Media Releases
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5 July 2026
South West CDC and Hao Ren Hao Shi Enhance Mobile Groceries @ South West with $400,000 Worth of Groceries and Essential Items for Vulnerable Families
• Free basic health screenings introduced for the first time for residents through a new partnership with National University Health System (NUHS). • Grocery and essential item support increased from $40 to $55 per household, with expanded range including adult diapers, medicated oil and other necessities.
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19 May 2026
From Campus To Community: Students Pilot Real-World Solutions On The Ground
• Students from Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) test and implement innovative solutions directly within the community to address everyday challenges • Symposium showcases how AI and technology-driven solutions are translated into practical applications through interactive demonstrations
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27 January 2026
Young hearts, big impact – Youth volunteers spread festive joy across 8,000 households in the South West District
South West Festive Cheers Packs with essential items worth about $88 each will be distributed to 8,000 families, spreading joy and support during the holiday season
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13 September 2025
Stronger together: South West CDC works with partners to uplift the community
New partnership with KiteSense Pte Ltd, Temasek Foundation, Quantedge Foundation and Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) to leverage AI and uplift learning of 1,500 Primary 4 - 6 students from vulnerable families.
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31 August 2025
New Jobs Nearby @ CDC initiative to bring employment opportunities closer to home
Personalised support for residents looking for jobs nearby home. Job Ambassadors will guide and connect them to suitable job opportunities in five locations for a start within the community.
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23 July 2025
Refreshed Healthier Schools @ South West programme in support of nationwide Healthier SG
New Wellbeing Seminar, 3-star programme and roving wellness exhibition introduced under refreshed programme.
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18 July 2025
SkillsFuture Festival @ South West 2025 kicks off first of five district SkillsFuture@CDC events
South West CDC expands engagement with SSG-supported training partners to bridge skills and career gaps arding this article.
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9 March 2025
Providing affordable and accessible meals to residents, especially to low income residents
80 vending machines will be placed at convenient heartland locations within the district for residents to purchase $3 value meals, and vulnerable residents in South West District will get $600,000 worth of credits to purchase value meals at vending machines.
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25 January 2025
Towards a greener future at Clean Up @ South West 2025: Enhanced eco-curriculum for green schools
South West CDC partners National University of Singapore to launch a ‘Sustainability Resource Pack’, to empower educators in educating young leaders.
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23 November 2024
Community spirit in action – Youth volunteers and community partners bring festive cheers to 8,000 families in the South West District
Each family received South West Festive Cheers Packs with essential items worth about $88 each, providing joy and support during the holiday season.
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