Guiding Voice 1-on-1 Tutorial 友聲有識一對一補習計劃
Dorothy Cheung (sadorothyc@ust.hk)
This programme is organised by Hong Kong Blind Union, which aims to enhance the learning skills and confidence of visually impaired students through one-on-one after-school support services.
Details of the programme are as follows:
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Service Target |
Visually impaired students currently enrolled in primary, secondary, or tertiary education |
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Matching Method |
Tutors will be matched based on students' gender, residential area, and the subjects they need assistance with |
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Service Period |
March to August 2025 |
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Service Hours |
A total of 48 sessions, each lasting 1 hour (Adjustments can be made based on actual circumstances) |
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Tutor Remuneration |
$35 per hour |
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Tutorial Locations (Choose one) |
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Requirement |
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About the NGO
Hong Kong Blind Union is the first self-help NGO organized and managed by a group of visually impaired persons (VIPs). The group aims to promote the spirit of self-help and mutual-help as well as striving for equality, opportunities, and independence for VIPs.
Remarks:
- Priority will be given to HKUST Connect registrants (Kick start your changemaking journey with HKUST Connect: https://connect.ust.hk/get-involved/register-with-hkust-connect/register)
- Successful applicants will receive confirmation from Hong Kong Blind Union after the briefing session.
- Upon completion of the service, the actual service hours will be subject to confirmation by the partner association.
- [HMAW1905] This is a recognized event in the "Self-directed Experience" component of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. Only sessions completed by 10 May will be counted, and they will be subject to confirmation by the partner association.
- [Award for Social Good] Please note that only sessions completed by 15 April will be counted for the Award for Social Good, and they will be subject to confirmation by the partner association.