The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG) established Youth I.D.E.A.S. in 2015 as a local-youth think tank. Youth I.D.E.A.S. conducts evidence-based research for policy advocacy and, since its establishment, has completed over 80 such research projects communicating actively with policymakers and different sectors of society.
Youth I.D.E.A.S. comprises young professionals, entrepreneurs and post-secondary school students, with academics and experts as advisors.
The new term (2025-2027) of Youth I.D.E.A.S. will conduct research on a regular basis in the areas of (1) Employment and the Economy, (2) Youth Development and Engagement, and (3) Society and Livelihood. Under the theme of "Connecting Community and Creating Impact through Research and Advocacy", the new term of Youth I.D.E.A.S. hopes to connect local youth, communities and wider society to further improve social change through research and action.
Recruitment is now open for the new term of Youth I.D.E.A.S. HKFYG members aged 18 to 35 who are interested in public policy and social affairs and wish to participate in policy research and discussions are invited to apply!
Application Form (deadline 15 July 2025) (In Chinese only)
Introduction of Youth I.D.E.A.S. (In Chinese only)
