Silver Infocomm Wellness Ambassador (SIWA)

Join the Family of Tech-Savvy Seniors!

Are you 50 years old and above and digitally savvy? Or know anyone with a heart of gold to help our seniors go digital? If you have what it takes or know a friend who fits the bill, you are welcome to join our family as a Silver Infocomm Wellness Ambassador (SIWA)!

SIWAs are seniors, aged 50 years and above, recognised for their active IT lifestyle and efforts in inspiring and encouraging their peers to use infocomm technology to enhance their lifestyle – from social networking to digital photography , and online banking and e-payment . These ambassadors play a crucial role in guiding their peers to embrace digital learning as a lifelong pursuit .

IMDA and the People’s Association Active Ageing Council (PA AAC) appoint new SIWAs each year, who are passionate about guiding their peers to go digital.

Eligibility Criteria

• Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents aged 50 and above in the year of nomination.
• Actively using technology in their daily lives; and are passionate about volunteering and helping our seniors embrace technology.
• Willing to be interviewed, photographed, make public appearances or undertake other activities for publicity or outreach purposes as SIWAs.

Perks of being a SIWA

As a SIWA, you will have the opportunity to:

• Meet and network with like-minded peers who have the passion to help seniors go digital.
• Volunteer and participate at events organised by IMDA or PA AAC.
• Share your IT experience through talks at events, interviews or filming opportunities, where applicable.
• Play a role in inspiring seniors in the community to learn and adopt technology to benefit their lives.

How to apply

SIWA nominations for 2024 has closed. Stay tuned for our call for nominations opening in 2025!

More on SIWA

Learn more about SIWAs from the videos below!