On 18 December 2024, the EOC’s Annual Report 2023-24 was tabled at the Legislative Council and published on the EOC’s website. Titled ‘Making Equal Opportunities Accessible to All’, the report outlines the EOC’s key achievements from 1 April 2023 to 31 March 2024 in promoting equality and combating discrimination in Hong Kong.

In the Chairperson’s Message, EOC Chairperson Ms Linda LAM Mei-sau wrote, “Building an inclusive city that ensures equal social participation for people regardless of gender, disability, ethnicity, or family status, is a long-term endeavour that requires sustained efforts by all sectors of society. As Hong Kong emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic in early 2023, the EOC capitalised on the return of normalcy after three years of continuous interruptions, and made tangible progress in championing the values of diversity, equality and inclusion in the community.”

During the period in review, the EOC handled 10 015 enquires and 1 349 complaints, while maintaining a conciliation rate of over 80% for the fourth consecutive year. It also held 526 training sessions for 31 539 participants and organised 64 major promotional activities.

As part of its efforts to promote universal design and accessibility, the EOC released the How to Support Persons with Disabilities: Practical Guide on Universal Design for Catering Services and launched Hong Kong’s first-ever Universal Design Award Scheme 2024/25 to recognise businesses and organisations making significant contributions to creating accessible environments. Additionally, the report highlights various initiatives aimed at addressing sexual harassment, enhancing media coverage of mental health issues, promoting racial inclusion, and instilling the values of equal opportunities in future generations.

• Read the Annual Report 2023-24