Central Singapore Community Development Council (CDC) has partnered with the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) to unveil six GiraffeSG StatueBenches, designed by NAFA alumni artists, to promote everyday acts of kindness. The initiative, launched on 27 January 2026, aims to support the national Forward Singapore vision by encouraging residents to engage in simple, practical acts of goodwill.
The GiraffeSG StatueBenches, inspired by the giraffe’s trait of “sticking its neck out,” are functional artworks placed in public spaces across Singapore. These installations, designed around themes of inclusion, care, and collective action, aim to inspire citizens to engage in small acts of care. The launch event, held at NAFA, was officiated by Denise Phua, Mayor of Central Singapore District, and attended by participating artists and venue partners.
Phua stated, “GiraffeSG Central is our way of turning doing good into action, not just words. I thank NAFA, our artists, and our venue partners for stepping forward with us.” The statue benches will be displayed at high-traffic locations such as Gardens by the Bay, National Gallery Singapore, and VivoCity, inviting the public to pause, reflect, and take action.
NAFA President Tan-Soh Wai Lan highlighted the educational aspect, saying, “Our alumni artists have translated values of care, inclusion, and responsibility into meaningful works of art.” The project marks the first creative collaboration between Central Singapore CDC and NAFA, aiming to make doing good a part of everyday life.
