SINGAPORE – Nominations are now open for the Singapore Silent Heroes (SSH) Awards 2025, which recognise everyday individuals who have made a meaningful difference without seeking the spotlight.
The awards, organised by non-profit organisation Civilians Association (Singapore) (CAS), aim to be a platform to share and inspire others to do good, while also empowering recipients to continue making a difference.
Members of the public are encouraged to nominate those they believe are “everyday heroes who remind us that empathy, kindness, and resilience are the foundations of a strong and compassionate nation”.
First launched in 2014, this year’s awards will honour individuals in five categories:
- Heart of Humanity – Individuals with disabilities who demonstrate extraordinary compassion and service
- Outstanding Adult – Adults who have made significant contributions to their communities through consistent volunteerism
- Inspiring Youth – Young individuals whose actions inspire and uplift their peers and community
- Pioneer of Promise – Visionaries who have started meaningful social or community projects
- Compassionate Foreigner – Non-Singaporeans who have shown exceptional care and commitment to communities in Singapore
Nominations are open until June 15, and the award ceremony will take place at Shangri-La Hotel on Sep 27, 2025.
Members of the public are invited to submit their nominations at: https://sgsilentheroes.com/online-nomination/
Past winners include Mr Abdul Karim, a senior construction supervisor who has been working here since 2014 and was conferred the Compassionate Foreigner Award in 2024.
Mr Abdul, better known as Sojib, runs a popular Facebook page where he shares essential local information and relevant resources for fellow migrant workers in Singapore.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, he offered guidance, mental health support, and reliable information to many. In 2024, he coordinated the Gaza Relief Project which brought together over 700 volunteers and raised over $81,500 for humanitarian aid.
Another past recipient is Ms Priscilla Ong, who was awarded the Heart of Humanity Award in 2021.
After an accident limited her mobility, she began Project Love Lunch, delivering groceries, hot meals, and festive care packs to low-income families. Today, the initiative supports close to 200 families monthly and engages over 10 corporate and school Corporate Social Responsibility teams.
Reflecting on the Awards’ milestone 10th anniversary back in 2023, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, Patron of the SSH, had said: “The heart-warming stories of everyday Singaporeans going the extra mile – quietly, but tirelessly – to help their neighbours or others in the midst of their daily lives have truly been motivating.
“This is the essence of the Singapore spirit – we look out for one another, we help ensure that every individual and family can recover from setbacks or overcome disadvantage, and we keep striving to improve the lives of everyone in our shared home of Singapore.”
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