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Pushing Limits and Discovering Inner Strength
Running is all about pushing limits and perseverance. Runners embark on a transformative journey, discovering their strength and resilience, testing their abilities to overcome challenges.
The Federation partnered with GigaSports, the subsidiary sports retail chain under Swire Resources Limited, to organise the Dragon's Back Trail Run 2024 on 13th February, with the aim to promote the holistic development of young people through trail running.
Ten young runners, who had undergone three months of professional training with renowned runner Tse Kok-wai, bravely took on the Dragon's Back trail within Shek O Country Park. Despite facing obstacles, the runners completed the demanding 8.5-kilometre course in 1 hour and 12 minutes, encouraging each other every step of the way. The accomplishment is especially rewarding to youth with disadvantaged backgrounds, giving them hope and confidence.
In the initial stage of the event, 23 underprivileged youth people aged 15 to 18 participated in a three-week training programme. 18 runners were chosen to undergo an intensive two-month training programme. In addition, they attended a "Leave No Trace" workshop, where they learned the importance of respecting and preserving nature while enjoying their runs. Participants also engaged in volunteer activities, including distributing supplies to the homeless in the Sham Shui Po district, giving back to the community.
As a community, let us rally behind these aspiring young people, supporting their pursuit of excellence. Together, we can nurture their talent, provide them with opportunities, and empower them to reach even greater heights!
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Enquiries Mary Tsui 3611 6674
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Passion Unleashed: V.Cares Youth Volleyball Program
Aims to promote physical and mental well-being, foster a passion for sports, and encourage active community engagement among young people
Activities include overnight orientation and training camp, competition, community service and personal growth workshops
Period March to August 2024
Target disadvantaged female volleyball enthusiasts aged 13 to 17
Title Sponsor Mitsubishi Electric (Hong Kong) Limited
Co-organiser HKFYG Community Team Sports
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Enquiries Christy Zeng 3611 6670
Creative Green Movement: Arts Rebuild Tai Po
Aims to mobilise young people to promote a green lifestyle through music, crafts, and drama
Activities include Christmas Handmade Market, therapeutic music production, plastic upcycling and green education drama
Period September 2023 to August 2024
Target children, youth and general public
Location Tai Po District
Funded by HSBC Hong Kong Community Partnership Programme
Organised by HKFYG Tai Po Youth S.P.O.T.
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Enquiries Sara Kwong 2656 3257
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Recognising Resilient Youth: CLP Energy for Brighter Tomorrow 2024
Aim to acknowledge young people who have overcome adversity in life
Target secondary school students or young people aged 12 to 18
Prizes HK$10,000 scholarship and book voucher valued at HK$1,000
Application deadline 6 March 2024
Funded by CLP
Organised by HKFYG School Social Work Unit
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Enquiries Raymond Chan 2395 0161
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Youth Research Centre latest report: "Youth Value Indicators 2022"
Key findings
● 81.2% of the respondents see themselves as useful and beneficial individuals, with 70.1% having hope for the future. However, the percentage of those with a negative life outlook has risen to 25.6% in 2022
● Confidence in biliteracy, trilingualism, and creativity has declined
● Participation in volunteering, charitable donations, and serving as civic groups and committee member has shown a downward trend, accounting for 27.6%, 60.6%, and 10.7% respectively
● Confidence in the implementation of "One Country, Two Systems" has gradually increased to 37.7%, while confidence in the development prospects of Mainland China and Hong Kong have increased to 42.9% and 37.7% respectively
Main Recommendations
● The transformation of young people's values is crucial for the overall development of Hong Kong
● It is urged that all sectors of society work together to seize opportunities, strengthen youth's ability at positive self-construction
● The HKFYG's focus areas for the next five years are "Youth Participation," "Wellness Development," "Digital Transformation," and "Talent Nurturing"
Research period 1 to 18 December 2022
Respondents 525 Hong Kong young people aged 15-39 (phone interview)
Full results and online dashboard click here
Enquiries Jessica Liu 3755 7037
Midnight Encounters: Youth SPOT magazine No. 82
This issue will explore how young people seek autonomy in the evening
Find the latest issue at all the HKFYG outlets
Read online click here
Enquiries Bryan Tsui 3755 7112
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