Police to train teachers, social workers to spot signs of youth gang involvement
A new programme will also help young people who want to leave gangs make a clean break and rebuild their lives.
Singapore's police force will train teachers and social workers to identify early signs of youth gang involvement, as part of a broader initiative to prevent youth offending. The measures were announced by Minister for Law and Second Minister for Home Affairs, Mr Edwin Tong, at the Community Action for the Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders (CARE) Network Summit 2026.
The new Gang Renunciation Programme at Singapore Boys Home will provide support for young people wishing to leave gangs and rebuild their lives, while recognising the value of mentoring from former gang members. Early intervention is crucial, as gang affiliation is linked to increased criminal activity, particularly during a critical stage of identity formation and emotional development.
The Youth Community Outreach Patrol (Youth COP) will be expanded to more schools, and the Youth GO! Programme will receive enhancements to better support at-risk youths aged 12 to 21. Families will also be actively engaged to create stable and supportive home environments. These initiatives are part of the National Committee on Preventing Offending and Re-offending (NCPR), which aims to break the cycle of intergenerational offending.
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