Technology is evolving rapidly. Many NGOs are now collaborating with the tech sector to apply technology—such as big data, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality—to enhance service quality and efficiency. Social media and online platforms also help foster cross-organisational collaboration and resource sharing. Please check out the highlight video of the 2024 Hong Kong ICT Awards: Smart People to witness remarkable achievements from the social, tech, and academic sectors. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8zGKuJeZFg&t=43s From AI classrooms and case management platforms to edge AI cameras, the award-winning projects in 2024 reflect how innovative technology addresses diverse societal needs and empowers different communities. This year, we invite you to be the next protagonist of an innovative story. 2025 Hong Kong ICT Awards: Smart People Award embraces the theme "Breaking Boundaries with Technology, Building Communities with Compassion", encoursing more organisations to embrace innovation, apply technology in their services, boost effectiveness, and create a greater positive impact on society.   💡 Be part of the change—use technology wisely to bring value and care to the community through innovation. 📅Registration Deadline: July 14, 2025, at 12:00 PM 📍Details & Online Application: https://ictawards.hkcss.org.hk/ 📝Enquiry: 📩 [email protected] | 📞 2922-9277 (Miss Keiy HO) ...

In Hong Kong where the society is aging, the role of carers has become more important than ever. According to the "2021 Population Census Thematic Report: Older Persons," there are 246,030 unpaid carers, looking after those aged 60 and over living in domestic households and receiving long-term care. Also, according to “The Profile of Persons with Disabilities and Chronic Diseases in Hong Kong and Characteristics of their Carers”, there are 142,600 persons with disabilities (excluding persons with ID) residing in households who had an unpaid carers taking care of their day-to-day living. These carers who shoulder the responsibility for caring for their family member, are neglected and unable to plan for their own future. To enhance understanding of the hardships and needs of carers and to raise societal awareness of their care journeys and choices, the Hong Kong Council of Social Service is pleased to announce the publication of a Carers’ Stories Booklet (Chinese version only). This booklet aims to highlight the need for carers to plan their lives and to create a more supportive environment for them. It features the stories of eight carers, guiding readers into the world filled with love, struggles, choices, and regrets. DOWNLOAD If you ...

The Hong Kong Council of Social Service is organising the 7th Care Food Cooking Competition. The competition aims to demonstrate the ways to modify the favourite foods into Care Food for individuals with dysphagia (swallowing challenges), enabling them to enjoy their favourite dishes at home. This year, the competition is open to foreign domestic helpers, the participation and support from their employers are most welcome as well. Information Target: Foreign domestic helpers   Content: Under the theme “The Flavour of Memory”, contestants are required to submit a recipe and modify a dish favored by individuals with swallowing difficulties into a Care Food recipe after completing the training. The cooking methods are not restricted, and share the story behind it. Competition format: Finalists will attend the workshops, pre-competition practice, final and award ceremony  Application of Preliminary Due Date: 6th July 2025 (Sunday) 5 p.m.  Submission Methods: Fill in the online application form before the deadline, or email the completed application form to [email protected], and attach photos/videos to introduce the dishes  Click here to download competition details All you need to do is to submit an application form, share your recipes and stories with us, and you will receive rewards if you are selected as one of the finalists:   ...

The Caring Company Scheme (the "Scheme") has completed the first phase of revamping process. The new participation standards encompass more sustainable development elements, including societal sustainability, economic sustainability, environmental sustainability, and partnership. It aims to align with market trends and address societal demands for sustainability. Additionally, it seeks to localize international sustainable development standards with the goal of continuing to lead stakeholders further along the path of sustainability.  To assist companies/organisations in better understanding the details of the application form and filling guidelines, three capacity-building workshops will be held in June, providing detailed explanations on the form content regarding social, economic and environmental sustainability will be held in June. We sincerely invite interested parties to participate. Details are as follows: Theme Social Sustainability Economic Sustainability Environmental Sustainability Date 19 June 2025 (Thur) 20 June 2025 (Fri) 27 June 2025 (Fri) Time 4:00-6:00 pm Format In Person Language Cantonese Venue Dream Impact 夢創成真 Unit C, 4/F, 760 Cheung Sha Wan Rd, Lai Chi Kok, Kowloon, Hong Kong Rm 202, 2/F, Duke of Windsor Social Service Building, 15 Hennessy Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong Inno Network 知創空間  1/F, HKPC Building, 78 Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon, Hong Kong Registration Deadline 13 June 2025 (Fri) ...

In Hong Kong, employment support has long been a core service of social service organizations. Many grassroots individuals and persons with disabilities have found meaningful employment after receiving training and job referrals from these organizations. Meanwhile, some individuals face greater employment barriers and require long-term and in-depth support. In light of changes in technology, the economy, and government policies, the entire sector needs to explore how support services can keep pace with the times. In early March this year, the Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS) formed a delegation to visit Singapore, where they exchanged service experiences with local government departments, social service organizations, social enterprises, and academics. Three delegation members explored how the governance principles   influence welfare, employment, and job retraining measures, including the newly introduced jobseeker support programs. In addition, the systems and operational models supporting persons with disabilities (PwDs) in both regions have both similarities and differences, which are worth sharing with the sector. The delegation is now organizing a sharing session to report on their study tour, compare employment support measures between the two regions. We have invited two scholars to be commentators. We cordially invite individuals interested in employment support services for grassroots ...