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Ride on, and explore the technological advancement on the mainland

The year 2018 marks the 40th anniversary of the reform and opening up of the PRC. One of the many achievements in the country's development is undoubtedly the High Speed Rail which creates another link between Hong Kong and the Mainland. The Federation believes that this connection provides a great opportunity for young people.

On the 5th and 6th of January, the Federation is organising a two-day trip for 500 young people to visit Guangzhou and Foshan, where they will learn about the latest science and technological development on the Mainland. This first hand exposure enables the participants to see for themselves both technological advancements, as well as opportunities for their own professional and educational development in the interconnected cities. This really kick starts a new beginning at the start of the New Year!

Read on for further details.

Youth high speed rail trip
500 young people discover technological advancement in the Greater Bay Area
Organizer HKFYG
Co-organizer The Dragon Foundation
Powered by HKFYG Leadership Institute
Fully supported by
* MTR Corporation
* Guangdong Youth Federation
Sponsored by
* Birdie Mobile Ltd: Sponsored travel SIM cards for participants
* Kam Kee Café: Sponsored prize coffee redemption coupons
Dates 5-6 January 2019
More details ye.hkfyg.org.hk
Enquiries Joanne Lam 3586 8448

Dance upon a Time at HK Cultural Centre piazza
A vivid contemporary dance show with HKFYG's Hong Kong Youth Dance troupe
Date 5 January 2019
Time 3pm - 4:30pm
Entry free to all
Sponsored by The Chinese Temples Committee and The General Chinese Charities Fund
Venue sponsored by Leisure and Cultural Services Department
More details csu.hkfyg.org.hk
Enquiries Michelle Ho 2395 5753

Youth SPOT magazine No 51: Simple life - Less is More
The less you own, the happier you'll be. Christmas is the best season to begin living with less.
Read the latest issue at all HKFYG outlets
Online at cps.hkfyg.org.hk/ysm
Enquiries Tiffany Lam 3755 7091

Youth I.D.E.A.S. think tank latest report No. 37 on Involving the Community in Public Finance Management
Group Governance & Constitutional Development
Respondents 520 youth aged 18-34 via onsite survey
* Close to 60% (59.8%) believed the greatest benefit of involving the community in the public finance decision making process to be its potential to make the resources more in line with the citizens' needs
* About half (48.5%) considered their participation in the process important
Recommendation The government should explore more opportunities to enhance the role of the citizens in this area
More details in Chinese click here
Enquiries Sharon Cheung 3755 7039

"Fly High With Us" Young Savers Project 2017-2020
Goal to promote the long-term development of disadvantaged children and ease intergenerational poverty
New sponsorship from
Chinachem Group
Helping 80 underprivileged children to achieve their personal development plan and realize their aspirations
Give your support for the youth too with an online donation
giving.hkfyg.org.hk/donation/cf0177wv
Enquiries Joanne Wong 2423 1366

Hong Kong Tourism Board motivates HKFYG young volunteers to promote Hong Kong's festivities at mega events
A Hong Kong Young Ambassador Scheme partnership organized by HKFYG Youth Exchange unit and the Tourism Commission
Duration Until July 2019
Recent highlight Assistance at 2019 Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations
Date 31 December 2018
More details yas.hkfyg.org.hk
Enquiries Gigi Li 3586 8468