The HK Prize is the first of its kind in Hong Kong that recognises the work of young people who are helping to shape the future of their city and region. The competition is based on international principles and cultivates youngsters with perseverance and a spirit of self-challenge through voluntary and challenging activities. Participants can earn a Bronze, Silver or Gold Award by completing four sections: services, skills, physical recreation and expedition.
A 17-year-old girl from a high school in Hong Kong’s Deep Bay district won the hk prize for her innovative ideas on climate change and sustainable development. The teen, named Au Cheuk-yi, is the first winner of the new Sustainability Advocate award and will receive a scholarship worth HK$25,000 (US$3,200). The prize was established with the help of a donation from former DGS teacher Wang Gungwu.
The students who have been selected for this year’s shortlist are all enrolled in Hong Kong secondary schools. To participate, they have to be nominated by their teachers. Those who are finalists will be asked to create artworks in the style of their choice and submit them online before the submission deadline of 16 September. The public will vote for their favourites and a prize of HK$4,000 will be awarded to the student artist with the most votes. HK$10,000 will be awarded to the winning student’s school.
Several renowned scientists from around the world, including Nobel Chemistry laureates Gregory Winter and Michael Levitt, will visit Hong Kong to attend the Future Science Prize Week, which opens at the Hong Kong Palace Museum on October 14. During the two-day event, they will share their latest research findings with students and the general public.
In addition to prizes, the event will also host various forums to discuss issues related to entrepreneurship and scientific innovation. A number of exhibitions will be set up to display the achievements of the winners and other participants. The event will be covered by the local media.
The Hong Kong Film Awards is a yearly award ceremony for the best films in the Greater China Region, organized by the Hong Kong Filmmakers’ Association. It is the main film award in Hong Kong and is voted on by registered voters, which include professional film workers and critics in the Mainland and Hong Kong. Since its inception, the HKFA has been regarded as one of the most influential and prestigious events for the Hong Kong film industry. The HKFA has been an important part of the promotion and development of the Hong Kong film industry, and has influenced the global cinema in many ways. The HKFA’s uniqueness and importance make it the perfect platform for the Hong Kong film industry to showcase its achievements. The HKFA was incorporated in December 1993 and currently managed by a board of directors, which consists of representatives from thirteen professional film bodies in the Mainland and Hong Kong. The HKFA is also a member of the World Federation of Movies Societies.
