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Turning Lives Around
Navigating teenage life is hard enough. How do you do when your parents are deaf-mute? When the company you keep involves you in delinquent behaviour and you finally get arrested?
This is Ching's story and with the encouragement of his teachers, he was moved to change. He discovered a passion for music while on probation and as a result of the help he received, now plans to become a teacher or a social worker. Giving back to others.
The stories of young people turning their lives around, in spite of mistakes they've made, need to be recognised. And that is what Turning Point is all about.
The Federation, together with support from The Lions Club of Tsuen Wan and the Correctional Services Department, recently held The Turning Point 2025 - Youth Improvement Award Ceremony. With Mr. Joe Chow Yat-ming, Commissioner of Police of Hong Kong, as the Guest of Honour, eight remarkable young individuals, aged 16 to 32, shared the power of transformation through their personal and inspiring journeys.
This year's theme, "Power to Change," was apt, as these eight young people, were recognised by The HKFYG Youth Crime Prevention Centre for their outstanding efforts to become law-abiding, contributing members of society.
These awardees will join past recipients, participants and others in becoming "Youth Power Ambassadors", sharing their stories to inspire peers to make positive changes and lead purposeful lives.
By working together, we can empower them to learn from their past, seize opportunities, and create a brighter future through a positive mindset and supportive guidance.
More details https://bit.ly/4ek8D3p
Enquiries Chan Wing-yeung 2396 4711
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A New Look and Ethos for The HKFYG Jockey Club Organic Farm
Aims to renovate the Organic Farm with the cutting-edge green building design and integrating smart farming, low carbon eating and renewable energy features into the Farm for the community to learn more about the concept of organic farming
Activities include open day with craft workshops, guided tours and interactive activities to reconnect with nature and rediscover sustainable living
Target general public
Funded and supported by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust
Organised by HKFYG Jockey Club Organic Farm
More details https://bit.ly/3ZN1W3D
Enquiries Izzi Pang 2838 4808
A Journey to North- Exploration of the Northeast Provinces
Aims to cultivate a sense of social responsibility among youth and deepen their understanding of national defense by visiting cultural and natural reserves. Participants will explore the connection between ecological protection and history, encouraging them to actively contribute to sustainable development and national security
Activities include visits to the Chilechuan Grassland and Moho Arctic Heights, as well as exploration of the Guomen Scenic Area in Manzhouli, along with other exciting destinations
Date 20-30 September 2025
Quota 30 participants
Deadline 18 July 2025
Funded by Home and Youth Affairs Bureau, Youth Development Commission and HYAB Funding Scheme for Youth Exchange in the Mainland
Organised by HKFYG Youth Exchange Unit
More details https://bit.ly/3GbxQ39
Enquiries Mandy Chan 3586 8448
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Why Financial Literacy Matters: Youth Hong Kong magazine No 17.2 Jun 2025
In this issue of Youth Hong Kong, we look at how to equip young people with financial literacy from aspects of education, values, digitalisation and wellness
Read online click here
Advertising, requests and enquiries Mia Yao 3755 7108
Email youthhongkong@hkfyg.org.hk
The HKFYG Survey Results on “Secondary School Career Guidance Teachers’ Attitudes Towards Green Employment Education”
Key findings
● 48.5% of the respondents agree that green employment is a future career trend for young people; about 80% agree that both teachers (78.6%) and students (81.6%) need to be equipped with such knowledge.
● 48.6% of the respondents have “never” or “rarely” discussed green employment topics in class, while 39.8% and 5.8% “sometimes” and “frequently” do so, respectively.
● 51.5% of respondents report being “unfamiliar” with green employment; more than three-quarters (77.7%) have never received any related training.
● 47.6% of respondents have never organised green employment-related activities, most agree that “company visits” (81.6%), “internships/work experience” (65.0%) and “workshops” (45.6%) are the most effective learning activities for their students.
Recommendations
● It is recommended that schools need to shift their perspectives beyond traditional 3Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle) principles towards more innovative approaches to prepare students for future careers
● “Green employment education” should be implemented in secondary schools, encompassing school talks and workshops for junior secondary students, and job shadowing and industry visits for senior secondary students.
Online survey period February to March 2025
Respondents 103 secondary school teachers involved with career guidance and life planning
Full results and recommendations click here
Enquiries Rennie Wong 3113 7999
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