Student Civic Fellowship
I came to understand that the true value of activities lies not in perfect facilitation, but in creating meaningful engagement that fulfills elders' psychological and social needs.
I gained profound insights into how elderly centers operationalize the core principles of belonging, security, and worthiness. Aspiring to pursue further studies in social work, engaging with elders through activity planning and emotional support within this framework was a transformative experience.
Edison WONG
SHSS, Year 4
@Chinese YMCA Chai Wan Neighborhood Elderly Centre
The team at HKFWS treated me as a colleague rather than just an intern and trusted me with real responsibilities.
This (a classroom activity with primary school students) made me realize that financial education is not just about teaching numbers and budgeting. It is also about shaping values, attitudes, and decision-making habits.
MAN Sin Ying
SBM, Year 2
@Hong Kong Family Welfare Society Financial Education Centre
The skills I learnt will be invaluable in my future studies where I'll be conducting field research and evaluating conservation strategies.
I've developed practical skills in data collection, animal behavior observation, and clinical documentation that directly apply to my planned ecology degree. Most importantly, I've learned to balance compassion with scientific objectivity - recognizing that ethical conservation requires making difficult decisions based on evidence rather than emotion.
Camil ZONG
SSCI, Year 1
@Kadoorie Farm & Botanic Garden
I gained a new perspective on society, developed a deeper understanding of others, and found a renewed way of facing myself.
I developed a stronger belief in the power of goodwill and action. Faced with complex social realities, I learned that small, practical efforts—like outreach, resource coordination, and inclusive activities—can spark meaningful change.
HUANG Yu Him
SSCI, Year 3
@ The Salvation Army Integrated Service for Street Sleepers (KLN/NT)
This fellowship brought me a new perspective on interpreting and tackling social issues, and on the importance of small acts of caring.
As a business student, I used to interpret social issues mainly through external factors, such as linking mental health challenges to individual-level economic disadvantage. But through this experience, I began to see these issues as far more layered and complex. I realized that external conditions may trigger hardship, but they’re rarely the full story.
Chester HO
SBM, Year 4
@ The Salvation Army Shamshuipo Family Support Networking Team
Creating meaningful educational content was perhaps the most fulfilling part of my fellowship.
I’ve become more empathetic, socially aware, and confident in my creative abilities. I plan to apply these insights to future multimedia projects, ensuring they are visually engaging with the use of AI media production tools like Canva and Suno.
Winona CHEUNG
SENG, Year 3
@World Vision Hong Kong
