Since 2011, HKYWCA has organised various workshops on family-related topics in every May, in response to the International Day for Families, May 15, set by the United Nations. The Association was honoured to have the principal of Yuen Kong Kindergarten Ms. Lilian Lui Lai-hung, whose story had been adapted into motion picture Little Big Master, as a guest speaker this year. The workshop attracted around 300 parents’ attendance.
Ms. Lilian Lui shared her teaching experience and interaction with the children. By recalling how she designed school curriculum with limited resources, she reminded parents that limitation in resources and time shall not hinder parent-child relationship. Parents can provide quality company when being genuinely loving. She suggested a hand-off style of parenting and letting children to explore and learn through trial and error. Also, Ms. Lui introduced local cultures to ethnic minorities to facilitate their integration into the community.
Ms. Kathy Wong, senior counsellor of the Association’s Family Wellness Centre held another session of discussion. She commented that kids are sensitive to others’ emotions, especially those whom are in close relationship with, e.g. parents. Therefore, parents should set a good example for the children by being truthful to one’s feelings, and learn to appreciate the naivety of the unspoiled.
For more details on nurturing children, feel free to visit Family Wellness Centre’s website.
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