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Issue 289 | 15/09/2022

There is no place for harassment at universities

There is no place for harassment at universities

In response to recent news about students of The University of Hong Kong allegedly harassing two fellow students at a dormitory, the EOC issued a statement on 13 September 2022 condemning any form of school bullying, while clarifying the scope and application of Hong Kong’s anti-discrimination ordinances.

EOC Chairperson calls out media stereotypes of persons facing mental health issues

EOC Chairperson calls out media stereotypes of persons facing mental health issues

EOC Chairperson Mr Ricky CHU Man-kin published an article in Ming Pao Daily News on 2 September 2022, calling out media stereotypes of persons living with mental health issues for perpetuating prejudice and jeopardising prospects of recovery for the community.

EOC’s Fall training courses now open for application

EOC’s Fall training courses now open for application

Enrolment is now open for our popular anti-discrimination and anti-harassment training courses which are returning this Fall!

Stronger support needed for non-Chinese students with special educational needs, study shows

Stronger support needed for non-Chinese students with special educational needs, study shows

South Asian students in Hong Kong face more institutional barriers than their Chinese counterparts in accessing support and services for children with special educational needs, according to a study conducted in 2021-22 by Caritas Institute of Higher Education and funded by the EOC.

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