Cai Yinzhou wants a Singapore where every child, including his children, can grow up in a society that is inclusive, compassionate and full of opportunities. For over a decade, Yinzhou has been involved in ground-up efforts to support those in need. These experiences have shaped his belief that meaningful change starts not just with policies, but with people — on the ground, doing the work together.

As a Scout in his younger days, Yinzhou learnt about service and resilience. These values continue to guide him today. He was involved in starting backalleybarbers, a volunteer initiative providing free haircuts to elderly and rental flat residents.

As Executive Director of the Chinatown Heritage Centre, Yinzhou has the privilege of preserving and sharing the stories of our early migrants - stories of sacrifice, hard work, and hope. These are the values that built our nation. As a young father, he believes it is our responsibility to pass these on to the next generation.

Yinzhou looks forward to actively listening and learning from the strong community networks here, and to draw on his grassroots experiences since 2018, to serve the residents of Bishan–Toa Payoh.