Descendant of Pulau Ubin islanders on a mission to preserve heritage

Mr Nor Syazwan Abdul Majid, 27, recalls finding out about his roots as a descendant of the islanders of Pulau Ubin on his first trip to the island in 2003. In 2018, the National Parks Board announced that it was looking for proposals for the restoration of five houses on Pulau Ubin, an opportunity that Mr Syazwan jumped at. Through speaking with residents of Pulau Ubin, Mr Syazwan realised that there is a lack of a shared prayer space and heritage site for the Muslim community.