Stepping Beyond Campus: Local Social & Crisis Support

While your university provides essential academic and social support, a great deal of comfort and successful integration comes from connecting with the broader community outside campus.

International students in Singapore can tap into local social and cultural groups that specifically cater to expatriates and newcomers. Look into platforms like Meetup and Facebook groups (searching for "Expats in Singapore" or "International Students Singapore") to find groups focused on shared hobbies, nationalities or language exchange. Organisations like the Singapore International Foundation (SIF) also offer volunteer and cross-cultural initiatives, which are fantastic ways to meet both locals and other internationals, gain a deeper appreciation for the local culture and genuinely make Singapore feel like a second home.

Essential Local Crisis and Welfare Helplines

If you or someone you know is facing a mental health crisis, emotional distress, or other urgent welfare issues, the following local, non-campus professional services are available to offer support. Save these numbers immediately.