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A Unique and Groundbreaking Sports Initiative
Sports is not only fun, but it has a profound effect on physical fitness and mental well-being, as it nurtures teamwork and resilience, reduces stress, and elevates mood, ultimately contributing to a healthier lifestyle and strengthening community bonds.
To ensure that sports becomes an integral part of wellness, the HKFYG Sports Lab has opened its doors at the Wellness PLUS Complex, marking Hong Kong's first public fitness assessment hub dedicated to making sports accessible and inclusive for economically disadvantaged youth and individuals with special needs.
The Sports Lab combines cutting-edge technology, interactive gameplay, and immersive experiences to provide state-of-the-art equipment that promotes health and fitness for all ages and abilities.
Among the standout features is the iWALL 3.0, an exergaming system that utilises full-body control sensors and competitive sports elements to enhance coordination, balance, and agility. Another highlight is Multiball, a mixed-reality experience that gamifies ball games and workout simulations, making fitness both enjoyable and engaging for a diverse range of users. Additionally, the AfaScan ScanLeader 3 serves as a smart fitness assessment platform, offering precise and comprehensive body composition analysis through advanced measurement technology.
As the first non-profit in Hong Kong to introduce these groundbreaking technologies, we are committed to promoting holistic health and using sports as a catalyst for personal growth and community cohesion. We invite you to join us in our mission to foster a healthier lifestyle for all!
More details cts.hkfyg.org.hk
Enquiries Katon Tam 3844 5131
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Voices of Youth: Policy Discussion with Secretary Alice Mak
Ms Alice Mak Mei-kuen, Secretary for Home and Youth Affairs, engaged in a policy discussion with 200 secondary students from nearly 30 schools, as well as university students and young professionals, at the “Policy Address Online @M21.” During the discussion, Ms Mak addressed youth development initiatives from the new Policy Address, including the “Youth Post” hostel and the GBA Youth Employment Scheme, while encouraging students to share their perspectives.
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A Night of Music and Giving: Empower Our Youth to Their Future Concert
Date 7 December 2024
Time 7:30 pm
Location Fringe Club (Lower Albert Road, Central)
Proceeds will go to support HKFYG’s youth development services
Organised by CUHK Business School
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Enquiries Chelsea Lee 3755 7104
Open for Application Now: Innovation and Technology Scholarship 2025
Aims to nurture more young talents to pursue I&T as their lifelong career
Target full-time non-final year undergraduates who have a passion for and intention to pursue a career in innovation and technology
Awards 25 recipients will each receive a scholarship of up to HK$150,000, along with overseas exchange opportunities
Deadline 5 February 2025
Funded and supported by The Innovation and Technology Commission and HSBC
Organised by HKFYG Creative Education Unit
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Enquiries Benny Cheng 2561 6149
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Youth I.D.E.A.S. think tank latest report No. 81 on "Preparing Young People for Hong Kong’s Economic Transition"
Key findings
● 60.3% of respondents are not optimistic about Hong Kong’s economic prospects, yet 84.0% of them are willing to stay in the city to pursue their careers
● 84.5% believe that the economy needs transformation, and 87.2% agree that nurturing local talent is key to economic development
● 19.7% have considered a career pivot, as many remain uncertain about their future direction
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Major recommendations
● Fostering collaboration between applied sciences universities and companies to provide technical training aligned with future industry needs
● Introducing Belt and Road-related degree programmes to develop expertise in emerging markets like Southeast Asia and the Middle East
● Expanding the scope of the Continuing Education Fund (CEF) to include more online courses for working youth seeking further education
Survey period 28 September to 4 October 2024
Respondents 600 youth aged 18-34 (Survey); 20 youth aged 22-39 (Case interviews); and 5 experts (Interview)
Full results and recommendations in Chinese click here
Enquiries Joanne Luk 3755 7038
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