Programmes and Services by AMP

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Celebrating 20 Years With the Community

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The Association of Muslim Professionals (AMP) was established on 10 October 1991, as an important resolution of the First National Convention of Singapore Malay/Muslim Professionals held on 6 and 7 October 1990. The Convention, attended by 500 Malay/Muslim professionals, met to brainstorm new directions for the community. AMP was formed with core programmes in education, human development, social development and research.

ADOPT A FAMILY & YOUTH SCHEME (AFYS): 

ADOPT A FAMILY & YOUTH SCHEME (AFYS) An all-encompassing scheme that takes on a family-based approach in providing assistance to underprivileged families

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The children under AFYS families participating in hands-on activities during an AFYS Strengthening Families Workshop

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The youths under AFYS families working together to enhance their appreciation of Ramadan

AMP Iftar 2011 at Pasir Ris East Community Club Multi-Purpose Hall: 

AMP Iftar 2011 at Pasir Ris East Community Club Multi-Purpose Hall

AFYS Hari Raya Shopping 2011: 

AFYS Hari Raya Shopping 2011

READY FOR SCHOOL FUND (RFS): 

READY FOR SCHOOL FUND (RFS) Launched in 2002 Aims to assist school-going children from low-income families in their educational pursuits

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Guest of Honour , Mr S Iswaran (centre in blue) of the RFS Disbursement Ceremony 2010, having a sharing session with one of the beneficiaries

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The RFS beneficiaries receiving their new school bags

RFS Disbursement 2010: 

RFS Disbursement 2010

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The RFS beneficiaries had their feet measured before collecting their new school shoes

INSPIRASI @ AMP: 

INSPIRASI @ AMP Officially opened in August 2007 Offers programmes and services targeted at minor Muslim couples

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The young couples of Club INSPIRASI were treated to a two-day getaway at Pulai Desaru Beach Resort as part of the biannual Marriage Retreat programme

Club INSPIRASI Marriage Retreat: 

Club INSPIRASI Marriage Retreat

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Club INSPIRASI Mentors teaching young couples how to bake

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The young couples of Club INSPIRASI participated in a baking charity event during Ramadan

YOUTH ENRICHMENT PROGRAMME (YEP): 

YOUTH ENRICHMENT PROGRAMME (YEP) Specifically designed for Normal Academic and Normal Technical stream students to enrich their development through a positive and holistic approach

The YEP youths revelled in the spirit of the Youth Olympics as they participated in various sports activities during the annual Sports Day: 

The YEP youths revelled in the spirit of the Youth Olympics as they participated in various sports activities during the annual Sports Day

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The YEP youths took part in Mine Sweeper, an activity that inculcated the importance of decision-making, during a YEP three-day camp

YEP’s ‘No Pain, No Gain’ Camp at Kota Rainforest Resort: 

YEP’s ‘No Pain, No Gain’ Camp at Kota Rainforest Resort

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One of the YEP participants rappelling down one of the high ropes element like a pro, during a Youth Camp

YOUNG AMP: 

YOUNG AMP Youth wing of AMP, launched in 10 October 2004 To engage youth and emerging professionals To provide a platform to generate ideas and articulate aspirations To be an avenue for young professionals who are interested to carry on AMP’s mission and leadership in society

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The Young AMP Board of Management members strategising plans to encourage young Malay/Muslim professionals be more involved in contributing to the community

Some 60 selected youths from various tertiary institutions participated in a three-day residential workshop, PRAXIS, co-organised by Young AMP and MENDAKI Club: 

Some 60 selected youths from various tertiary institutions participated in a three-day residential workshop, PRAXIS, co- organised by Young AMP and MENDAKI Club

Young AMP co-organised its first-ever regional arts showcase with the World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) Foundation at the Asian Civilisations Museum: 

Young AMP co- organised its first-ever regional arts showcase with the World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) Foundation at the Asian Civilisations Museum

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Participants of the ‘Assembly of Young and Emerging Malay/Muslim Professionals’ seminar, presented their proposed strategies for community-building efforts

CENTRE FOR RESEARCH ON ISLAMIC AND MALAY AFFAIRS (RIMA): 

CENTRE FOR RESEARCH ON ISLAMIC AND MALAY AFFAIRS (RIMA) Subsidiary of AMP, formed in 28 February 1998 Undertakes research and provides platform for the meeting of minds to brainstorm ideas and discuss important issues affecting the community

RIMA organised the ‘Achieving A Progressive Malay/Muslim Community Amidst Diverse Orientations of Islam’ seminar, which included three notable panelists : 

RIMA organised the ‘Achieving A Progressive Malay/Muslim Community Amidst Diverse Orientations of Islam’ seminar, which included three notable panelists

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In collaboration with the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS), RIMA invited Dr Olivier Roy, a senior researcher to provide insights on the evolution of Muslim migrants in the secular European society

RIMA organised its annual ‘Community in Review’ 2011 seminar, discussing concerns of the future of Malay community with the influx of foreigners and the declining proportion of Malays among the resident population: 

RIMA organised its annual ‘Community in Review’ 2011 seminar, discussing concerns of the future of Malay community with the influx of foreigners and the declining proportion of Malays among the resident population

MERCUTM LEARNING POINT: 

MERCU TM LEARNING POINT Subsidiary of AMP, set up in 1999 Envisions to be a first class provider in child and youth education

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Graduating class of one of the Kid Meadow Kindergartens, one of MERCU TM early childhood centres

MERCUTM offers a wide variety of educational programmes that provide a headstart with the aim of strengthening the foundation in core areas to achieve total development in education: 

MERCU TM offers a wide variety of educational programmes that provide a headstart with the aim of strengthening the foundation in core areas to achieve total development in education

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Happy faces of the children at one of MERCU TM ’s Student Care Centres, which offer a wide range of activities for 7 to 12 years old.

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MERCU TM provides an educational platform for Primary 3 to 5 students to achieve academic excellence

AMP @ JURONG POINT: 

AMP @ JURONG POINT Branch office, set up in February 2011 Aims to be a dedicated centre for youths to drop-in and participate in structured and educational activities among themselves under supervision of youth officers

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The unveiling of the AMP @ Jurong Point centre’s logo with Guest of Honour , Mr Masagos Zulkifli Mohamad

Guest of Honour, Mr Masagos Zulkifli Mohamad, and Special Guest, Mr Zaqy Mohamad, interacting with the youths at the hub: 

Guest of Honour , Mr Masagos Zulkifli Mohamad, and Special Guest, Mr Zaqy Mohamad, interacting with the youths at the hub

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Since its official ceremony on 26 February 2011, AMP @ Jurong Point has transpired into a one-stop hub, providing a range of services for youths