The EOC launched an MTR cabin advertising campaign under the tagline “Open Your Doors to Tenants of All Ethnicities” on 6 July 2023 to promote racial equality in tenancy. This is a continuation of the campaign which ran on 50 buses last December. The campaign includes displays of two posters in three trains running on the Kwun Tong, Island and Tsuen Wan Lines respectively for 12 weeks.

Members of ethnic minority communities, particularly those from lower income groups, often encounter difficulties and discriminations when they are looking to rent an apartment.

Under the Race Discrimination Ordinance (RDO), it is unlawful to discriminate against a person on the ground of their race in the disposal or management of premises. Landlords and estate agents are bound by the ordinance.

EOC Chairperson Mr Ricky CHU Man-kin said, “Hong Kong is a global city with a vision to be inclusive and open to people of all races, colours and ethnicities. There is no place for racial discrimination here. Housing is a particularly important area as a lack of suitable accommodation can directly impact a person’s well-being and dignity. This campaign aims to encourage all landlords to be open and welcoming to tenants from all ethnicities and backgrounds.”

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