About the Community in Nature Initiative
Learn more about the CIN Initiative's mission, objectives and programmes!
Last updated 25 May 2026
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The Community in Nature (CIN) Initiative
The Community in Nature (CIN) initiative is a national movement that unites people from all walks of life to conserve Singapore’s natural heritage. Launched in September 2011, the initiative is aligned with NParks’ City in Nature vision and Singapore’s National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan.
Our mission and objectives
Mission
To connect and engage communities for the conservation of Singapore's natural heritage.
Objectives
To connect, educate and inspire diverse communities to actively conserve and celebrate our natural heritage.
To cultivate champions within the community in protecting our nature environments.
To nurture and form partnerships to achieve better biodiversity and social outcomes.
To foster and support community groups and organisations working to reconnect people with our natural environment.
Citizen science
Get involved in research efforts through citizen science! By participating, you contribute valuable data that informs biodiversity conservation strategies in Singapore, while learning about our natural heritage. There are various programmes for the public and for schools.
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Get involved
Keen to be a part of our efforts to protect our green spaces and conserve nature?
Habitat enhancement
Help us improve our natural habitats for our native plants and animals by planting more trees and removing harmful invasive species such as weeds.
Nature education
We have a range of educational programmes to engage the young and spark their interest in nature.
