SINGAPORE – More than salary, qualifications and job titles, Malay/Muslim youth in Singapore want meaningful work, financial stability, strong family networks and connections, and to stay grounded in their faith.
These were the findings by the Malay/Muslim Youth Taskforce that were released on Aug 22.
Speaking at the M³+ Youth Festival that day, Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Zaqy Mohamad, who is also adviser to M³+, said these young people have strong aspirations.
But they often face questions about navigating artificial intelligence and remaining grounded in their faith.
The 2026 edition of the annual festival, themed “Weaving Threads of Tomorrow”, is designed to empower young Malay/Muslim Singaporeans.
In engaging with over 2,600 young people aged 15 to 35, the task force also found that they place a greater value on mental well-being and access to opportunities.
Announced in October 2025, the task force is a joint secretariat comprising the People’s Association Malay Activity Executive Committees Council, the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore, Mendaki and the National Youth Council (NYC).
Issues that it is looking into include career development, effective use of AI and strengthening social cohesion in young people.
Releasing its findings at the festival, the task force said many young people found that while opportunities such as career guidance exist, these are not always accessible. Those without established networks often find it harder to discover opportunities and navigate career pathways.
Lack of participation
The task force also found that despite M³+ programmes growing over the years, a significant number of young people were not participating in them. It did not elaborate on the scale of non-participation.
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