden years with dignity and function”.
By the top of 2026, Santunan Emas goals to increase its attain to shut to three,000 seniors weekly throughout 5 mosques in 4 cities.
There may also be a brand new partnership between the Singapore Islamic Students and Non secular Lecturers Affiliation (PERGAS) and the Affiliation of Small and Medium Enterprises (ASME).
Via the initiative, enterprises led by Islamic spiritual academics can leverage advisory help, digital instruments and enterprise networks.
“In return, companies acquire from the group’s cultural and language experience, as they increase to regional markets,” stated Mr Wong.
Mr Wong stated that the varied efforts are making a big distinction, with extra Malay-Muslim Singaporeans making their mark throughout numerous sectors corresponding to the general public service, armed forces, and the judiciary.
“They’re contributing to Singapore’s progress, whereas remaining firmly rooted of their group and heritage,” stated Mr Wong.
“That’s precisely what we need to see – not only a robust Malay-Muslim group, however Malay-Muslim Singaporeans making greater contributions to Singapore.”