Red Cross Youth
Nurturing the Humanitarian Heroes of Tomorrow
Continuing to grow our community of over 5,000 RCY members!
Our Goals are:
- Honing Compassion, Teamwork, Professionalism
and Leadership - Promoting volunteerism from young
- Encouraging youth to contribute back to the community
What We Do
Red Cross Youth empowers young people with the skills, values and confidence to serve others through humanitarian action, leadership and volunteering. We…
- Develop leadership through humanitarian service.
- Learn practical first aid and emergency preparedness.
- Volunteer and support communities across Singapore.
- Build friendships while making a positive impact
Our Youth Groups
From five year olds taking their first steps, to young adults leading nationwide projects, our Youth Groups offer a pathway for every child, bringing them together for a humanitarian cause.
Red Cross Junior
Age: 5 to 9 years
Red Cross Junior introduces children aged 5 to 9 to humanitarian values through games, hands-on activities and community projects. Members learn about kindness, teamwork and helping others while taking part in age-appropriate activities.
Uniformed Group (UG)
Links: Primary 3 to 6
Cadets: Secondary 1 to 4/5
Uniformed Group members take part in first aid training, drills, camps, competitions and community service. They learn practical skills, work together in teams and support humanitarian activities in their schools and communities.
Chapters
Post-secondary institutions
Chapters bring together students from Institutes of Higher Learning to organise community projects, volunteer activities and humanitarian initiatives. Members work with peers to plan activities and support Singapore Red Cross programmes.
Youth @ Community
Youth @ Community is for youths aged 9 to 35 who do not have a Red Cross unit in their school or institution. Members volunteer at community events, support humanitarian programmes and take part in activities organised by Singapore Red Cross.
Become a Volunteer Instructor
Volunteer Instructors support Red Cross Youth activities by mentoring members, assisting teachers and conducting training sessions. Training is provided to prepare volunteers for the role.
Hear from the Youth
Making A Difference
RCY provides a platform for individuals to grow while making a real difference in the community. Whether you serve on the front lines or behind the scenes, you are part of something larger than yourself.
Guo Siyan (Middle)
Volunteer
Unbreakable Bonds
The friendships and connections I’ve built with residents and fellow volunteers are what make volunteering such a rewarding experience.
Prinaka
Red Cross Chapters Member
Friendships Founded
I came to the Red Cross expecting to learn first aid. Instead, I found friendships, new perspectives and countless reminders that kindness matters.
Fatima
Red Cross Chapters Member
Youth Hub
The Youth Hub @ Campsite is a safe space for youths to come together and express their volunteerism and humanitarian leadership aspirations. It houses the Humanitarian Trail, a series of activity-based stations. This setup serves as an experiential learning platform aimed at enhancing youths' comprehension of humanitarian work.
Collaboration with
Outward Bound Singapore (OBS)
These sessions entail bi-weekly overnight stays. Each session includes a 1.5-hour Humanitarian Trail activity, showcasing the GO-Bag Station and the Water Filtration Station which provide insights into SRC's services.
Start a Red Cross Youth Group
Schools and community organisations interested in starting a Red Cross Youth group can contact us to learn about the requirements, available support and how to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Cross Youth?
Red Cross Youth (RCY) is the youth wing of the Singapore Red Cross. Through humanitarian service, leadership development and community projects, RCY empowers young people to become compassionate leaders and active contributors to society.
Who can join Red Cross Youth?
Red Cross Youth is open to students from primary schools, secondary schools, junior colleges, Millennia Institute, Institutes of Technical Education and tertiary institutions where RCY units or chapters are available.
How to join Red Cross Youth?
You can join through your school’s RCY unit or chapter. If your school does not have one, contact us to explore other youth volunteering opportunities with the Singapore Red Cross.