WEDO GLOBAL has partnered with Kerry Engagement to host the "Tsim Sha Tsui Community Tour with Ethnic Minority" for colleagues of the Kerry Group, as well as their friends and families. During the tour, participants had the opportunity to visit cultural spots in Tsim Sha Tsui. Through firsthand experiences and cultural interactions, participants gained a deeper understanding of the history, culture, and daily lives of the South Asian community in Hong Kong. This experience aims to foster cross-cultural communication and contribute to developing a more diverse and inclusive community. “I appreciate the explanations given by the Cultural Ambassadors, which are down-to-earth and relatable.” Most of the participants had never been to the Kowloon Masjid and Islamic Centre or Chungking Mansions before. With the guidance of Cultural Ambassadors, participants learned more about different cultural items and tasted the unique flavour of South Indian snacks and Masala tea, mixed with different spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom. Additionally, some participants tried traditional face threading in a South Asian hair salon and shared their feelings with others. “It was a unique experience. At first, I felt a little discomfort, but slowly I got used to it.” Chungking Mansions is not only home to South Asian stores and restaurants but also to establishments representing various ethnicities. T his diverse multicultural environment demonstrated that the mingling and inclusion of diverse cultures and people are indeed beautiful and harmonious. “I rarely come across topics on diversity and inclusion and it is my first time visiting these two places. It was a very special and unique experience.” In the Kowloon Masjid and Islamic Centre, the religious leader shared the history and stories of how the first group of Muslims came to Hong Kong and its connection with the nearby Kowloon Park. This information surprised many participants who had yet to be aware of this aspect of Hong Kong's history. They also learned more about the customs and practices of Muslims and the Masjid, including prayer, Ramadan, the facilities and more. Moreover, they had the opportunity to interact with a young child learning the Quran. “The tour guides are very helpful and knowledgeable.”  Through the sharings and the five senses interactive experiences, participants truly immerse themselves in different cultures and gain a deeper understanding of others. This understanding can help us overcome biases and embrace the values of diversity and inclusivity, creating a more harmonious and inclusive society.  #WEDOGLOBAL #Multicultural #TsimShaTsuiCommunityTour #CulturalTour   #TST #Diversity #Inclusion #Mosque #Community #EthnicMinorites #Respect #CulturalDiversity #CulturalSensitivity #InclusiveWorkplace #EliminateMisconceptions #CrossCulturalCommunication #Globalization #CommunityTour #NewExperiences

"They are part of HK and many of them are very humble, contributing to the development." Corporate participant, HSH group Thank you The Hongkong  and Shanghai Hotels and Dream Impact for inviting us to organize the unique cultural community experience for their colleagues from Head Office, The Peninsula Hotels and The Repulse Bay. We are grateful that the participants immersed themselves in the experience and gained a deeper understanding of the diverse cultures. At WEDO GLOBAL, we aim to nurture and empower ethnically diverse cultural ambassadors to provide authentic community cultural immersion experiences that enable participants to experience the beauty of diversity and inclusion in the community. And it's our pleasure to share the customs, beliefs, history and stories to enhance participants' cultural understanding and awareness, which are the prerequisites for building a more diverse and inclusive society. We look forward to collaborating with different stakeholders to explore more possibilities to advance #diversity, #equity and #inclusion in the workplace and the community. #WEDOGLOBAL #TheHongkongandShanghaiHotels #TsimShaTsuiCommunityTour #Community #Experience #ESG #Diversityandinclusion #DiscoverHongKong

In our interconnected world, understanding different cultures enriches our lives, enhances cross cultural communication and broadens our perspectives. Recently, it was our honour to organise an Arabic calligraphy workshop for China Mobile International Limited, this engaging experience provided staff with an opportunity to learn and create Arabic calligraphy and have a deeper understanding of the lives in  Hong Kong of people from diverse backgrounds. Participants first learned the fundamentals of this time-honoured art, Arabic Calligraphy, deeply exploring its historical and cultural connections. Cultural Ambassadors shared their stories and challenges living in Hong Kong, revealing another level of our community and fostering mutual understanding and communications. “Different cultural backgrounds but a shared cultural recognition towards Hong Kong." Participants then learned vocabulary closely related to our daily lives, experiencing the writing and pronunciation of Arabic words for the first time. They used the newly learned vocabulary to create their art work and shared the ideology behind their artwork, highlighting the richness of diversity within the workplace. This diversity not only can enhance the dynamics of the team but also creates an environment that encourages creativity and innovation. “Every region and country has its own unique culture, and we can learn about different countries and regions by understanding their diverse cultures.” “The most impressive part was artwork sharing, we can know different people have different understandings towards things.” Thank you for the enthusiastic participation, through the workshop, participants had a newfound knowledge of Arabic calligraphy and a broader understanding of the lives of different local ethnic groups in Hong Kong. The workshop was not only a cultural experience but also an opportunity to relax and broaden horizons, offering new insights into daily work. #WedoGlobal #ChinaMobileInternational #ArabicCalligraphyWorkshop #Diversity #Inclusion #ArtCreation #CulturalExperience #CrossCulturalUnderstanding #CrossCulturalCommunication #CulturalAmbassadorSharing

We are excited to co-organize this enriching and enjoyable co-learning activity in partnership with   HKPC (Hong Kong Productivity Council) and Time Auction, along with dedicated volunteers from DBS Bank, Goldman Sachs, HSBC, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX), and Morgan Stanley. This experiential language and cultural learning experience provided a unique opportunity for ethnically diverse children from the WEDO GLOBAL 100 FUN Chinese class. Our team curated a series of experiential activities and collaborative tasks, designed to foster learning and exploration at The Mills, allowing them to engage with language and culture in an interactive way.  Volunteers had a wonderful time connecting with the children, who discovered aspects of Chinese language and culture related to daily life, along with fun facts about Hong Kong's textile and clothing history. The children expressed their excitement for the activities, sharing that they would love to participate in similar events every day!  This experience demonstrated our commitment to diversity and inclusion.We look forward to organizing more co-learning opportunities that celebrate these values in the future. # WEDOGLOBAL #TimeAuction #Diversity #Inclusion #Culture #Learning #Outing #100FUNChineseclass   #CSR #ESG #Volunteering #CommunityEngagement #Corporate #Volunteers

We are grateful for the opportunity to share insights about the challenges and opportunities of ethnically diverse communities in Hong Kong on TVB's "A Closer Look: 時事多面睇." While language barriers can present challenges for individuals in their job searches, it is also important to recognize the strengths, advantages, and opportunities they bring to organizations. Their skills, including but not limited to proficiency in multiple languages and cultural knowledge, are valuable. By sharing their insights and experiences with colleagues, they can enhance understanding of diverse cultures and sensitivity in the workplace. At WEDO GLOBAL, over half of our team members come from diverse ethnic backgrounds. Our cultural ambassadors are able to communicate in multiple languages, including Cantonese, English, Mandarin and even their home languages, making participants feel comfortable to engage and ask questions, which enriches our multicultural experience. Furthermore, many ethnically diverse community members with higher education qualifications are accessing a wider range of job opportunities, entering industries such as healthcare, education, technology, financial services, and hospitality. With the right opportunities and effective job matching, they can thrive and make significant contributions across various sectors. Video interview #WEDOGLOBAL  #DiversityandInclusion #SocialEnterprise #Diversity #Inclusion #Social #Community #Experience #Career #CulturalSensitivity #EthnicMinority  #TVBNews #ACloserLook

We are honored to be invited as speakers for the Cultural Sensitivity Session and to facilitate the Companies Sharing Session at the Seminar on Cultivating Ethnic Inclusion in Talent Development. This remarkable event, organized by HKCSS at HKPC, brought together over 100 representatives from various industries. The goal is to bridge corporations with organizations that support ethnically diverse talents, sharing valuable insights and strategies for hiring inclusively. A heartfelt thank you to the representatives from MTR, Baptist Oi Kwan Social Service, and York Joint Design & Construction Co., Ltd.  for their invaluable contributions. Here are some key highlights from our discussions: Start Small : Identify champions within your organization who can help scale social impacts. Leverage Strengths : Recognize and utilize the unique strengths of ethnically diverse employees to enhance team cohesion and business functions. Proactive Steps : Encourage both employers and employees to take actionable steps to bridge the employment gap faced by the ethnically diverse community. Through engaging cultural sensitivity training and insightful experience sharing, we aim to deepen participants' cross-cultural understanding and foster a stronger appreciation for multiculturalism. By empowering employers across diverse sectors to embrace ethnic inclusion in their talent development strategies, we can collectively create a more inclusive work environment. Let’s work together to celebrate diversity and drive sustainable changes in our organizations! #WEDOGLOBAL #HKCSS #Sharing #CulturalSensitivityTraining #Training #Experience #DiversityAndInclusion #Empowerment # Multiculturalism #Inclusion #Cross-culturalUnderstanding

To cultivate more future leaders with cross-cultural perspectives, WEDO GLOBAL has collaborated with Hong Kong Taoist Association Wun Tsuen School, Man Kiu Association Primary School and Tai Kok Tsui Catholic Primary School to implement a multicultural education program. This initiative provides Chinese and non-Chinese students with diverse cultural learning experiences to enhance their motivation and Cultural Intelligence (CQ). The learning experience includes "MeowMeow is missing!" Multicultural Storytelling Workshop, cultural art workshop and outdoor learning experiences, allowing students to have a deeper understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures, broaden their horizons and develop empathy. "MeowMeow is missing!" Multicultural Storytelling Workshop｜An immersive experience to spark curiosity " MeowMeow is Missing! " Multicultural Storytelling Workshop is designed by the WEDO GLOBAL team, combining elements of picture books, drama, and interactive sharing, and led by cultural ambassadors from diverse cultural backgrounds. The workshop covered the multicultural themes and illustrations of the picture books, catering to the multisensory learning needs of students. This immersive experience allowed both teachers and students to appreciate the multicultural community of Yau Ma Tei while understanding the spirit of neighbourhood mutual support and the art of making friends. As the story unfolded, students had the opportunity to engage with Cultural Ambassadors, listen to their stories of growing up, and learn about their languages and cultures. This interaction enhanced students' interest and curiosity about different cultures and encouraged them to explore their surrounding community. " I like the drama part because it helps me learn more about how to greet people." P5 student "I think the students actively answered the questions. Guiding students to understand diverse cultures through an interesting story is appealing, allowing them to think and respond. It attracted the students to watch, think and respond." Miss Yip from Man Kiu Association Primary School In addition to enjoying the story, the Cultural Ambassadors guided students to reflect based on different scenarios. Through observation, analysis and discussions with other students, they shared their thoughts or proposed solutions. Throughout the process, students were able to develop confidence and empathy, enhance their cultural sensitivity, and further promote interaction and collaboration among students from different cultural backgrounds. "I think they are quite actively involved. Through this story or sharing from Cultural Ambassadors, they understand the importance of inclusion and multiculture." Miss. Chen from Hong Kong Taoist Association Wun Tsuen School Highlights of " MeowMeow is Missing! " Multicultural Storytelling Workshop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODaEUq_LJ7A Cultural Art Workshop｜Enhancing Cultural Knowledge and Promoting Inclusivity The cultural art workshop combined learning words, art and sharing elements, and was tailored to meet the diverse learning needs of both Chinese and non-Chinese students. Through this workshop, students can learn about Arabic or Chinese, as well as the cultural meaning of blessings expressions. Then they can express their creativity by designing and creating multicultural bookmarks, one as a souvenir for themselves and the other to be gifted to community members. "They can understand traditional Chinese culture, and it is very meaningful for students to give the bookmarks to the elderly." Miss Chu from Hong Kong Taoist Association Wun Tsuen School "I enjoyed learning to write Arabic because it's very interesting." P2 student In the workshop, students were able to connect with the community through art and express their care and inclusivity towards it. After completing their creations, they had the opportunity to share their creative ideas and appreciate other classmates' work. By learning different languages ​​and participating in art creation, students have deepened their understanding and interest in multiculture, while also cultivating values ​​such as respect and compassion,  thereby building an inclusive learning environment. "The workshop allowed students to learn another language and let them realize that they actually have opportunities to encounter Arabic in their daily lives." Mr. Law from Tai Kok Tsui Catholic Primary School Highlights of Cultural Art Workshop: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ukbLRZWxhe4 Outdoor learning experience｜Hands-On experience and stepping into the community WEDO GLOBAL organized various outdoor learning experiences to provide students with first-hand exposure to different cultures and learning opportunities in the community. We were delighted to lead a group of students from diverse cultural backgrounds to visit a local community center, where they presented multicultural art bookmarks they had created to the elderly in the community. Through this experience, students were able to communicate with the elderly, gaining a deeper understanding of each other and challenging stereotypes. This experience helped students learn to respect and care for others, fostering integration and understanding among different members of the community. "I like making the bookmarks because we give them to the elderly, and to our family or friends." P5 student  "I can give the bookmarks we made to the elders, which makes them happy, so I am also very happy." P5 student We also hope to promote more parent-child cultural experiences, allowing both Chinese and non-Chinese parents to accompany their children to experience, learn, and grow. We previously led a workshop that combined Chinese cultural experiences with artistic creation, enabling everyone to enhance their understanding and appreciation of different cultures while enjoying a wonderful parent-child time. Highlights of Multicultural Education Program:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Jfkzg4y-pQ WEDO GLOBAL aims to provide cross-cultural exchange and learning opportunities for both Chinese and non-Chinese students through multicultural education programs. This program seeks to enhance students' cultural intelligence while teaching them to respect and appreciate people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Through cross-cultural experiences, students can gain a deep understanding and appreciation of different cultures, fostering an open and inclusive mindset that will help them adapt to diverse environments in the future. This program also equips them with the skills to collaborate with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, preparing them to become future leaders in promoting social inclusion. #WEDOGLOBAL #Multicultural #Education #Culture #Diversity #CulturalExperience #Inclusion #SocialInclusion #Empathy #CQ #CulturalQuotient #CulturalIntelligence

WEDO GLOBAL has initiated the DSE Study Group to provide support for Form 5 to Form 6 ethnically diverse secondary school students. Many ethnically diverse students struggle with Mathematics, leading to lower passing rates in the HKDSE. As a passing grade in mathematics is essential for University admission, WEDO GLOBAL aims to support the students who encounter challenges to better prepare for the HKDSE examinations. “The positive classroom environment helped a lot and brought back my confidence while directing me. The way you broke down complex concepts and made mathematics accessible was instrumental in my ability to grasp the material.” Student from Islam Kasim Tuet Memorial School DSE Study Group: Mathematics focused The Study Group offers an interactive and small-group setting learning environment for students. Tutors will teach and explain mathematical concepts, as well as answer questions from students regarding specific topics they need more support with, such as Equation of circles and quadratic equations etc. Students will be able to improve their mathematical skills in this focused and co-learning environment.  “One thing that really surprised me was how fruitful the classes were and how the whole class engaged together to solve maths problems.” Student from Po Leung Kuk Ngan Po Ling College Future Ready Workshop Apart from academic support, students' all-round development is crucial. Therefore, we also arranged a variety of workshops to provide support to students for their further planning and development. The Future Ready Workshop collaborated with Project Empowerment (PEME) shared useful tips on further studies, CV writing and interview skills. Speakers from diverse cultural and academic backgrounds shared different education pathways, courses and their experience. Students asked questions and gained practical advice that they could apply to their future endeavours. Open to a world of possibilities  We have also partnered with various organisations to offer learning opportunities for post HKDSE students to explore different career paths. One of them is “Honing Skills in Hospitality Programme”, which offers internship opportunities in the hospitality industry.  One of the students shared his experience working at The Peak Tramways, in which his major duties were handling guest inquiries and crowd control. Through this opportunity,  he was able to enhance his language and work skills. He also shared “everyone has their own way of working, it’s important to learn and understand these methods to improve and collaborate effectively”. After completing his internship, he got to continue to work at The Peak Tramways.  We hope to continue to provide support and guidance to ethnically diverse students throughout their journey, ultimately empowering them to achieve their academic and career aspirations, to become future multicultural leaders. #WEDOGLOBAL #愛同行 #DSEStudyGroup #DSE學習小組 #共融 #學習支援 #ExperientialLearning   #Diversity #Inclusion #Education #HKDSE #Mathematics #NCSstudents #EthnicallyDiverseStudents #InclusiveEducation   #Culture #Dialogue #FutureReady #Support #LearningSupport

WEDO GLOBAL collaborated with the ELCHK Hung Hom Lutheran Primary School to organize the NCS Student Summer Program during the summer holiday. The program content is designed by both Chinese and non-Chinese tutors based on the students' Chinese proficiency and abilities. It integrated the school-based curriculum with diverse Chinese learning materials, such as stories, worksheets, and games, aimed at enhancing students' Chinese listening, speaking, reading and writing abilities and interests through everyday life situations. “After joining this program, my son can write his chinese name and some more words” Parent of P.1 NCS Student Diversified Chinese Learning Journey | Fostering Gratitude and Growth In class, students wrote key vocabulary in their exercise books and worksheets, while teachers introduced varied activities based on students' interests and progress to enhance their engagement. These activities enhanced their understanding of Chinese and also deepened their knowledge of Chinese character structure and stroke order. After each class, students wrote a learning and gratitude journal to review the vocabulary covered and consolidate their knowledge and memory. This practice allows students to track their entire learning process and hopes to cultivate gratitude, helping them develop more positive emotions in the long term. “I like dictation because we can learn new Chinese words” P.4 NCS Student Learning Through Play | Enhancing Interest in Chinese Learning In addition to life-oriented stories, students could learn Chinese through small games that incorporate Chinese learning elements.These activities not only made learning interesting, but also helped them understand the basic knowledge of Chinese. During the sharing session in class, tutors encouraged students to express their thoughts and opinions to improve their self-confidence and communication skill. To further motivate them, tutors offered small prizes to encourage them to make continued progress and foster a positive learning atmosphere. “My so n has improved his understanding of English and Cantonese” Parent of P.2 NCS Student Community Experience Activities | Learning Through Everyday Life In addition to learning in the classroom, we have designed and arranged a community experience activity, taking students and their parents to the supermarket for a hands-on learning journey. In the supermarket, students were able to apply the Chinese vocabulary and sentences they have learned, such as reading different labels, purchasing items and expressing their preferences, while interacting with staff and other customers. This learning experience not only deepened their understanding of Chinese but also helped them to build confidence in using the language for daily communication. Students have shared that the outing was very interesting and hope to have more opportunities like this to engage in practical learning experiences. “I am glad to see the students' learning results and can feel students enjoy it. Thank you to the teachers for their hard work!” Principal Fung Thank you for the school's support, this NCS Student Summer Program was successfully completed, providing students with an unforgettable learning experience and at the same time experiencing the fun of learning Chinese in a relaxed and pleasant atmosphere. The program enhanced students' Chinese language ability, laying a solid foundation for learning in the upcoming school year, and even ignited their interest in learning Chinese and cultural diversity. We look forward to seeing students apply the knowledge they have learned in this program in their future studies, continuing to grow and excel. #WEDOGLOBAL #Multicultural #Culture #Diversity #Inclusion #EthnicMinority #ELCHKHungHomLutheranPrimarySchool #LearnChinese #Chinese  #ChineseEducation  #多元文化 #共融     #少數族裔 #基督教香港信義會紅磡信義學校 #學習中文 #中文  #中文教育 #少數族裔學習支援 #EthnicMinorityLearningSupport

At this year's book fair, we are delighted to showcase the multicultural picture book, "Seeing a Different Mama" (《看見不一樣的Mama》), co-published by WEDO GLOBAL and the Family Development Foundation, as well as "MeowMeow is Missing!"  (《MeowMeow不見了！》), a heartwarming picture book related to the community. These picture books were created in collaboration with the renowned author, Ms. Shirley Loo, BBS, MH, JP, driven by a shared belief in promoting inclusivity. We hope these picture books can accompany children through wonderful reading experiences, inspire children and their families to explore the diverse cultures within their community, cultivate curiosity and appreciation for different cultures, and broaden their horizons. "Seeing a Different Mama" New Picture Book Launch & Sharing | The Inspirations and the Personal Stories At the book fair, the author Ms. Loo and WEDO GLOBAL Cultural Ambassador Maya met with parents and children and shared with them the new picture book. Ms. Loo shared the inspirations behind "Seeing a Different Mama" and her thoughts on the extension questions, allowing readers to gain a deeper understanding of the creation idea, writing, and educational insights behind the picture book, to arouse children's curiosity and enthusiasm for reading and writing. On the other hand, Maya not only introduced the multicultural elements presented in the picture book, but also shared some of her own cultural experiences and moments from her daily life in Hong Kong, allowing readers to appreciate the unique aspects of different cultures. Highlights from the New Picture Book Launch & Sharing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U0ISfbZoM3s Multicultural Storytelling | Explore the multicultural world together In the multicultural storytelling session, Ms. Loo and Cultural Ambassador Maya shared the interesting content of "Seeing a Different Mama" with the children in an engaging and interactive way. They told the story of how the two children from different ethnic backgrounds and their mothers became good friends, in order to teach the children to interact with people from diverse cultures with an open-minded heart and respectful attitude. In addition to discovering the multicultural elements hidden in the picture book, Ms. Loo and Maya also encouraged parents and children to explore new things in the community to build a more inclusive Hong Kong. Highlights from the multicultural storytelling session: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuuvWLMOusc With this sharing and storytelling session, we strive to bring everyone closer to diverse cultures, to foster mutual understanding and respect across people from diverse cultural backgrounds. Ultimately, we believe this experience will inspire children to cultivate open-minded and inclusive mindsets, building meaningful cross-cultural bonds and friendships as they embark on an exciting journey of exploring the diversity around them. "Seeing a Different Mama" is now available on the online store: https://wedoglobal.boutir.com/i/QwyvYpgAA #WEDOGLOBAL #看見不一樣的Mama #MeowMeow不見了 #多元文化繪本 #多元文化 #多元 #共融 #社區 #繪本 #兒童繪本 #兒童讀物 #multicultural #diversity #picturebook #childrenbook #book #inclusion #香港書展2024 #香港書展 #HongKongBookFair #SeeingaDifferentMama #MeowMeowisMising

WEDO GLOBAL is honored to collaborate with the Family Development Foundation and renowned author, Ms. Shirley Loo, BBS, MH, JP to publish a multicultural picture book, "Seeing a Different Mama" (《看見不一樣的Mama》), which will be exhibited at the Hong Kong Book Fair 2024. This is the second multicultural picture book we have published following "MeowMeow is Missing!" (《MeowMeow不見了！》). This book tells the story of building friendship and connection between two families from diverse backgrounds, inviting parents and children to embark on a heartwarming journey together. We believe that children can broaden their horizons through reading, and it will help them adapt and grow in a multicultural environment in the future. By reading "Seeing a Different Mama", not only can children learn the importance of respecting and appreciating each other's differences, but parents can also read together with their children, to embark on a journey of seeing things from different perspectives and learning about diverse cultures with spirits of inclusion and curiosity. The story also highlights the valuable experiences of our ethnically diverse colleagues and members in the community, as well as our aspiration of creating a more culturally diverse and socially inclusive Hong Kong society. We hope to inspire families to enhance their relationships by learning more about each other's cultures and having more meaningful interactions, despite their differences. We're honored to have Artist Ms. Grace Chan and Dr. Alice Yuk, BBS, JP writing the preface for our new multicultural picture book, "Seeing a Different Mama". In the preface, both of them have shared their inspiring personal experiences of navigating diversity and inclusion, and to emphasize the importance of treating others with kindness and acceptance. We will be hosting sharing and storytelling sessions at this year's Book Fair, led by the author of “Seeing a Different Mama”, Shirley Loo and our Cultural Ambassador. We look forward to meeting more parents and children and facilitating cross-cultural understanding and education. Details as follow: 【New Picture Book Launch & Sharing】 Date：19 July 2024 (Fri) Time：16:00-17:00 Location：HKCEC Hall 1A-D31 【Multicultural Storytelling 】 Date：21 July 2024 (Sun) Time：16:30-17:30 Location：HKCEC Hall 3B-D02 "Seeing a Different Mama" (《看見不一樣的Mama》) is now available at the WEDO GLOBAL online store:  https://wedoglobal.boutir.com/i/QwyvYpgAA "Seeing a Different Mama" (《看見不一樣的Mama》) video:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XM2b6i57NQs #WEDOGLOBAL #SeeingADifferentMama #看見不一樣的Mama #多元文化繪本 #多元文化 #多元 #共融 #繪本 #兒童繪本 #兒童讀物 #multicultural #diversity #picturebook #childrenbook #book #inclusion #香港書展2024 #香港書展 #HongKongBookFair

WEDO GLOBAL collaborated with Hong Chi Morninghill School, Tsui Lam to learn and explore Hong Kong's multiculturalism with students who have special education needs . Before the activity, the WEDO GLOBAL team worked closely with the school teachers to customize the activity content to meet the specific needs and abilities of the students. In order to allow students to fully participate, this learning experience was divided into two groups. The primary school students took part in the "Wan Chai Community Tour with Ethnic Minority“ to learn about Sikh culture, while the secondary school students participated in the "Tsim Sha Tsui Community Tour with Ethnic Minority“ to learn about Islamic culture and explore Chungking Mansions. Wan Chai Community Tour with Ethnic Minority | Learn about Sikh culture Under the guidance of WEDO GLOBAL Cultural Ambassadors, teachers and students visited the Sikh temple. They visited various facilities and tried new experiences, including wearing the headscarf and trying Indian-style vegetarian food. These experiences inspired students and made them feel excited, encouraging them to actively explore the new culture they encountered with respect and an open mind.   Then, the Cultural Ambassadors introduced Sikh culture and the connection between Sikhs and Hong Kong. The students listened attentively and answered questions enthusiastically, showing their strong interest. Through this community learning experience, students not only have broadened their horizons and gained a deeper understanding of the Sikh community in Hong Kong, but also learned to respect different cultures and cultivate empathy. "Through listening to sharings, wearing the headscarf, and trying special foods, students learned to respect each other and understand different cultures." School teacher "The activity was designed to suit students' abilities and sparked their interest in multiculturalism." School teacher Tsim Sha Tsui Community Tour with Ethnic Minority | Explore Islamic Culture During the Tsim Sha Tsui Community Tour with Ethnic Minority, most students visited the Kowloon Mosque and Chungking Mansions for the first time. Although they initially felt a bit unfamiliar with the surroundings, they were excited to participate in the experience. When they were visiting the mosque, the facilities and decorations inside the mosque aroused the curiosity and interest of the students. Guided by the Cultural Ambassador's engaging introductions, they explored every corner of the mosque, listening attentively and actively raising their hands to ask questions.  Through this visit, students learned more about Islamic culture, the dietary habits and the lives of Muslims in Hong Kong. "I gained a better understanding of the living conditions of various ethnic groups." Participant Chungking Mansions | Experiencing Multicultures After visiting the Kowloon Mosque, the Cultural Ambassadors led the teachers and students to different cultural shops in Chungking Mansions, including Islamic store, South Indian restaurant, and Indian grocery shop. Students had the opportunity to try Masala tea (a beverage mixed with spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cardamom) and South Indian snacks, providing them with a multi-sensory experience. Besides tasting delicious foods, the students interacted with Cultural Ambassadors and community members from diverse cultural backgrounds, listening to their stories and opening a dialogue. This allowed them to gain deeper insights into the lives and challenges faced by ethnic minorities in Hong Kong, fostering a more open and inclusive mindset towards Multicultural and learning to understand and accept people from different backgrounds with empathy. "Thank you for your dedication. The students were very satisfied and gained a lot, especially from the tour and the interaction between the Cultural Ambassadors and students, which was very enlightening for them."  School Teacher We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Hong Chi Morninghill School, Tsui Lam for participating in WEDO GLOBAL's multicultural learning experience. We deeply appreciate the commitment shown by both teachers and students throughout this activity. Through this invaluable community exploration and cross-cultural exchange, we aim to deepen students' understanding of diverse cultures, cultivate their empathy and curiosity, and promote mutual respect for people from different cultural backgrounds. Together, we strive to create a harmonious and inclusive multicultural society. #WEDOGLOBAL #HongChiMorninghillSchoolTsuiLam #Multicultural #Education #Culture #Diversity #Inclusion #Accessibility #SocialInclusion #EthnicMinority #ExploreCommunity #CommunityTour #Tour #LearningExperience