Hong Kong’s first Universal Design Award Scheme 2024/25 (UDAS) is now open for application until 15 April 2024. The scheme aims to recognise public and private organisations that have made outstanding contributions in implementing universal design, encourage the sharing of good practices in creating inclusive environments, and inspire more organisations to adopt these practices to enhance Hong Kong’s accessibility for everyone.

As Hong Kong continues to recover in the post-pandemic era, it is important to ensure that disadvantaged groups also benefit from the economic and social advancements. In its submission on the 2024-25 Budget Consultation, the EOC called on the Government to allocate resources for promoting universal design and fostering an inclusive economy, thereby enabling people with diverse needs to thrive.

On 28 February 2024, the EOC will organise a seminar entitled “Embracing Equal Opportunities to Enhance ESG” to help small and medium-sized businesses realise their ESG goals by creating diverse and inclusive workplaces. The seminar will feature talks by experts from the EOC, who will share practical tips and best practices on preventing workplace sexual harassment, cultivating racially inclusive work environments, and adopting universal design principles to enhance accessibility.

The February 2024 edition of The EO Beat is now available for download. The online publication examines the latest issues in the field of equal opportunities, and highlights the EOC’s flagship initiatives and key activities over the past seven months.