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 communities and persons with disabilities to attend and participate in the discussion.
 
Details are as follows:
Date                         : 27th June, 2025 (Friday)
Time                        : 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM (Registration starts at 2:45 PM)
Venue                      : Room 202, Duke of Windsor Social Service Building
Target Audience : Practitioners of HKCSS Agency Members
Quota                      : 40
Language               :  Cantonese

If you are interested, please register online on or before 20th June, 2025. If you have any enquiries on this event, please contact Ms. Karen Li, Program Executive (Tel: 28642977; email: [email protected]) or Mr. Ronald Yick, Officer (Tel: 28642906; email: [email protected]). We look forward to your participation. Thank you very much!