Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Key Singapore legislation governing the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Requires proper handling of student's personal information, obtaining consent, and restricting disclosure of sensitive information.
Private Education Act: Regulatory framework for private education institutions in Singapore, affecting how recommendations and admissions are handled in private educational settings.
Education Act: Primary legislation governing education in Singapore, which may apply depending on the receiving institution's status and requirements.
Maintenance of Religious Harmony Act: Singapore law that ensures religious organizations operate within acceptable boundaries and maintain harmonious relations with other religious groups.
Societies Act: Relevant if the church is registered as a society in Singapore, governing the operations and responsibilities of registered societies.
Professional Ethics Guidelines: Professional standards and ethical considerations for religious leaders in Singapore, including confidentiality obligations and duty of care in providing recommendations.
Documentation Requirements: Legal requirements for official documents including truthful representation of facts, proper letterhead usage, and compliance with institutional requirements.
MOE Guidelines: Ministry of Education guidelines that may affect the format and content requirements for student admission recommendation letters.
