Chapter 1: What does citizenship mean to me?

• Definition of legal status

  to be formally recognised by law to be a member of a country
• Example of citizens rights & obligations

  Rights: The constitution in Singapore states that no citizens will be discriminated against on the ground of religion, race descent or place of birth.

  Obligations: Male citizens in Singapore are obligated to serve National Service (NS)
• Definition of Sense of identity


  Refers to how a person perceives himself or herself. May be through sharing of common spaces, experiences and practices.
• Example of Sense of identity

  Hawker centres are important common spaces that represent Singapore's multicultural heritage and many citizens gather at hawker centre's to bond over a diverse variety of local dishes
• Example of Sense of identity [2]

  Speaking a common language like Singlish

  Singing national anthem and pledge taking

  Serving NS
• Definition of shared values 


  Values are principles and beliefs tat influence a person's attitudes, thinking and behaviour.

  Shared values refers to values that are embraced and seen as important by a group of people (history, heritage and experiences)
• Example of shared values

  A shared value Singaporeans have is the belief in a multiracial and multireligious Singapore
• Definition of civic participation

  citizens actively taking part in public affairs or matters of general interest or concern to most people in society. Citizens may be motivated by the desire to address societal issues or help certain groups in society.
• Example of Civic participation

  informal community groups organised by citizens to address specific area of needs. Generally last for a shorter period and may not be registered with government.

  GoodHood.SG a mobile application started by a group of Singaporeans to promote neighbourliness by allowing citizens to connect meaningfully with neighbours through offering or asking for help