PERMANENT Residents who intend to be citizens will now have to go through a mandatory Singapore Citizenship (SC) Journey, which will include a tour, a sharing session with grassroots leaders, an online tutorial, and a citizenship ceremony, said Minister for Community Development, Youth and Sports Vivian Balakrishnan on Tuesday.
The SC journey which starts this month, and will be fully rolled out in the second half of the year.
Through the online programme, new citizens will learn about Singapore's national symbols, governance, and defence among other things. They will then take an online quiz.
This is complemented by a half-day tour to Singapore Parliament House, URA Centre and the National Museum.
Also compulsory is the community sharing session where new citizens can find out more about Community Clubs, and grassroots organisations.
The National Integration Council will also work with the NVPC to raise awareness of volunteer opportunities among new citizens.
People interacting with displays of Singapore's heritage and culture, at an event aimed at integrating new citizens and permanent residents with Singaporeans. Those who intend to be citizens will now have to go through a mandatory Singapore Citizenship (SC) Journey, which will include a tour, a sharing session with grassroots leaders, an online tutorial, and a citizenship ceremony.
- Sitiemilia , Singapore.
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