Three YWCA units jointly celebrated new milestones
While the Association celebrates its 105th anniversary in Hong Kong, some of its units have also been serving the community for a long time.
Waihong Services Group collaborated with the YWCA to write the ecological diary of Tai O
Waihong Services Group volunteers launched a community service in Tai O, fostering urban-rural interaction through ecological tours, cultural experiences, and visits to the elderly, embodying the spirit of corporate responsibility. The team’s first stop was an ecological guided tour of Tai O, led by trained local resident. The guide took participants through the mangrove wetlands, where they observed habitats of fiddler crabs, mudskippers, egrets, etc.
YWCA joined hands with elite athletes in “Together We Care 2025” to spread community care
YWCA joined hands with Hong Kong Elite Athletes Association, Hong Kong Jockey Club and Po Leung Kuk Riverain Primary School to organise “Together We Care 2025”. The Association mobilised its citywide network to coordinate venues across five districts and recruit 1,000 participants, including elderly living alone, underprivileged youth, and families, thereby fostering community integration through sports exchanges and material support.
Over a thousand audience enjoyed the National Day Concert “Yang Xue and Hong Kong YWCA Chinese Orchestra”
The Concert Hall of the Hong Kong City Hall was brilliantly illuminated as YWCA organised the National Day Concert “Yang Xue and Hong Kong YWCA Chinese Orchestra”, celebrating the 76th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 105th Anniversary of YWCA. This artistic event, celebrating the significance of both occasions, attracted over 1,200 attendees who experienced the captivating fusion of tradition and modernity through ethnic music. The concert welcomed numerous distinguished guests, including Ms.
YWCA celebrated National Day with residents of Kowloon City
“Celebrating National Day in Kowloon City - Caring Community Carnival”, sponsored by the Kowloon City District Office and organised by YWCA, was held successfully in late Sep. In her welcome speech, Ms. Woo Yuen Ling, Service Director (Employment Services & YWCA Movement) of YWCA expressed the wish to unite the residents of Kowloon City District with a joyful carnival, to celebrate the 76th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China, as well as to understand and appreciate traditional culture and national treasures.
YWCA laid down a memory staircase for Sai Wan Estate
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.
YWCA joined hands with Little Yellow Flower Foundation to organise a movie appreciation event
YWCA, in collaboration with Little Yellow Flower Foundation (hereafter referred to as LYFF), organised a movie appreciation event titled “Together in Wonder: Enjoying Light and Shadow” at the end of summer vacation, weaving warm memories for 194 individuals from 62 underprivileged families. Thanks to LYFF’s full sponsorship of theatre rental and coach transportation, children who rarely get to experience the cinema atmosphere were able to enjoy the fantastic journey of “Doraemon: Nobita's Painting World” on the big screen.
YWCA’s “Transitioning to Secondary School: Karting Experience” let students race into new school year with confidence and fun
With supported from Lee Kum Kee Family Foundation, YWCA Jockey Club Family Wellness Centre launched the “Transitioning to Secondary School Agent 1.0” programme to assist Primary 6 students and their families navigate the transition to secondary school.
Hip Hing and Vibro hosted Cantonese opera show featuring “The Butterfly and the Red Pear Blossoms” for YWCA elderly members
Organised by the Corporate Social Responsibility Committees of Hip Hing and Vibro, and co-organised by YWCA, the Cantonese opera show The Butterfly and the Red Pear Blossoms was successfully held at the Grand Theatre of the Xiqu Centre, West Kowloon Cultural District. The event was officiated by Mr. Lam Jim, Executive Director and Group Chief Operating and Financial Officer of CTF Services Limited; Ms. Yvonne Yeung, Chief Executive of the Association; Mr. Chow Wah Tat, Kenneth, Service Director of Aged Care & Community Health of the Association; Mr.
YWCA organises "Strive and Rise Programme" Sichuan study tour ignites a journey of enlightenment and growth
Sponsored by The Hong Kong Jockey Club and organised by YWCA, the "Strive and Rise Programme" Sichuan study tour brought together 96 grass-roots youths for a five-day, four-night exploration of Sichuan. This cross-regional exchange not only exemplified the tripartite collaboration between the government, the business sector and the community but also highlighted YWCA’s commitment to actively support young people in broadening their horizons and building self-confidence.
