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A Step Forward in Digital Inclusion
Digital devices have become the main source of communication and information acquisition. However, those with lower digital literacy can then be left out. This is especially so of the elderly, who may find themselves further isolated and vulnerable as a consequence. To rectify this, some young people have decided to take a step to bridge the gap.
With funding from The Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Fund, the Federation is launching Digital SAY, which represents Seniors and Youth, to promote inter-generational digital inclusion. The programme will engage young people to enhance the capability and interest of the elderly in learning and adopting digital technologies, as well as foster youth employment at the same time.
The programme will recruit and train 50 young people, in five batches, to form a "Digital Caring Team". Through visits to homes and elderly centres, the teams will teach the elderly how to use digital technologies. We believe that by giving them access to the digital world, they will be able to improve their physical health, enhance their cognitive abilities and enjoy entertainments through this new platform and technology. A social network - "Happy Internet Club" - will also be formed among the elderly to provide companionship and maintain a healthy social life online.
Meanwhile, career guidance services will be provided to the young participants in the programme, including trainings in use of digital devices and interpersonal skills. Upon completion of services, they will each receive a small subsidy for their efforts.
Young people aged between 18 and 35, who are currently unemployed or underemployed are encouraged to take advantage of this exciting programme: using their own skills, gaining work experience and at the same time, helping to bring the elderly into today's digital world!
If you want to be a part, get in touch!
Organized by HKFYG Youth Employment Network
More details and registration yen.hkfyg.org.hk/digitalsay/
Enquiries Rennie Wong / Shan Lam 3113 7999
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Explore Public Spaces in Tsuen Wan with Business of Design Week City Programme
Aims to foster exchange among general public and design units through a series of design activities and workshops, as well as encourage the participants actively explore around the city
Activities include graphic design workshops, photos exhibition, used toy upcycling workshops and orienting activities in Tsuen Wan
Featuring Vicky Chan, guest speaker from Avoid Obvious Architects
Targeting youth aged between
13 and 24
Event period 9 November -
5 December 2021
Supported by
Hong Kong Design Centre
Organized by
HKFYG Tsuen Wan Youth S.P.O.T
Visit Facebook for programme details
Enquiries Yoko Ho 2413 6669
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Exclusive Nomination Opportunity: National University of Singapore Lee Kuan Yew School Scholarship
Aims to nurture leaders in public service by equipping them with a wider vision and international exposure
Full-time Master Programmes
● Master of Public Policy (2-year)
● Master of Public Administration
(1-year)
Full scholarship covering monthly stipend, tuition fee waiver, one-time travel allowance to and from home country, and one-time book and settling-in allowance
Eligibility all alumni and members of the Federation
Online sharing session
26 November 2021 6-7pm
Application deadline
4 December 2021
In collaboration with National University of Singapore Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy
Nominator
HKFYG Leadership Institute
More details click here
Enquiries Jacky Yeung 2169 0255
Get Ready for Christmas at Winter Weekend Craft Market!
Aims to support local young designers by showcasing their latest handmade collections
Handicrafts highlights include aromatic candles, fashion accessories, home decoration, other festive gifts and corporate gift orders are welcome!
Location Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre HKTDC Design Gallery
Event dates 27-28 November &
11-12 December 2021
Co-organized by Hong Kong Trade Development Council Design Gallery and HKFYG Cultural Services Unit
Visit Facebook to know more!
Enquiries Michelle Ho 2395 5753
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Strengthening the Rule of Law through Education: Youth I.D.E.A.S. think tank latest report No. 65
Key findings
● 70.1% of the respondents have less confidence in the rule of law in Hong Kong than they did before the recent spate of social incidents
● Respondents rated an average of 4.20 out of 10 points on the performance of the HKSAR government in promoting the rule of law education
● 51.2% of the respondents said that their concept on rule of law was most influenced by peers
● Respondents from parallel individual case interviews are worried about the uncertainty of the laws due to insufficient explanation by the government
● An academic interviewed said that one of the fundamental values for the existence of law was that it protected the common good and interests of the members of a society
Major recommendations
● Enhance education on values behind the law, as well as the history of the city
● Improve legislation explanation work
● Explore more training opportunities for young people to facilitate their participation in the promotion of the rule of law of the city
Onsite survey period
14-18 September 2021
Respondents 529 young adults aged between 15 and 34
Parallel individual case interview with 15 youth
Exclusive interview with 4 experts and academic
Full results and recommendations in Chinese click here
Enquiries Sharon Cheung 3755 7039
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