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Caring Commuter Award

Spotting Caring Commuters Among Us

31 March 2023

Caring commuters – the heroes among us. How can we spot them on our commute?

A collage showing a woman helping an injured man at a bus stop, offering assistance as he recovers.

Posed photo illustrations of caring commuter Giving a Hand to a commuter who tripped and fell Source: Public Transport Council

The Caring SG Commuters Committee is calling for nominations for the 5th edition of the Caring Commuter Award!

Every year, public nominations on various caring acts witnessed on public transport keep the spirit of our movement strong. This year, we are inviting nominations for the Caring Commuter Award from 1 April 2023 to 30 June 2023. 

Nominating a Caring Commuter

A woman smiles while someone shows a smartphone screen displaying information at a bus stop.

Posed photo illustration of approaching the caring commuter to nominate her for the Caring Commuter Award 2023. Source: Public Transport Council

To nominate a caring commuter, simply follow these steps:

  1. Keep a lookout for caring acts by fellow commuters

  2. Approach the caring commuter politely, after the situation has eased.

  3. Tell them you wish to nominate them for the Caring Commuter Award and seek their consent for the nomination.

  4. Request their name, contact, and if possible, take a selfie with them for the submission.

  5. Fill up the nomination form at www.caringcommuters.gov.sg/awards, and your nomination is done!

Richard Magnus Award for the Outstanding Caring Commuter and Commendation Award

And here's more information about the award!

Launched in 2019, the Caring Commuter Award recognises public transport commuters who have demonstrated acts of care to others on their daily commute. It also aims to inspire other commuters to step forward to help fellow commuters in need. 

Two categories of Caring Commuter Award are given out each year, namely the Richard Magnus Award for the Outstanding Caring Commuter and the Commendation Award. Nominations are evaluated based on the impact of the act of care on the person being assisted, the effort that was undertaken by the caring commuter, and the circumstances of the situation. The Richard Magnus Award for the Outstanding Caring Commuter is awarded to the caring commuters who, among all the nominations submitted, made the most impact on the person being assisted, and went out of his/her way to assist the person in need.

The mark of a truly advanced society is one where citizens show care towards one another. The Caring SG Commuters Committee believes that there are many caring commuters among us, and seeks your help in recognising them. Let’s work together to give thanks and shine the spotlight on caring commuters today!

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