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December 6, 2024
Youth I.D.E.A.S. 80 Youth Development —— Youth Uniformed Groups in Nurturing Young People There are various youth uniform groups (UGs) around the world; some are established by community-based organisations, and some by governments. The current-term Government has strived to promote youth development. Mentioned in its first Youth Development Blueprint, the Government encouraged more young people to join a UG as one of its whole-person development measures. Currently, the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau provides regular subvention to 11 community UGs. There are 8 UGs under the Security Bureau. As society continues to change, and the Government pays more attention to promoting […]
September 24, 2024
The Youth Research Centre (YRC) of The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG) today (24 September) announces the results of a survey undertaken among 1,082 local young people, titled “Good Deeds: Encouraging Youth People to Volunteer”. Consisting of an online questionnaire conducted from 12 to 22 July, 20 case studies and 7 focus group interviews with youth workers with extensive volunteer experience, the study surveyed a total of 1,082 HKFYG members aged 15 to 34.
June 16, 2024
Youth I.D.E.A.S. 78 Economic & Employment —— Reasserting Hong Kong’s Reputation as a Culinary Capital As an international metropolis, Hong Kong has enjoyed a worldwide reputation as a culinary capital. Hong Kong’s food culture is not only based on its traditional Chinese heritage but is also deeply influenced by various global cultures, forming a unique mix of East and West. The interplay between food and tourism, one of the four pillar industries, showcases Hong Kong’s attraction while supporting important economic and social development. However, maintaining Hong Kong’s reputation in this aspect is increasingly challenging as many nearby Asian cities have rapidly […]
May 30, 2024
Youth I.D.E.A.S. 77 Youth Development —— Engaging Young People in National Development Since reform and opening up, our country has made great strides in many fields of industry. It does, however, also face considerable challenges. As a part of the country, Hong Kong has benefitted from the country’s development while also playing its part in the process. Under the “One Country, Two Systems” principle, Hong Kong has become closer aligned with the country ’s development. The Central Government, in different important documents, has clearly positioned Hong Kong’s future development, including its integration into the overall development of the country. This […]
May 30, 2024
Youth I.D.E.A.S. 75 Society and Livelihood —— Supporting Wellness of Young People Transitioning into Work In recent years, there has been growing concern over the emotional and mental well-being of Hong Kong’s younger generation. While much attention has been given to the teenage group, the challenges faced by young adults transitioning from school to the workforce often go unnoticed. These individuals encounter various pressures and obstacles related to work, relationships, environmental changes, and adapting to new experiences. Consequently, they encounter significant challenges, which can have a detrimental impact on their mental health. Hong Kong has long been recognised as a […]
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