Welcome to Trybe

Copyright © 2010, Trybe Limited

What’sTrybe?

Trybe is a youth development organisation. We exist to build

youths via Pro-Positive techniques and Life Skills so that they

may become success stories.

Our Vision

“Every Youth a Success Story”

Our Mission

Trybe is a global community inspiring youth for Pro-Positive living, spreading the

“You Can” possibility, so that they can pursue their dreams.

Our Values

Zeal

Being strong and enthusiastically

devoted to a cause or goal and

working tirelessly for its advancement.

Virtuous

The habitual readiness or disposition

to use your ability to practise being

morally excellent in thoughts and

actions.

Resilience

Having strength of will to overcome

adversity or risk and emerge stronger

from the experience.

Committed

Being committed is being true to one’s

word; doing what you said you would

do, no matter the cost.

“Every Youth a Success Story”

Encouragement

The art of giving courage, hope and the

confidence of success. Encouragement

moves to action, provides support for

and contributes to the growth of self

and others.

Diligence

Working hard and not taking the easy

way out; it requires earnest effort and

perseverance to accomplish what is

undertaken.

Serving

Being proactive in meeting the needs

of others, with the attitude of deferring

to the other person and being willing

to be inconvenienced in the process.

Adlar Lee, Trybe volunteer

Presently studying in Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Attended Trybe programme in Hua Yi Sec (2007)

OurStory

Trybe International

Trybe has been brought to Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand,

The Philippines, United States, Israel and China

Our Beginning

Trybe is a flagship project initiated by Save The Children Singapore Limited

(STCS) in 2001. STCS was incorporated in 2nd November 1995 as a company

limited by guarantee. It exists as an independent national charity, with a mission

being “to help children in need in Singapore and the region.”

STCS’ motivation for what it does can be borrowed from the words of

chairperson of the board Mrs Pamelia Lee’s opening remarks at the official

launch of STCS in 1996:

“If just one child is saved from delinquency, if just one child meets his greater potential,

if just one child is happier because he feels better about himself, then we would have

made a difference through Save the Children Singapore.”

With this intention to serve the youth, a series of face to face interviews and group discussions were conducted by our Project Director, Ms

Rachel Ong in November 2000. This study involved youths and

educators from a wide spectrum of secondary schools aim to

understand the needs of the Singapore youth. It has been found that regardless of their families’ socioeconomics

status, majority of these youths are found to be lacking in

purpose and struggling with self esteem issue.

Trybe, which was previously known as Thumbs Up!,

was then launched in 2001 to enable youth to lead

purposeful lives.

Our Journey thus far

Trybe Singapore

9years in existence

Over 91,000 youths

Over 170 schools and agencies

Over 900 volunteers

Thiew Min Min, Trybe volunteer

Recently graduated from Temasek Polytechnic

Attended Trybe programme in Yusof Ishak Sec

Our TrybeCommunity

Our Board Members

Trybe is grateful to have a board of directors, comprising dedicated

individuals who give of their time, experience and management skill to

guide Trybe. They are:

Our Staff

The Trybe team consists of ten executives with diverse backgrounds and

experiences. They played key roles in their previous organisations and were

all Trybe volunteers before they decided to switch their careers. Zealous,

dynamic and fun loving, the team is committed to actualising Trybe’s vision

to see every youth succeed.

Our Volunteers

As a volunteer-driven organisation, Trybe is honoured to have more than 900

volunteers who have contributed to the work of Trybe since 2001. Presently,

over 250 of them are actively involved in our programmes and activities.

Coming from different walks of life, our volunteers gather for a common

purpose of serving the youth. These zealous, encouraging and fun loving

volunteers are one key reason why we succeed in engaging and inspiring

the youth.

Trybe is committed to the development of our volunteers. Besides making

efforts to ensure that our volunteers are positive role models, we constantly

train and mentor them to become competent facilitators for our programmes.

Pamelia Lee

Managing Director, Pamelia Lee Pte Ltd

Kay Kuok

Chairman, Kuok Singapore

May Oh

Senior Partner,

May Oh & Wee Advocates and Solicitors

Sally Chan

Remiser, Lim and Tan Securities

Ingrid Hanson

Corinne Davies

Director, Theo Davies and Company

Julia Hang

Director, Ministry of Information,

Communication and the Arts

Daniel Ng

Director, BNP Paribas

Rachel Ong

Senior Partner, ROHEI Corporation

Nicholas Lee

Executive Director

Jaime Lee

Deputy Director

Jovita Tambayong

Assistant Director

Mirabel Ong

Project Manager,

Communications & Volunteer

Management

Jasmine Lim

Project Manager,

Operations

Basia Chow

Project Manager,

Volunteer Management

Amos Ng

Project Manager

Yeo Bee Lian

Assistant Project Manager

Christina Victor

Finance and

Administration Manager

Cristela Yeo

Finance and

Administrative Assistant

Thomas Soh, Trybe volunteer

Presently studying at PSB Academy

Attended Trybe programme in ITE College East (2006)

Thiew Min MinYusof Ishak Seconday SchoolYou Can Do It Workshop, 2004

“I’m very thankful that through volunteering at Trybe, I have learnt more about myself and others. The reason why I’m drawn to the Trybe

Among our Trybe volunteers is a very special group of young people who have been walking alongside us in the last 9 years. Beginning as participants in our programmes, they thereafter stepped out with a desire to join the Trybe community and play a part in the mission to see every youth succeed.

Let us share our joy as you read these youth volunteers’ journeys of serving and growing with Trybe. You will also see the respective years and Trybe programmes in which they first met Trybe as participants.

They are truly our inspirations.

Our Inspirations

community is the love and encouragement I have received from the staff and fellow volunteers. Enriched by the You Can Do It! workshop, I hope that more young people would hear the same message. ”

Min min recently graduated from Temasek Polytechnic

Pongsakorn Kanjanabutr (Champ)Assumption College, BangkokYou Can Do It Workshop by Trybe Thailand, 2007

“I was a participant when the Trybe programme was conducted in Thailand. When I came to Singapore to pursue my

studies in 2009, I visited the Trybe website and signed up to be a volunteer. I really like the Trybe community and the way they care for one another. I’m glad to have opportunities to speak to other international students and help them assimilate in a new culture.”

Champ is presently studying in SJI International

Stephanie ChungDunman High SchoolYou Can Do It Workshop, 2004

“I became a volunteer for Trybe when I was in Secondary 3, after attending the You Can Do

It! workshop. I’m amazed by the passion shown by the Trybe team when they cared even for the most difficult students. Truly inspired, I hope to become a role model and I want to impact lives.”

Stephanie is presently studying in Arium School of Arts and Social Science

M HemaChua Chu Kang Secondary SchoolA.R.I.S.E. Student Leadership Camp, 2008

“I found Trybe programmes very encouraging and meaningful, so I decided

to sign up as a volunteer. Volunteering with Trybe has allowed me to gain new experiences and meet new people. Thank you Trybe for giving me the chance to impact others liked how you have impacted mine.”

Hema is presently studying in Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Ng Yi MingMontfort Secondary SchoolService Learning and Leadership Camp, 2005

“I decided to volunteer with Trybe because I was touched by the sincerity of the Trybe volunteers whom I met during

the camp. Trybe has truly taught me how to put myself in the shoes of others, and to accept and adapt to people who are different. I hope to do my part to serve the youth and make a difference in their lives.”

Yi Ming is presently studying in Singapore Polytechnic

Vanessa NgCHIJ Katong ConventService Learning and Leadership Camp, 2008

“I joined Trybe as a volunteer with other friends after attending a Trybe programme. Volunteering with Trybe has been

meaningful and enjoyable. I’m grateful for Trybe’s sincerity and encouragement. Whatever Trybe has done for me, I hope to do the same for others.”

Vanessa is presently studying in Meridien Junior College

Alexander ChanHwa Chong Institution (College Section)Sabbatical Programme, 2008

“The Sabbatical Programme conducted by Trybe is one of the most impactful programmes I have attended. I kept in touch

with the staff at Trybe and decided to volunteer with them after I completed my A Levels. Volunteering has helped me to understand and approach students better. Trybe’s programmes are effective, and it has a good team and an empowering culture. I believe in Trybe’s vision, Every Youth a Success Story.”

Alex is enrolling into University of Hong Kong

Chua Teck Xian (Vege)Yuan Ching Secondary SchoolYou Can Do It Workshop, 2003; Dare to Dream Workshop, 2004; W4 GAP Leadership Camp, 2005

“I started volunteering for fun! But as I got more involved in Trybe’s activities, my passion for the youth grew. I find Trybe’s approach to be different from other organisations - they believe in volunteer empowerment. My journey with Trybe has been fruitful because there are constantly new things for me to learn. Thank you Trybe for believing in me!”

Vege is presently a NS man

Thiew Min MinYusof Ishak Seconday SchoolYou Can Do It Workshop, 2004

“I’m very thankful that through volunteering at Trybe, I have learnt more about myself and others. The reason why I’m drawn to the Trybe

community is the love and encouragement I have received from the staff and fellow volunteers. Enriched by the You Can Do It! workshop, I hope that more young people would hear the same message. ”

Min min recently graduated from Temasek Polytechnic

Pongsakorn Kanjanabutr (Champ)Assumption College, BangkokYou Can Do It Workshop by Trybe Thailand, 2007

“I was a participant when the Trybe programme was conducted in Thailand. When I came to Singapore to pursue my

studies in 2009, I visited the Trybe website and signed up to be a volunteer. I really like the Trybe community and the way they care for one another. I’m glad to have opportunities to speak to other international students and help them assimilate in a new culture.”

Champ is presently studying in SJI International

Stephanie ChungDunman High SchoolYou Can Do It Workshop, 2004

“I became a volunteer for Trybe when I was in Secondary 3, after attending the You Can Do

It! workshop. I’m amazed by the passion shown by the Trybe team when they cared even for the most difficult students. Truly inspired, I hope to become a role model and I want to impact lives.”

Stephanie is presently studying in Arium School of Arts and Social Science

M HemaChua Chu Kang Secondary SchoolA.R.I.S.E. Student Leadership Camp, 2008

“I found Trybe programmes very encouraging and meaningful, so I decided

to sign up as a volunteer. Volunteering with Trybe has allowed me to gain new experiences and meet new people. Thank you Trybe for giving me the chance to impact others liked how you have impacted mine.”

Hema is presently studying in Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Ng Yi MingMontfort Secondary SchoolService Learning and Leadership Camp, 2005

“I decided to volunteer with Trybe because I was touched by the sincerity of the Trybe volunteers whom I met during

the camp. Trybe has truly taught me how to put myself in the shoes of others, and to accept and adapt to people who are different. I hope to do my part to serve the youth and make a difference in their lives.”

Yi Ming is presently studying in Singapore Polytechnic

Vanessa NgCHIJ Katong ConventService Learning and Leadership Camp, 2008

“I joined Trybe as a volunteer with other friends after attending a Trybe programme. Volunteering with Trybe has been

meaningful and enjoyable. I’m grateful for Trybe’s sincerity and encouragement. Whatever Trybe has done for me, I hope to do the same for others.”

Vanessa is presently studying in Meridien Junior College

Alexander ChanHwa Chong Institution (College Section)Sabbatical Programme, 2008

“The Sabbatical Programme conducted by Trybe is one of the most impactful programmes I have attended. I kept in touch

with the staff at Trybe and decided to volunteer with them after I completed my A Levels. Volunteering has helped me to understand and approach students better. Trybe’s programmes are effective, and it has a good team and an empowering culture. I believe in Trybe’s vision, Every Youth a Success Story.”

Alex is enrolling into University of Hong Kong

Chua Teck Xian (Vege)Yuan Ching Secondary SchoolYou Can Do It Workshop, 2003; Dare to Dream Workshop, 2004; W4 GAP Leadership Camp, 2005

“I started volunteering for fun! But as I got more involved in Trybe’s activities, my passion for the youth grew. I find Trybe’s approach to be different from other organisations - they believe in volunteer empowerment. My journey with Trybe has been fruitful because there are constantly new things for me to learn. Thank you Trybe for believing in me!”

Vege is presently a NS man

RelevanceTrybe is dedicated to keep current on the changing needs

of the youth. We design interventions that are aligned with

the organisational objectives of our partners.

ResultsTrybe is focused on delivering the objectives of our

programmes. Every activity is purposefully designed to

create positive learning outcomes for the youth.

RelationshipTrybe is committed to build and foster sustained and

quality relationships with partners who desire to invest

in the lives of young people.

InvolveTrybe ensures that our programmes are effective in

engaging the dynamic youths of today. We accomplish

that by structuring meaningful learning activities,

facilitate authentic learning experiences and promote the

application of learning.

IlluminateTrybe endeavours to enhance the intellectual and moral

development of youths. We achieve that by strengthening

their foundation, challenging their mindsets and shaping

their worldview.

InspireTrybe commits to help youths grow in their characters and

rise above their challenges. We speak encouragement into

the lives of youths and inspire them to have a vision for

their future.

Our Philosophy

Our Approach

Trybe Programmes

The life skills covered in Trybe programmes include:“The engagement with the

students is very high and the

dynamics with the class is good.

Students enjoy themselves and

learnt that they are unique

individuals who are able to

succeed if they can capitalise

on their strengths and work on

their weakness.”

Mr Stanley Ang

Teacher

Yishun Secondary School

You Can Do It! Workshop

With the vision to develop youth for pro-positive living, Trybe

spends time to research and develop training programmes to

equip our young people with life skills, spreading the “You Can”

attitude, so that they can pursue their dreams.

Key Topics Testimony

Life Skills

• Self Awareness

• Relationship Management

• Public Speaking

• Time Management

• Stress Management

• Assertiveness

• Decision Making

• Goal Setting

• Project Management

• Facilitation

These life skills programmes can be conducted in

various formats, including:

• Workshops

• Camps

• Outdoor Activities

• KP Student Leadership

• Principled-Centered Leadership

• 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens

• Servant Leadership

• Dimensions of Leadership Profile®

• DISC® Technology

The leadership topics covered in Trybe programmes are:

“The programme conducted met

the camp’s objectives as well as

the school’s requirements. The

facilitators were also well-trained

and delivered the learning

objectives effectively..”

Mrs Jessica Lee

Teacher

Clementi Town Sec School

Student Leadership Camp

Believing that every youth has the potential to be a leader, we

endeavour to build youths to become confident, caring and

competent leaders. Every leadership programme is unique in

Trybe, and we customise our leadership programmes to align

with the organisational objectives of the schools.

Key Topics Testimony

Leadership

Our leadership programmes seek to empower youths

who may be serving as:

• Student Councillors

• CCA Leaders

• Peer Mentors

• Class Committee Members

“S-L allows me to extend help to

the less fortunate while learning

at the same time.”

Adam

Student

Montfort Sec School

S-L and Leadership Training

Service Learning (S-L) is a methodology that meaningfully

integrates academic learning with community participation.

This methodology has been adopted by Ministry of Education,

Singapore to enhance the Community Involvement

Programmes (CIP) in the local schools.

Key Topics Testimony

Service Learning

The modules we designed will allow youth and

educators to:

• Understand the concept of S-L

• Manage community projects

• Apply reflection skills for learning

• Be inspired to serve the community

S-L programmes can be conducted in various

formats, including:

• Community Races

• Workshops

• Camps

• Social Entrepreneurship Projects

• Community Project Mentoring

“The quality of the workshop

was obvious in the well thought

through programme and carefully

crafted activities to maximise

learning points. Our students

benefitted thoroughly through

the short but very enriching time.”

Ms Joyce Yeo

Scholarship Executive

Ministry of Education

ICL Training for International Students

With a growing number of international students in Singapore,

Trybe recognises the need to assist these youths to integrate

into Singapore and her cultures. The experiences and friendship

of our international volunteers are a great help as we support

and prepare these students for the challenges ahead.

Key Topics Testimony

InterculturalLearning

Our Intercultural Learning (ICL) programmes are

designed to help international students to:

• Develop a positive attitude towards ICL

• Develop intercultural sensitivity

• Identify characteristics of the Singapore culture

• Cope with cultural differences

These programmes can be conducted in various

formats, including:

• Community Races

• Cultural Exchange Activities

• Orientation Programmes

• Workshops

• Camps