Issue 292 | 28/10/2022
Hong Kong must nurture young DEI leaders, writes EOC Chairperson in HK01 article
On 14 October 2022, EOC Chairperson Mr Ricky CHU Man-kin published an article on the online media outlet HK01, sharing key updates about the EOC’s latest youth engagement efforts.
Grab your chance to enter the Equal Opportunity Youth Ambassador Scheme
Curious to know what it is like to train a guide dog? Why do some companies hire talents from different cultural backgrounds? How can people with disabilities enjoy sports as much as others do? Apply now for the Equal Opportunity Youth Ambassador Scheme, and you will get to take part in a series of experiential and mentoring activities, all designed to transform you into an informed advocate of diversity and inclusion.
Survey stresses need for holistic support as Hongkongers’ mental health deteriorates
The average Hongkonger’s mental health score fell from 48.03 in 2021 to 47.64 in 2022, according to the latest survey under “Mental Health Month”, an annual awareness campaign in October co-organised by rehabilitation groups and public bodies, including the EOC.
EOC supports ADHD Awareness Week
The annual “ADHD Awareness Week”, organised by online support platform Let’s Talk ADHD and the Hong Kong Let’s Talk ADHD Association, brings together ADHD professionals and specialists from different regions for fruitful conversations about how to empower ADHDers to overcome challenges in life.