All About Project Bhakti

What is Project Bhakti?

Project Bhakti classes are conducted by a group of youth volunteers under the aegis of the Hindu Endowments Board. Since its inception in 2001, Project Bhakti has catered to the religious needs of Hindu children in Singapore. The English-medium classes are taught to children between the ages of 5 to 15 years old. Each year, more than 250 children partake in these Hinduism classes, which are conducted at some of the local Hindu temples.

What is the aim of Project Bhakti?

Project Bhakti aims to share the rich Indian culture and ancient spiritual wisdom using the medium of stories, dramas, games, hands-on activities and discussions. Such activities help to inculcate values for right thinking and action in children, and inspire them to live up to those values with correct understanding.

Project Bhakti classes provide a platform for children to appreciate the richly diverse culture of Hinduism as well as the positive attitude that Hindus have towards other religions and cultures. Such understanding will help children to relate to their roots and expose young minds to all that is best in Hindu culture and values.

Why have Project Bhakti?

In Singapore’s fast paced environment, children have minimum exposure to our rich culture. The temptations of the environment are also becoming more and more sophisticated to lure the young minds and there is an urgent need to educate our young to develop a healthy resistance.

Character building starts from young and it is every nation’s and parent’s responsibility to ensure that the child is given the right atmosphere to grow with noble ideals, healthy emotions and physical discipline. Let us work hand in hand to achieve this for our trend-setters of the future generations.

Who conducts the classes?

Where and when is it all happening?

To cater to the convenience of neighbourhood premises for the children, Project Bhakti classes are held mainly in various temples throughout Singapore. The classes are held at the following locations:

• Hindu Endowments Board (for 11-15 year olds only)
  397 Serangoon Road, Singapore 218123
• Sri Muneeswaran Temple
  3 Commonwealth Drive, Singapore 149594
• Saraswathy Darma Muneeswaran Kindergarten
  Block 838 Yishun St 81 #01-322, Singapore 760838
• Sri Sivan Temple
  24 Geylang East Ave 2, Singapore 389752

Classes are held on Sundays and begin at 9am. The class duration is 90 mins.

What is the course structure and fees like?

There are two semesters per calendar year. The modules are formulated per semester basis, comprising twelve lessons beginning from mid-January to April and another twelve lessons beginning from July to October. At the end of the second semester, a one-day workshop is held where students from all the centres converge and have a day filled with activities like talks, art ‘n’ craft, games and competitions.

The cost per semester per child is $25.00. All materials will be provided. Free transport is also provided for most locations. However, you will need to check the availability with the teacher in-charge at the point of registration.

How do I register for the classes?

Simply Click here to download the registration form, complete it and hand it to the teacher in-charge at any of the centres. Registration forms are also available with the teachers at the respective centres.

Can I volunteer to teach in the classes?

• 18 – 35 years old,
• interested in enhancing your knowledge in understanding our rich Hindu heritage,
• enjoy the company of children,
• Keen in being a teacher as well as a learner,

then we would like to hear from you. Simply click here to download, complete the form and send it to:

Hindu Endowments Board
397 Serangoon Road
Singapore 218123

Alternatively, you can also fax us the completed registration form at 62929766.

Please note that all volunteers who register will be interviewed. All materials and training will be provided.

Who can I contact for more details?

For any other enquiries, you can contact:

Mr Vivek Kumra
Tel: 96948500
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Ms Vidthiya Ramasamy
Tel: 90628884
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