2023 was a year of change and hope as Hong Kong emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic and regained a sense of normalcy. Reflecting upon the past 12 months, we are immensely grateful to our partners and stakeholders for their unwavering support in our collective mission to build a fairer, more equal society in the post-pandemic world.

Enhancing support for carers is an indispensable yet often overlooked step in fostering greater equality in society. With the aim to improve support for individuals with caring responsibilities in the workplace, the EOC will organise a seminar on promoting family-friendly employment practices (FFEPs) for employers on 19 January 2024.

The concept of barrier-free design is familiar to the public following years of implementation. However, as populating ageing advances, a more holistic and proactive approach is necessary to ensure that everyone can participate equally in society at different stages of their lives.

Established by Link Asset Management Limited, Link Sustainability Lab in Lok Fu Place is a not-for-profit educational and collaborative platform designed to popularise sustainability and inspire everyone to explore sustainable solutions. The Lab is currently showcasing a new inclusion theme, “Differently Together”, which delves into the topics of multiculturalism, mental wellness, and active ageing. The EOC is one of the supporting organisations for the initiative.