Crossing Language Barriers, Closing Distances
“Chinese, bohot mushkil hai!” In Urdu: "Chinese, it's so difficult!"
The number of ethnic minorities in Hong Kong is approximately 62,000, a figure that has increased by 37% compared to ten years ago (according to the 2021 census). For these ethnic minorities born in Hong Kong, learning Chinese or Cantonese remains a significant challenge.
The number of ethnic minorities in Hong Kong is approximately 62,000, a figure that has increased by 37% compared to ten years ago (according to the 2021 census). For these ethnic minorities born in Hong Kong, learning Chinese or Cantonese remains a significant challenge.
Retirement Journey: Taking Another Leap Forward
May has worked in various industries but has never worked in a social enterprise before. A little over two years ago, May had to quit her job due to an injury and took more than half-year-off for recovery. During the period, she felt lost and considered early retirement, but deep down, she still hoped to make good use of her time and abilities.
Auntie Cotton Candy: The Sweet Journey of Growth
After retiring, Auntie Cotton Candy chose to devote a significant part of her life to the Dr. Lam Chik Suen Senior Comprehensive Service Center. As a volunteer storyteller, she has been serving for nearly a decade. She started by participating in the Little Red Riding Hood intergenerational book club activities, gradually joining the Jockey Club 'Happy Ideas' intergenerational reading program, always maintaining her enthusiasm and promoting story reading.