Guilin Service Learning Trip 桂林服務學習之旅 (Jan 2027)
Forrest Kwan (forrest.kwan@ust.hk)
桂林位於廣西壯族自治區，以「桂林山水甲天下」而享譽全國，擁有豐富的自然資源。隨著經濟發展，各種工業和服務業在桂林設立工廠，創造了大量就業機會，吸引了眾多農民工進城工作，並舉家搬入城市以便照顧子女。
然而，缺乏當地戶籍的農民工子女只能進入私立小學。楊元龍基金會了解到這一點，決定支持專門收納農民工子女的私立小學，以提供更全面的教育。基金會希望通過實地教學，傳遞可持續發展的理念，並培養學生的環保意識。科大侍學行將繼續與基金會合作，共同實踐這些理念，於2027年1月舉辦第四次桂林服務學習之旅，為當地小學生安排多樣的工作坊，激發他們對創新和環保的關注。
我們現招募義工，為桂林市建安小學約一百名9至11歲的學生舉辦三天的互動課堂，以趣味的方式傳遞新知識，激發他們的學習熱情，並讓他們了解更廣闊的世界。同時，我們將參觀由溢達集團成立的桂林市「十如──溢達可持續發展園林」，該園林旨在實踐可持續生產模式並推動企業智能化轉型，讓學生親身體驗製造業如何與大自然和諧共存。
參加者將有機會：
- 藉著工作坊和教學活動，了解當地兒童的處境、面對的困難及需要
- 設計並帶領不同主題的活動，啟發孩子在課堂以外的學習與創新思維
- 參與可持續發展園圃的實踐活動，並體驗當地文化特色
- 透過服務、文化交流及反思，拓闊視野並促進個人成長
- 分享服務學習之旅的體驗，在科大校園宣揚關愛與社會責任精神
如果你同樣關心可持續發展和兒童教育，誠邀你參加「桂林服務學習之旅」。這是一次難得的機會，讓我們共同為當地小學生帶來新的知識和體驗，並推動可持續發展的理念。期待你的加入！
Since 2007, the Y.L. Yang Foundation has implemented learning camps in rural areas in China, providing opportunities for primary school students to learn and receive tutoring. The initiative integrates talents, resources, and education to enhance local educational infrastructure and promote the development of future generations. HKUST Connect will continue to collaborate with the foundation to organize the fourth learning camp in January 2027 for students in Jian-An Primary School, located in Guilin city. During the trip, volunteers will organize a variety of workshops to stimulate students' interest in innovation and environmental protection, collectively creating a sustainable future.
We are currently recruiting volunteers for the service learning trip to teach approximately 100 P4-P5 students, for a 3-day program. You will deliver new knowledge through enjoyable and interactive classrooms, stimulate students' enthusiasm for learning, and broaden your understanding of the world. Additionally, we will visit Integral—Esquel's Susatinable Development Garden in Guilin. Designed to pioneer sustainable production and drive smart corporate transformation, this facility offers students a firsthand look at how modern manufacturing can coexist in harmony with nature.
As a participant, you will:
- Understand the challenges and needs of local children through teaching activities and community engagement
- Design and lead creative workshops that inspire learning and innovation beyond the classroom
- Take part in hands-on activities at a sustainable development garden and experience local culture
- Broaden your perspectives through service, cultural immersion, and personal reflection
- Share your experiences to inspire a culture of care and social responsibility within the HKUST community
If you're interested in joining the trip as a member of the Organizing Committee, please refer to this page for more details.
Join us for this impactful journey to be part of powerful movement to spread kindness, raise awareness and drive positive change. Apply Now!
Note 1:
To ensure the quality of service activities and to foster a positive team experience, students are expected to attend ALL pre-trip activities, including workshops and consultation meetings. Priority will be given to those who can commit to full attendance. Requests for absence due to academic course-related examinations will be considered on a case-by-case basis. The organizer reserves the right to terminate the participation of any student who fails to meet the above requirements, and the program fee will not be refunded.