New Life Stories is a charity in Singapore that supports children with incarcerated parents and their families.

Since 2014, we have worked with families facing complex challenges such as trauma, separation and instability. Many of the children we support have experienced multiple adverse childhood experiences that affect how they learn, behave and relate to others.

As an IPC (Institution of Public Character), we ensure that children of incarcerated parents receive the reading, learning and pro-social skills they need during the most crucial years of their development to ensure they are not left behind.

Our work starts with the child, but it does not stop there. We recognise that a child’s well-being is shaped by the caregivers, environment and systems surrounding them. That is why we take a holistic approach, supporting children with educational and emotional stability while strengthening the family members who care for them.

We support children with learning and emotional care, while strengthening the caregivers and families around them. We also work with parents in prison to help them rebuild relationships and prepare for reintegration. Beyond direct support, we are committed to strengthening the systems that shape these families’ journeys. By working closely with partners across the sector, we aim to make support easier to access and better connected, so every child has a fairer start to life.