Equal Opportunities Commission
2024
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EOC Releases Practical Guide on Guide Dogs to Provide Useful Tips for Stakeholders in Different Sectors
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) held a press conference today (9 May 2024) to announce the release of a new Guide Dogs: A Practical Guide (the “Guide”), which serves to enhance public awareness and foster greater acceptance of guide dog users and guide dogs. In compiling the Guide, the EOC has taken reference of the legal protection for guide dogs in other jurisdictions and relevant local information, as well as consulted local organisations offering guide dog services, people with visual impairment and related organisations. The Guide not only covers the definition and identification methods of guide dogs, but also showcases positive and negative encounters of guide dog users. In addition, the Guide provides practical tips for stakeholders in different sectors, including transport, restaurants and hotels, managers of premises and employers, with a view to protecting the rights of guide dog users in various public domains.
09/05/2024
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EOC Welcomes New Member and Extends Gratitude to Outgoing Member
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) welcomes the announcement by the Government today (3 May 2024) on the appointment of Dr Vincent WONG Wai-lun as a new Member of the EOC, and the re-appointment of existing Member Mr Simon LAM Ken-chung by the Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. They will serve a two-year term with effect from 20 May 2024.
03/05/2024
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EOC Stages Racial Diversity & Inclusion Sports Day 2024 to Celebrate the 15th Anniversary of the Race Discrimination Ordinance
With 2024 marking the 15th anniversary of the coming into force of the Race Discrimination Ordinance, the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) kicked off celebrations for this milestone by successfully organising the Racial Diversity & Inclusion Sports Day 2024 today (21 April 2024) on the campus of the Event Partner The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong. Officiating at the ceremony were Mr CHEUK Wing-hing, GBS, JP, Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government, Ms Linda LAM Mei-sau, SBS, Chairperson of the EOC, and EOC Members.
21/04/2024
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New Chairperson of Equal Opportunities Commission swears to uphold Basic Law and bear allegiance to HKSAR (Issued by the Government of the Hong Kong SAR)
Ms Linda Lam Mei-sau will assume the office of the Chairperson of the Equal Opportunities Commission tomorrow (April 11), succeeding Mr Ricky Chu Man-kin.
Ms Lam today (April 10) took an oath, which was administered by the Chief Executive, Mr John Lee, and swore that she will uphold the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) of the People's Republic of China (PRC), bear allegiance to the HKSAR of the PRC and serve the HKSAR conscientiously, dutifully, in full accordance with the law, honestly and with integrity.
10/04/2024
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EOC Launches Bus Body Campaign to Promote Racial Inclusion through Sports
The year 2024 marks the 15th anniversary of the implementation of the Race Discrimination Ordinance (RDO). To kick-off celebrations on this important milestone, the Equal Opportunities Commission is organising a Racial Diversity & Inclusion Sports Day (Sports Day) on 21 April 2024 (Sunday). To promote the Sports Day and the 15th Anniversary of the RDO, the EOC launched a bus body advertising campaign on 8 April 2024, with 50 buses displaying the advertisement for three weeks.
09/04/2024
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Equal Opportunities Commission Hosts Film Screening with Audio Description to Foster an Accessible Society
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) today (24 March 2024) organised a film screening with audio description in a cinema for around 100 members of various organisations serving people with visual impairments. Mr Ricky CHU Man-kin, Chairperson of the EOC and Dr Ferrick CHU Chung-man, Executive Director (Operations) of the EOC joined the participants to watch the audio description version of the “Under the Same Sky” short movie series, highlighting that individuals with different abilities and needs can enjoy equal participation in community activities.
24/03/2024
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EOC Rolls Out a Host of Initiatives to Mark IDERD 2024
To mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (IDERD) 2024 (21 March 2024), the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) is rolling out a series of initiatives. Among these is a bus-body advertising campaign launched on 19 March, which featured 50 buses displaying the advertisement for three weeks along various routes.
21/03/2024
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EOC Fully Supports the Passage of Safeguarding National Security Bill
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) today (20 March) welcomes the passage of the Safeguarding National Security Bill by the Legislative Council. The EOC will do its utmost to support and facilitate the effective implementation of the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance by the Hong Kong SAR Government, so as to safeguard national security and protect the interests of Hong Kong residents.
20/03/2024
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EOC Welcomes SAR Government’s Appointment of Ms Linda Lam Mei-sau as New Chairperson
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) welcomes the SAR Government’s announcement today (19 March 2024) that the Chief Executive has appointed Ms Linda LAM Mei-sau as its new Chairperson for a term of three years, effective from 11 April 2024. Ms Lam will take over from Mr Ricky CHU Man-kin, whose term will expire on 10 April 2024.
19/03/2024
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EOC Welcomes the Government’s Enactment of Legislation in accordance with Article 23 of the Basic Law
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) welcomes the Hong Kong SAR Government’s decision to initiate public consultation and legislative work on Article 23 of the Basic Law. This would further improve the legal system, safeguard national security, and ensure the continuous and stable development of Hong Kong.
09/02/2024
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EOC Calls for Applications for Hong Kong’s First Universal Design Award Scheme
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) announced today (1 February 2024) the launch of Hong Kong’s first Universal Design Award Scheme 2024/25 (UDAS). The scheme is now open for application until 15 April 2024. Organised by the EOC for the first time to recognise public and private organisations with outstanding contributions in implementing universal design, the UDAS encourages the sharing of good practices in creating inclusive environments, while motivating more organisations to adopt such practices with a view to enhancing accessibility in Hong Kong.
01/02/2024
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EOC Gives Legal Assistance in a Disability Discrimination Case
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) today (30 January 2024) issued legal proceedings under the Disability Discrimination Ordinance (DDO), Cap. 487 in the District Court, on behalf of a person (the Claimant) who previously worked for a company (the Respondent) that operates piano learning centres. The Claimant worked as a Customer Service Officer at one of the branches of the Respondent.
30/01/2024
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EOC Kicks Off the Second Edition of Equal Opportunity Youth Ambassador Scheme to Promote Equality and Inclusion to Tertiary Students
Following the inaugural launch of the Equal Opportunity Youth Ambassador Scheme in 2022, the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) is organising the Scheme again this year. An orientation gathering was held today (27 January 2024) to officially kick off the Equal Opportunity Youth Ambassador Scheme 2023/24. The event was attended by EOC Chairperson Mr Ricky CHU Man-kin, Convener of Community Participation and Publicity Committee of the EOC Mr Gary WONG Chi-him, and EOC Member Ms Queenie CHAN Lai-kwan. In addition to sharing the EOC’s vision and work in promoting equal opportunities, a few Youth Ambassadors from the first cohort also shared their experiences at the event.
27/01/2024