Equal Opportunities Commission
2000
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EOC Discloses Survey Results of the "Report on Web Accessibility of Public Service Homepages in Hong Kong"
In view of media interest and enquiries from the public, the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) has provided in Annex 1 the survey results of the "Report on Web Accessibility of Public Service Homepages in Hong Kong". The survey is an on-line accessibility check on Hong Kong's 163 public service homepages using the Bobby test. The test was conducted on 14 November 2000 and some changes might have occurred since that time.
14/12/2000
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EOC Releases Report on Web Accessibility of Public Service Homepages in Hong Kong
A recent survey on Web accessibility conducted by the EOC found that out of 163 public sector homepages in Hong Kong, only 20% passed the Bobby test, an on-line accessibility check for Web users. Basic problems were found in 130 public service homepages, posing a major obstacle for persons with a disability (PWDs) to access Hong Kong's websites.
13/12/2000
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Seminar on Family Status Discrimination Ordinance (FSDO)
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) has today (29 November 2000) organized a “Seminar on Family Status Discrimination Ordinance” at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre. More than 300 participants comprising government representatives, employers, human resources practitioners, lawyers and interested individuals attended the event.
29/11/2000
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Equal Opportunities Commission Conducted Training for Front-line Staff of the Immigration Department to Enhance their Understanding of Persons with Disabilities
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) today (16 November 2000) conducted its first training session for front-line staff of the Immigration Department to enhance their knowledge and skills in dealing with persons with disabilities.
16/11/2000
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"Equal Opportunities Expo 2000" Launched
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) launched today (22 October 2000) the "Equal Opportunities Expo 2000" at Plaza Hollywood. The opening ceremony is a kick-off to a month-long series of events and activities to promote equal opportunities. With the theme "Equal Opportunities in Everyday Life", the Expo shows how equal opportunities can affect our daily lives.
22/10/2000
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Launch of EOC's SME Corner on the TDC Website
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) announces today the launching of the EOC's SME (Small and Medium Enterprises) Corner on the Trade Development Council (TDC) website. From now on, in addition to the EOC's website at http://www.eoc.org.hk, members of the public can also obtain information about equal opportunities at http://www.tdctrade.com, the TDC website.
20/10/2000
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EOC Announces Joint Training Initiative with Immigration Department
Following an invitation from the Security Bureau to assist the Immigration Department and other disciplinary forces in the aftermath of the Yu Man-hon case, the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) is drawing up plans to improve the way immigration officers deal with people with disabilities.
29/09/2000
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EOC Welcomes Judgment on Disability Discrimination Cases
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) welcomes today's judgment delivered in the district court.
28/09/2000
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EOC Gives Legal Assistance in Pregnancy & Family Status Discrimination Case
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) has today (22 September 2000) issued legal proceedings under the Sex Discrimination Ordinance (Cap 480) and Family Status Discrimination Ordinance (Cap 527) in the District Court on behalf of a woman who was dismissed by her former employer upon her return to work following maternity leave.
22/09/2000
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Equal Opportunities Commission Organizes Educational Programme for Young People
Over 300 students and youths participated in the Equal Opportunities Educational Day Camp today (10 August 2000) at the Breakthrough Youth Village. The educational summer youth programme was jointly organised by the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC), Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) and Breakthrough.
10/08/2000
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The Equal Opportunities Commission Staged its Ninth Community Roadshow at Tuen Mun
The Equal Opportunities Commission staged a community roadshow today (22 July 2000) at Tuen Mun Town Plaza, Tuen Mun. The theme of the roadshow was "Equal Opportunities and Youth".
22/07/2000
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EOC Seeks Judicial Review of SSPA System
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) has issued legal proceedings in the High Court on 14 July 2000 for a judicial review of the Secondary School Places Allocation (SSPA) System. The EOC believes that a court decision as to the lawfulness of the system should be sought as soon as possible in order to clarify the position and to create certainty for all parties.
14/07/2000
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EOC Sets Up Hotline for SSPA Enquiries
Parents who have questions or concerns about the placement of their children through the Secondary School Places Allocation (SSPA) system can call the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) at 2511-8211. Complaint forms can also be downloaded at the EOC website : http://www.eoc.org.hk
11/07/2000
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Equal Opportunities Commission Invites Applications to its 2000/2001 Funding Programme (Second Batch)
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) announced that application for the second batch of the 2000/2001 "Community Participation Funding Programme on Equal Opportunities" would start today (10 July 2000). The funding programme aims to encourage community organizations to carry out projects in promoting equal opportunities and eliminating discrimination on the grounds of sex, marital status, pregnancy, family status and disability.
10/07/2000
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The EOC Forms a Closer Partnership with Business to Promote Equal Opportunities
As the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) enters its 5th year, the Commission is taking the lead in advocating the adoption of equal opportunities policies in the business sector.
05/07/2000
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Task Force to Work on Access to New Information Technologies
"The development and penetration of new information technologies in Hong Kong have enormous ramifications for the way life and business are conducted. It is important that people with a disability and women have a voice to ensure that their interests and needs are catered for. New information technologies can potentially transcend traditional barriers of discrimination and become a leverage in social advancement for all", said Ms. Anna WU, Chairperson of the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC).
22/06/2000
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EOC's Response to the "Hong Kong Report"
In response to the submission of the Report of the HKSAR Government on the implementation of the Beijing Platform for Action (the Hong Kong Report) to the twenty-third special session of the General Assembly, "Women 2000 : Gender Equality, Development and Peace for the Twenty-first Century," the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) Chairperson Ms. Anna WU highlighted a number of issues and urged Legislative Council members to review the Hong Kong Report.
08/06/2000
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EOC Calls for Improved Childcare Facilities and Training Programs for Women
Attending the meeting at the United Nations on the five-year review of the Government's commitments on the Beijing Platform for Action, Ms. Anna WU Hung-yuk, Chairperson of the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) said, "The EOC has submitted an NGO report to United Nations covering six areas."
05/06/2000
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EOC Calls for an Accountable Women's Commission
In view of the Legislative Council's debate on the Women's Commission to be held Wednesday 31 May, Ms. Anna WU, Chairperson of the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) has stated in a letter to all Legco members the importance of accountability of the Women's Commission.
30/05/2000
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Conference to discuss the improvement of women's status in Hong Kong
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) today (6 May 2000) organized a conference on "Hong Kong Perspectives on Beijing +5" in partnership with Faculty of Law of the University of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Women's Coalition on Equal Opportunities and the Freedom Forum. Addressing at the Conference was Mrs. Anson CHAN, the Chief Secretary for Administration.
06/05/2000
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Equal Opportunities Commission's Response to Education Department's Decision on the Secondary School Places Allocation System (SSPA)
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) has received a reply from the Education Department regarding the Commission's investigation into the Secondary School Places Allocation System (SSPA) released in August, 1999. In this Report, the Commission found :
19/04/2000
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Head of Promotion and Education Unit of the Equal Opportunities Commission Appointed
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) announced today the appointment of Ms. Betty J.S. LIU as Head of the Commission's Promotion and Education Unit with immediate effect.
10/04/2000
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EOC Staged Roadshow to Promote Equal Opportunities for Persons with a Mental Illness
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) staged a community roadshow today (1 April 2000) at East Point City, Tseung Kwan O where Members of the Legislative Council and the District Board, as well as representatives from disability groups joined to promote acceptance of persons with a mental illness.
01/04/2000
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EOC Organises Conference on "Equal Pay for Work of Equal Value"
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) has today (18 March 2000) organised a conference on "Equal Pay for Work of Equal Value". More than 300 people attended, representing government, employers, women's organisations, trade unions, human resource practitioners and the academia.
18/03/2000
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Launching of Equal Opportunities TV Docu-drama Series
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) announces a Year 2000 educational initiative today (10 March 2000). A series of TV docu-drama on discriminatory cases, entitled "A Very Special Equal Opportunities Mission" (非常平等任務), produced by Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK), will be broadcast on TVB Jade Channel every Saturday from 7:35 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. starting from 11 March 2000 for nine weeks.
10/03/2000
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Equal Opportunities Commission Invites Applications To Its 2000/2001 Funding Programme
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) announced its 2000/2001 "Community Participation Funding Programme on Equal Opportunities" today (29 February 1999). The funding programme aims to encourage community organizations to carry out projects in promoting equal opportunities and eliminating discrimination on the grounds of sex, marital status, pregnancy, family status and disability.
29/02/2000
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Equal Opportunities Commission Strengthens its Efforts in Education and Prevention
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) will focus its efforts on education and promotion this year.
31/01/2000
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The Equal Opportunities Commission Staged its Seventh Community Roadshow
The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) staged a community roadshow today (16 January 2000) at the West Commercial Centre of Marina Square in South Horizons. The theme of this roadshow was on eliminating pregnancy discrimination.
16/01/2000
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