Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Singapore's primary data protection legislation that governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Key considerations include handling of volunteer's personal information, consent requirements, and data privacy obligations.
Employment Act: While not directly applicable to volunteers, it's important to reference this act to clearly distinguish the volunteer nature of the engagement and avoid any implied employment relationship.
Charities Act: Relevant for volunteer work with registered charities, including compliance requirements and adherence to the Code of Governance for Charities and IPCs.
Voluntary Welfare Organizations Regulations: Specific regulations governing Voluntary Welfare Organizations (VWOs) and their management of volunteers and documentation requirements.
Commissioner of Charities (COC) Guidelines: Official guidelines covering volunteer management, documentation requirements, and best practices for volunteer recognition in charitable organizations.
Work Injury Compensation Act: While not directly applicable to volunteers, provides context for any similar protections or insurance coverage that might have been provided to volunteers.
Sector-Specific Regulations: Additional regulations that may apply depending on the sector of volunteer work (e.g., healthcare, education, social services).
Professional Standards: General professional standards and ethics guidelines for accurate documentation and representation of volunteer work experience.
