Pro Bono SG

Do you know of a charity that might benefit from a FREE legal health check? Pro Bono SG (PBSG) and the SCCA - Singapore Corporate Counsel Association are thrilled to launch our Legal Health Check event, which brings together in-house counsels and private practitioners to support charities. The Legal Health Check aims to help charities identify potential areas of concern, review governance and compliance practices, and provide practical guidance and recommendations. They will also hear from Pro Bono SG and White & Case, who will share the purpose of this initiative and their firsthand experience going through the Legal Health Check - why it matters, and how it can strengthen a charity's foundation. Look forward to gaining practical tips on how charities should approach the one-on-one session with volunteer lawyers and apply them during their own Legal Health Check! Have a charity in mind? Invite them to sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gNDpshQt  The Legal Health Check event is organised by Pro Bono SG and SCCA, supported by White & Case LLP, with The Foundry as our venue parter.  #ProBonoSG #PBSG #JusticeForAll #Nonprofit #LegalHealthCheck

The Criminal Legal Aid Scheme (CLAS) turns 40 this year! ⚖️ Last night, Pro Bono SG hosted a celebratory event to commemorate this significant milestone with the CLAS community - the people who have shaped and sustained the scheme over the years. We were honoured to welcome our Guest-of-Honour, Mr Edwin Tong SC, Minister for Law and Second Minister for Home Affairs, as well as distinguished members of the Judiciary.  The highlight of the event was the launch of our commemorative coffee table book and the premiere of our documentary, both titled “40 Years of CLAS: A Legacy of Justice, A Future of Service”. This project was made possible by many generous contributors who took the time to share their stories. The result? A treasure trove of stories for generations to come! 🌟 We are deeply grateful to celebrate this milestone with our supporters, partners, volunteers, committee members, and past and present secretariat. It was truly a night to remember. ❤️ A special thank you to the Honourable the Chief Justice Sundaresh Menon, Mr Shanmugam, SC, Coordinating Minister for National Security and Minister for Home Affairs, and Minister Edwin Tong for contributing to the foreword of the book.  Here’s to 40 years of CLAS, and the continued fight for access to justice! 💪 Check out our documentary here: https://lnkd.in/gef8_t-4 #ProBonoSG #PBSG #JusticeForAll #40YearsOfCLAS 

Last Thursday, Pro Bono SG (PBSG) had the pleasure of joining Stephenson Harwood (Singapore) Alliance and Association of Corporate Counsel Singapore at their F1-themed networking event: Race to Connect🏎️. From the engaging fireside chat with Chris Bedford, former Senior Counsel for Williams Racing, to state-of-the-art race simulators, it was a thrilling night of building meaningful connections. We were grateful to have had the opportunity to share more about PBSG's work in providing access to justice for the vulnerable and disadvantaged in Singapore.  A huge thank you to Tom Platts, for the kind invitation and Marilyn Quek for facilitating our participation! Virtus Law LLP (Stephenson Harwood (Singapore) Alliance) Association of Corporate Counsel Asia Pacific Stephenson Harwood LLP   #ProBonoSG #PBSG #JusticeForAll 

#SCCAProbonoChapter | 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 The Great Singapore Give is back this year-end! As part of this meaningful initiative launched by the National Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre (NVPC), the SCCA Pro Bono Chapter and Pro Bono SG are proud to present a new Legal Health Check (LHC) event, bringing together in-house counsel and private practitioners to provide legal guidance and support to up to 25 charities. 💼 What to Expect: • Gain insights into the non-profit legal landscape • Build connections with high-impact charities • Offer practical, purpose-driven legal support • Explore post-event collaboration opportunities (optional) 👉 Find Out More & Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gU-YU58i Stay tuned for two more exciting activities coming up as part of SCCA’s participation in The Great Singapore Give Week! #SCCA #InHouseCounsel #CorporateCounsel #GreatSingaporeGive

Pro Bono SG was recognised at the President’s Volunteerism & Philanthropy Awards (PVPA) 2025 as a finalist in the Communities of Good (Small & Medium Charity) Category. The PVPA is a prestigious platform aimed at honouring individuals, organisations and leaders and cross-sector partnerships that demonstrated excellence in giving. This year, the awards introduced a new pillar, “Communities of Good”, meant to spotlight the vital role that charities and ground-up organisations play in building a more caring society. We are deeply humbled to be recognised alongside many established and inspiring charities and organisations. To our volunteers, donors, partners and our staff – thank you! Your unwavering support and commitment to providing legal aid to those who need it made this recognition possible. A huge thank you to President Tharman Shanmugaratnam for gracing the ceremony, and to National Volunteer and Philanthropy Centre (NVPC) for hosting this special event to celebrate the community of do gooders in Singapore. ❤️ Congratulations to all winners and finalists! #ProBonoSG #PBSG #JusticeForAll #NVPC #PVPA

Discover how the justice system can balance accountability with compassion, particularly for those who may benefit more from support than punishment.      Join us for the last module of the CLAS Training Programme, where our speakers will unpack Singapore’s rehabilitative and community-based sentencing options.      Key topics include:  💡 Reformative Training and Short Detention Orders  💡 Rehabilitation through incarceration: what prison life offers  💡 Community Court: its role and process  💡 Sentencing options for youth offenders, including community-based alternatives  💡 Probation: suitability assessments, officer roles, and supervision  💡 Court-Directed Pre-Sentencing Protocol: purpose and application     Whether you’re a legal professional, social service practitioner, or policy thinker, this seminar offers valuable insights into a justice system that fosters second chances.    Sign up now at https://lnkd.in/g2JYiSZ9  Pramnath Vijayakumar #ProBonoSG #CLAS #TrainingProgramme #CrimLaw 

Are you looking to gain insights into sentencing objectives and frameworks, and learn how recent cases affect their application?      Join our moderator Sujesh Anandan and our speakers Jeremy Mark Pereira and Eugene Thuraisingam as they delve into the key principles and evolving trends when it comes to sentencing. Sign up for module 14 at https://lnkd.in/gGbcJyES today!     #ProBonoSG #CLAS #TrainingProgramme #CrimLaw 

Last Friday, Pro Bono SG (PBSG) held an SG60 themed Volunteer Appreciation Dinner to express our gratitude to our volunteers who have played an instrumental role in advancing access to justice in the past financial year. ⚖️ Thanks to the valuable contributions and unwavering commitment of all our supporters, we managed to support over 16,200 individuals and community organisations through various programmes across our three pillars: awareness, guidance and representation.  It was a night of great fun, and even greater company! With games like human bingo and PBSG trivia, our volunteers and staff had a blast getting to know each other better, showcasing the vibrant community spirit that truly lies at the heart of PBSG. ❤️ Here's to many more years of championing justice for all and empowering marginalised communities with the legal assistance they need.  Check out the event photos here:https://lnkd.in/gkqEEYif #ProBonoSG #PBSG #VolunteerAppreciation  

A huge thank you to Tom Platts for organising the third "MacRitchie Challenge Quarterly Loop" to raise awareness for the work we do at Pro Bono SG. To donate, scan the PayNow QR code below to empower us in our mission of providing legal aid to marginalised communities in Singapore.   #ProBonoSG #JusticeForAll #MacRitchieChallenge

Law Awareness Weeks @ CDC (LAW@CDC) 2025 was officially launched on 20 September 2025 with a refreshed theme: "Let's Connect, Contribute and Care for our Community”. LAW@CDC is a collaboration between Pro Bono SG and the five Community Development Councils (CDCs), aimed at providing accessible and up-to-date legal knowledge to the community. This year’s edition was launched by Minister Edwin Tong SC, Minister for Law, Second Minister for Home Affairs, and Deputy Chairman of the People's Association, together with the Mayors and representatives of the CDCs.     During the event, certificates of appreciation were presented to our dedicated volunteers who have played an instrumental role in law awareness initiatives within our communities. In his Opening Address, Mr Dinesh Dhillon, Chairman of Pro Bono SG, highlighted the importance of legal awareness and how it relates to caring for one another. He stated, “Law Awareness is not simply about knowing our own rights.  The heart of justice is how we treat one another.  Hence, think of legal awareness as a means towards caring for each other despite our differences.  In this way, we contribute towards what I believe is most precious about Singapore, a freedom where we live for each other and not just for ourselves.”    To propel its mission of providing access of justice, LAW@CDC also launched the Access to Justice Community Co-Lab, a new platform that provides students the opportunity to co-create innovative solutions to meet community needs surrounding legal awareness. From 22 September to 30 October 2025, we will be hosting a series of expert-led legal talks on salient topics such as scam prevention, workplace rights and inclusion, and digital responsibility. Sign up here: go.gov.sg/LAW-CDC and get ready to be empowered with legal knowledge! #ProBonoSG #LawAwarenessWeeks #LegalAwareness Central Singapore Community Development Council, SOUTHWEST COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL, North West Community Development Council, South East Community Development Council (CDC), South West Community Development Council, North East Community Development Council, Low Yen Ling,  Yam Keng Baey, Denise Phua Lay Peng, Alex Yam, Pei Ling Tin, Kelvin John Lim