Issue 279 | 14/04/2022
EOC Chairperson urges greater understanding of people with ASD
Writing in his column in am730, Mr Ricky CHU Man-kin, EOC Chairperson recently called for greater understanding of people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as World Autism Awareness Day (2 April) was honoured around the globe.
EOC explains Ramadan traditions in latest YouTube video
Hong Kong’s Muslim population is around 300 000, so there is a good chance that you will have a Muslim friend, co-worker or neighbour who observes Ramadan, the most sacred month of the year in the eyes of many members of the Muslim community.
EOC announces results of “Equality and Respect: Stop Sexual Harassment” Sticker Design Competition
Launched by the EOC in January 2022, the “Equality and Respect: Stop Sexual Harassment” Sticker Design Competition attracted an enthusiastic response from the public, with close to 300 entries received in the course of two months. The results of the competition were announced this week on the EOC’s COMPASS website.
British Consulate-General to host webinar on improving protections from sexual harassment in workplaces
The British Consulate-General in Hong Kong will host a webinar on 26 April 2022 from 2pm-3:20pm, entitled “Dignity at Work – Improving Protections from Sexual Harassment in Workplaces: Comparative Approaches”.