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Event update – “4th Policy Research and Advocacy Conference cum Workshop” was successfully held

The annual Policy Research and Advocacy Conference was successfully held on 4th March, attracting over a hundred professionals in the sector. For the first time, we had poster presentation session allowing participants to share their research work and experiences, collectively exploring how research can support the service development and drive to policy advocacy. HKCSS would like to express gratitude for the contributions of the speakers and the support of all participants. You are welcome to click on the following links to access the presentation slides and poster contents. Keynote speech PowerPoint Evidence-based Policy Advocacy - Dr. Law Chi Kwong, The University of Hong Kong Using Research Data to Drive Service Development - Prof. Terry Lum, The University of Hong Kong Promoting a Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Culture among NGO Practitioners in Hong Kong: The Experience of the Jockey Club MEL Institute Project - Dr. Steven Ngai, The Chinese University ...

S+ Summit cum Expo 2024

Together We Co-create a Sustainable Society “S+”: HKCSS organises the summit and expo on social impact The rapid changes in society, economy, and environment, coupled with major challenges such as demographic shifts, economic restructuring, extreme weather, and the technological revolution, present both significant challenges and golden opportunities for Hong Kong. In the face of these circumstances, we have to work with various sectors in the society, adopt innovative thinking and solutions, to build a sustainable and livable Hong Kong. For over seventy years, the Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS) has been rooted in the social welfare sector while connecting community, business, government, academia, and other sectors in creating social impact. On May 2nd and 3rd this year, we will host the "S+ Summit cum Expo" at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, bringing together over 4,000 stakeholders from different sectors to discuss local and regional social issues ...

The J.P. Morgan Pathbuilders Program is Open for Application

J.P. Morgan launch the PathBuilders Program, the firm's latest philanthropic initiative in Hong Kong. The program, in partnership with The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS), will help undergraduate students develop hands-on skills and knowledge as they transition from education into the workforce. The program will be open to Higher Diploma and Associate Degree students in Hong Kong and aim to prepare them for careers in growing industries such as aviation, finance as well as the environmental space. We would like to invite youth related Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) who can provide training solutions and job placements to apply to participate in this program. Application Details: Date of Application Application accepted from March 6 to March 20, 2024, at 15:00 sharp. (Click here to access the Online Application System) Eligibility A tax-exempted charitable organization under Section 88 of the Inland Revenue Ordinance (Cap 112) for at least 2 years; In operation for at ...

Must Know Legal Issues for NGO Management (29 April 2024)

The Hong Kong Council of Social Service and Mayer Brown co-organize an insightful legal seminar on two pivotal topics impacting NGOs: anonymous donations and intellectual property issues. The event will provide the opportunity to explore the intricacies of the related legal challenges, empowering the board members and senior management of the NGOs to make informed decisions, while also discovering effective strategies to mitigate associated risks and safeguard their organization.    Highlights of the Event: - Valuable insights from Mayer Brown's legal professionals - Explore anonymous donations and intellectual property challenges for informed decisions - Discover strategies to mitigate risks and protect your organization - Dynamic sharing session adds perspective to the insights gained   Details of the event are as follows:    Date: 29 April 2024 (Monday)   Time: 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm    Venue: Prince's Building, 10 Chater Road Central Hong Kong   Speakers: - Mr. Alan Linning, Partner ...

誠邀機構推薦院舍主管參加「香港賽馬會院舍主管關愛領袖培訓計劃」

「香港賽馬會院舍主管關愛領袖培訓計劃」(「計劃」)由香港賽馬會慈善信託基金捐助、香港社會服務聯會(社聯)作為主辦機構推行,旨在加強安老及殘疾人士院舍主管的管理技巧和領導能力,以提升院舍實施「以人為本」的照顧和工作文化。本計劃將在現有由社會福利署資助的院舍主管培訓課程的基礎上,增加管理相關課程及活動,進一步增強院舍主管的領導能力,以提升本港各類院舍的質素。 計劃內容 院舍服務 安老院舍 及 殘疾人士院舍 院舍性質 政府津助 及 自負盈虧院舍 參加培訓對象 合資格的現任院長、副院長和有晉升潛力的院舍職員 培訓課程 36至40小時的院舍主管關愛領袖培訓 實踐培訓工作坊 獲選參加者可參與外地考察交流團 培訓內容 「以人為本」的院舍照顧模式 督導、指導及衝突處理 溝通技巧及跨專業團隊合作 員工管理和資源管理 決策能力及危機應變 按此參閱計劃簡報     參加方法 由機構 幹事職級/ 服務主管 (如:總幹事/ 助理總幹事/ 院舍服務總監/ 安老或復康服務總監)推薦合資格同工參加 每一間院舍可推薦最多2名同工參加 (須註明優次) 推薦表格︰https://form.jotform.com/240031892675054   推薦表格二維碼 現誠邀各正在營運津助及自負盈虧的安老及殘疾人士院舍之機構幹事職級/ 服務主管推薦合資格同工參加,請於2024年3月15日(五) 或之前填妥並遞交機構推薦表格。 計劃網頁︰https://www.hkcss.org.hk/hmclts/ 如有任何查詢,歡迎與項目主任林先生聯絡(電話: 2864 2996 或 電郵: [email protected])謝謝!   ...
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