Volunteer

Biodiversity beach patrol

Interested in gathering data on sea turtles or horseshoe crabs along our shores? Join us as a volunteer to monitor the population size of horseshoe crabs and sea turtles!

Find out more or register to our mailing list on the Sisters' Islands Marine Park volunteer page.

Bird-ringing

Join our bird-ringing team as a volunteer and immerse yourself in the study and conservation of avian species.

You will have the opportunity to assist in the delicate process of banding birds, contributing to vital research on their behaviour and population dynamics.

Look out for available opportunities on our National Parks Board page at volunteer.gov.sg.

Boat patrol

Join us as we conduct monthly boat patrols to safeguard our marine flora and fauna from illegal boat and shore activities.

Look out for available opportunities on our National Parks Board page at volunteer.gov.sg.

Citizen science

Participate in organised research efforts to survey the biodiversity around us through our citizen science programmes.

The data you collect can inform decision-makers and help with the formulation of conservation strategies.

Forest patrol

Join our forest patrol team and make a real difference in protecting our precious natural habitats and the wildlife that live in them.

As a volunteer, you will have the opportunity to explore the beauty of our forests while actively contributing to their preservation.

Look out for available opportunities on our National Parks Board page at volunteer.gov.sg.

Herbarium specimens mounting

Join us as a volunteer and delve into the world of botanical preservation.

You will have the opportunity to handle and mount plant specimens, contributing to the documentation and conservation of Singapore's rich plant heritage.

Email us to sign up as a volunteer!

Invasive Species Management (ISM)

Join us for an ISM session to remove invasive plant species from our nature areas! Volunteers will need to manually weed and remove these plants and their tubers or roots thoroughly to eradicate them.

Find out more on our National Parks Board page at volunteer.gov.sg or submit a request via email (for school groups only).

Library archival

Join our team as a volunteer library archivist and become a guardian of our cultural heritage.

As a dedicated member, you will have the opportunity to handle and organise historical documents, manuscripts, and records, ensuring their preservation for future generations.

Email us to sign up as a volunteer!

AVS animal classroom

As a volunteer, you will be caring for rescued companion animals at the Animal Classroom. You will be involved in daily tasks such as:

• General cleaning of the classroom
• Preparing meals for the animals
• Interacting and socialising with animals
• Learning about animal behaviour and care

Visit the AVS animal classroom caregiver page to register or find out more.

AVS outreach and education

Engage the public about responsible pet ownership and animal welfare through outreach events (such as Pets' Day Out), community events, roadshows, school learning journeys and other fun activities.

You will:

• Assist with the care and handling of animals if they are included in the outreach events.
• Communicate effectively with a variety of audiences, including children, adults and other professionals.
• Conduct volunteer training sessions.

Visit the AVS outreach educator page to register or find out more.

Friends of the Parks

The Friends of the Parks (FoTP) is a ground-led initiative to promote stewardship and responsible use of Singapore's parks. It consists of localised communities represented by active stakeholders and volunteers from the parks.

Visit our Friends of the Parks page to register or find out more.

Nature and heritage education

Be a guide in our parks and gardens, and share your knowledge of history, heritage, and flora and fauna with visitors.

Look out for available opportunities on our National Parks Board page at volunteer.gov.sg.

Nature Kakis

Join the Nature Kakis Network or start a Nature Kakis chapter in your neighbourhood!

The Nature Kakis Network is a touchpoint centred at the heart of local communities that makes City in Nature-related initiatives more accessible for members of the public to participate in.

Come join us to learn, organise and lead a variety of City in Nature programmes with other like-minded individuals in the Network.

Visit the Nature Kakis website to find out more.

Outreach and events

Be involved in the preparation and execution of exciting community events.

Look out for available opportunities on our National Parks Board page at volunteer.gov.sg.

Community composting Saturdays @ Jurong Lake Gardens

Join us for a morning at the community compost corner at Jurong Lake Gardens while we prepare the food scraps and plant trimmings used in the compost.

Look out for available opportunities on our National Parks Board page at volunteer.gov.sg.

Community in Bloom

Join or start a community garden in your neighbourhood, school or organisation! Community gardens are great places for bonding, learning and growing as a group.

Learn more about community gardens and their associated activities at our Community-in-Bloom page.

Habitat enhancement

Play an active role in supporting and promoting Singapore’s natural heritage by maintaining and enhancing habitats for our flora and fauna.

Find out more on our National Parks Board page at volunteer.gov.sg.

Horticulture

Work closely with our horticulturists and support them in managing the landscapes in parks and gardens, while learning more about different plants and their characteristics in our green spaces.

Find out more on our National Parks Board page at volunteer.gov.sg.

OneMillionTrees Movement

If engaging the community is what you enjoy, why not volunteer as a OneMillionTrees movement volunteer facilitator?

As a volunteer facilitator for the OneMillionTrees Movement, you will:

• Share the importance of planting trees with other participants.
• Champion and educate others of our City in Nature vision.
• Explain how the initiative contributes to restoring nature to our city.
• Ensure a safe environment for participants to plant a tree.

All volunteer facilitators are required to undergo training before becoming an official volunteer facilitator. Sign up today and keep an eye out for our training sessions on our National Parks Board page at volunteer.gov.sg!

Youth Stewards for Nature

The Youth Stewards for Nature (YSN) is a 6 month programme for youths aged 18-25, with an interest in urban greenery and biodiversity.

Participants gain hands-on experience in fields like horticulture, landscape design, nature management and biodiversity conservation through mentored group projects.

Learn more about the YSN programme.