The Hong Kong Housing Authority has officially launched the Sai Wan Estate Information Gallery and the “Stairway Stories” Trail. Having served the community for years, YWCA Sai Wan Social Centre for the Elderly offered support to build a fortress of community memories in Sai Wan Estate, allowing residents to relive the cherished moments of everyday life.

The Information Gallery meticulously displays artefacts and photographs donated by residents—from rusted iron gate parts and faded doorplates to an antique manual sewing machine contributed by Granny Ho, a YWCA member. Each item captures the donor’s personal story and connection to the estate, collectively narrating its past.

To let children appreciate the beauty of Sai Wan Estate, YWCA organised tours along the "Stairway Stories" Trail for primary school students. As they explored the hillside staircases, participants learnt about the hidden historical codes embedded in the murals, experienced the neighbourly bonds unique to the housing estate, and enjoyed the scenic views along the way. The sunset over Sai Wai was especially captivating, offering a picturesque end to the journey.  

With the longstanding commitment to building community networks through attentive service, YWCA was able to invited residents to participate in interviews and oral history sessions, and even donated old items and photographs. These contributions enabled architectural consultants to transform the estate’s redevelopment into a collective memory project brimming with warmth, celebrating the enduring bonds of neighborhood life.