Community Service

Struggle for Survival Poverty Simulation「窮途末路」貧民體驗活動

Program Details
Date
21 Nov 2021
Location
Tuen Mun
Collaborator
Crossroads Foundation
No. of Volunteers
19
No. of Service Recipients
N/A
UN Sustainable Development Goals
HKUST CONNECT SDG GOALS
HKUST CONNECT SDG GOALS
Students are playing the poverty simulation game

Crossroads Foundation is an HK-based NGO that links commercial and individual donors to those in need both in Hong Kong and around the world.

Students experienced the Struggle for Survival Poverty Simulation organized by Crossroads. They articulated the feeling of being trapped in the poverty cycle and were inspired to think about what they can do to reduce inequality.

After the simulation game, they took action to give a helping hand to the needy. Through providing logistical support, sorting different donation materials, and helping with repair and maintenance work in Crossroads Foundation, students were making a difference in the lives of people living in vulnerable circumstances. 

Volunteers tidying the environment of Crossroads
Volunteers tidying the environment of the Foundation.
Volunteers packing the donations of goods
Volunteers packing the goods for donation.