MUIS plans a refresh of its Befrienders Programme in Singapore

What MUIS announced

Singapore’s Islamic Religious Council, MUIS, plans a six-month refresh of its Befrienders Programme, starting by the end of 2026. Its 25 October announcement says the work will address volunteer training, the befriending model and coordination with mosques and community partners.

The announcement accompanied Befrienders Learning Day at NTU@one-north. MUIS describes a programme supporting Zakat beneficiaries through companionship and connections to assistance. It says further details will follow once the enhancements are finalised.

What readers can—and cannot—conclude

This is an announcement of planned changes, rather than confirmation that a redesigned service has launched. It does not establish a new public application deadline or guarantee eligibility for assistance. Readers should check the original update for subsequent details.

Finding the appropriate help in Singapore

MUIS’s Get help page links to Zakat Singapore’s assistance information. The application guide directs readers to a Social Development mosque near their official residential address and an appointment with a Social Development Officer for assessment. Read the current guide for eligibility and required documents rather than treating this news report as an application form.

If you are seeking support for yourself or helping a relative, these questions can make an initial enquiry more useful. They are AL-Naqawa’s suggested checklist, not additional MUIS rules:

• Which Social Development mosque should handle the enquiry for this address?
• How can an assessment appointment be arranged, and what should be prepared?
• If companionship or caregiver support is needed, who can explain the appropriate referral route?

Keep personal enquiries with the responsible service

Use the official contact route to discuss personal circumstances. AL-Naqawa publishes community information; it does not assess applications, arrange home visits or collect documents for MUIS. People outside Singapore should consult the relevant services in their own area.