On 12 August 2025, the EOC held a press conference to announce the findings of Study on Family-Friendly Employment Practices (FFEPs) from the Perspectives of Human Resource Managers and Family Members of Employees (the Study). The research found that the surveyed family members of employed persons perceived a highly negative impact on balance of work and family life when employed persons were required to respond to work or be on standby outside regular office hours. In addition, around 90% of the surveyed Human Resources (HR) professionals reported that their organisations lacked guidelines or policies on family-friendly employment practices (FFEPs).

On 1 August 2025, the EOC hosted a sharing session titled Application of Universal Design in the Retail Environment to showcase exemplary universal design practices in the retail environment. The session featured representatives from five awarded premises of the inaugural Universal Design Award Scheme (UDAS). During the panel discussion, they emphasised that venue operators should put themselves in people's shoes. Improving accessibility starts with adopting practices that enhance convenience for stakeholders with diverse needs, including adding seats in public areas, offering free stroller and wheelchair rental services, providing charging stations for electric wheelchairs, and establishing private nursing rooms. They also noted that even minor adjustments to facilities, such as adjusting the heights of electronic displays, installing automatic doors, and placing accessible parking spaces near entrances, can make a significant difference in enhancing accessibility.

The EOC is committed to nurturing the next generation of leaders to champion the values of equality and inclusion.  Recently, the EOC welcomed several summer interns to work in different divisions, providing them with opportunities to learn firsthand the intricacies of advocating for equal opportunities for all. From participating in community outreach and public education to conducting legal research and supporting internal operations, the interns have brought fresh perspectives and enthusiasm to a wide range of EOC activities, making valuable contributions to the EOC.

Hong Kong Volunteer Award is a scheme co-organised by the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau and the Agency for Volunteer Service to recognise the contributions and achievements of outstanding volunteers and organisations. The EOC is proud to be one of the supporting organisations of this initiative.