Past Events
‘The 11th Seminar on Hong Kong Culture and Society'
The Seminar for Hong Kong Culture and Society is a biannual event that aims to promote Hong Kong studies and bridge the gap between academia and society. This year, the Centre for Public Policy Research was honored to serve as a supporting unit for this meaningful event.
On November 2, 2024, the seminar was successfully held at The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong. It featured 5 panels with 15 presentations covering a variety of topics, including journalism, Hong Kong cinema, and Hong Kong intellectual history. We want to express our deepest gratitude to all the speakers, moderators, and participants for their excellent contributions and insightful questions.
‘Seoul Future Heritage: Collective Memories as Civil Heritage’
How could memories of the common people be preserved and become the heritage of our future generations? This is the crux of the Seoul Future Heritage project led by Dr MIN Hyunsuk, a senior urban planner at the Seoul Institute.
In this seminar, Dr Min shared the vision of future heritage to preserve cultural artifacts, cultural acts and stories, and the physical background in which these artifacts and stories are formed. In particular, he highlighted the role played by the Seoul Metropolitan Government in supporting this bottom-up initiative in defining the memories of the Seoulites, and the economic value it has brought to the city.
The seminar has attracted more than 40 attendees and they were intrigued by the policy support of the project. There were also some fruitful exchanges and discussion about the deliberation process of what counted as “common memories”
‘專題講座 -- 香港特區公務員的變與不變 ’
Professor Patrick Nip, the former Secretary for Civil Service, delivered a presentation entitled “The Change and Unchange of Civil Servants of HKSAR” (香港特區公務員的變與不變).
He reviewed how Hong Kong’s civil servants have dealt with various challenges arising from shifting public demands and the changing dynamics between Mainland China and HKSAR. The audience displayed great enthusiasm, seeking Professor Nip’s perspectives and exchanging opinions about Hong Kong civil service.
‘VTubing Series -- Defining Self in Meta World: VTuber and Its Creative Industry in Asia’ Jointly Organised by the HSUHK Centre for Public Policy Research, Department of Art and Design, and Department of Social Science
The Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) of HSUHK along with various units, including Department of Art and Design, and Department of Social Science, co-organised the “VTubing Series – Defining Self in Meta World.” This included lectures and a workshop.
Notable sessions were “Digital Idols: The Emergence of VTuber in Asia”, “VTubing 101: Crafting a Career in the Virtual World”, and a workshop “Becoming a VTuber”.
‘Symposium - Transforming East Asian Welfare States Post-COVID-19’
Jointly Organised by the HSUHK Centre for Public Policy Research, Lingnan University and National Taiwan University (NTU) on 15-16 March 2024
In collaboration with Lingnan University and National Taiwan University (NTU), The Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) of HSUHK co-organized a symposium titled “The Transformation of East Asian Welfare States in the Post COVID 19 Era: Challenges, Opportunities and Futures.” The event took place at NTU in Taipei and brought together speakers and participants from Hong Kong, Mainland China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and the United Kingdom. Over the course of two days, the symposium delved into various issues related to East Asian welfare states.
Professor Ka-Ho Mok from Lingnan University delivered a keynote speech at the symposium, exploring the topic of “Managing the rise of older adults in Hong Kong: Towards a community-based integrated care and health approach in the post-COVID-19 crisis era.” Professor Mok’s presentation examined the quest for a new social governance model to support the growing elderly population in Hong Kong.
Members of our CPPR presented papers focusing on different subjects during the symposium. Dr. Chi-Kit Chan shared insights into media narratives surrounding the post-COVID Chinese economy, while Dr. Rami Chan discussed the motivations behind emigration in the post-COVID period. Dr. Ying-Ho Kwong compared the utilization of contact tracing technology in several Asian countries during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, Dr. Gary Tang and Dr. Eva Hung presented a paper addressing the impact of people’s perception of work precarity on their neoliberal orientation.
Furthermore, the symposium marked the launch of the Inter-university Consortium for Social Change, Wellbeing, and Social Policy Studies, jointly established by HSUHK, Lingnan University, and NTU. The Consortium aims to promote regional and international comparative research on social development and social policy in East Asia. It offers an open platform for academics and researchers to engage in research, symposia, conferences, student and staff exchanges, and collaborative research projects. Core partners of the Consortium include Sun Yat Sen University, University of New South Wales, and National Chung Cheng University. The Consortium welcomes participation from other institutions in East Asia and plans to host the next symposium in Hong Kong.
‘Public Support for Social Inclusion Policies’
The Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) of HSUHK CPPR hosted a seminar titled “Public Support for Social Inclusion Policies.”
Dr. Siu-yau Lee from Hong Kong Baptist University introduced the Support for Social Inclusion Score (SFSIS), a survey tool designed to measure public attitudes toward social policies affecting marginalized groups such as the elderly, new immigrants, ethnic minorities, LGBTQ individuals, and people with disabilities. Utilizing data from a representative telephone survey in Hong Kong (N=1,010), Dr. Lee explored how social inclusion attitudes correlate with demographic and psychological variables.
‘Mosaic Cultural Talk - SDGs as Global Language’
The Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) of HSUHK co-organized a talk with Lee Yick Hoi Lun Mosaic College.
Mr. Ivan Siu-lun Chu, a co-founder of the Hong Kong Sustainable Development Research Institute, shared his valuable insights on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Attendees were inspired by his comprehensive understanding and expertise in the global language of sustainability.
‘Intensive course – Introduction to Social Data Analytics for Public Affairs with R’
The Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) of HSUHK hosted an intensive 8-week course titled ‘Introduction to Social Data Analytics for Public Affairs with R.
R has become an essential tool in data analysis. This course explored various R applications commonly used in social science research, with practical examples and exercises. It aimed to equip students with skills essential for computational analysis and visualization of diverse datasets including online public opinion, media content, election outcomes, and cross-national surveys. Fifteen students from diverse backgrounds participated, including HSU students and staff, NGO practitioners, and journalists. We look forward to organizing more courses that contribute various tools and knowledge related to public policy research to society.
‘Digital Education in the AI Era’
Jointly Organised by the HSUHK Centre for Public Policy Research, the Department of Politics and International Relations of HKBU, the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG), and the education technology company Preface on 25 May 2023
The Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) of HSUHK, in collaboration with the Department of Politics and International Relations of Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU), the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG), and the education technology company Preface, held a seminar titled “Digital Education in the AI Era: The Future of Innovative Teaching?” This seminar delved into the role of AI in education and its implications for digital literacy. As AI technologies like ChatGPT become increasingly integrated into educational settings, understanding how to harness these advancements for educational innovation and adapt to evolving social and youth development needs becomes paramount.
The seminar featured insights from speakers across academia, youth organizations, professional education, and media. They discussed research findings, personal experiences, and strategies on AI and digital literacy, exploring AI’s potential to foster innovative teaching methods and the collective responsibility in promoting digital literacy. Speakers included Dr. Ka-wai Ip from HKBU, Ms. Emily Tsang from South China Morning Post, Mr. Tommie Lo, CEO of Preface, and Mr. Ying-kit Chan from the HKFYG, each offering unique perspectives on navigating the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in education.
‘Achieving Trustworthy AI: Trustworthiness, Socio-technological Assemblage, and the AI Act’'
The Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) of HSUHK hosted a seminar titled “Achieving Trustworthy AI: Trustworthiness, Socio-Technical Assemblage, and the AI Act.”
Dr. Pak-Hang Wong, a Berlin-based philosopher and ethicist in the fashion and e-commerce industry, explored the ethical, social, and governance dimensions of AI technologies. He discussed the challenges of trustworthy AI and the implications of the European AI Act’s regulatory requirements.
‘The 10th Seminar on Hong Kong Culture and Society'
The Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) of HSUHK was one of the supporting units for the 10th Seminar on Hong Kong Culture and Society, held on November 5, 2022, at HSUHK.
The seminar consisted of five panels with 13 presentations covering topics such as popular culture, rural areas, intellectual history, precarious society, and digital development. More than 150 people attended the seminar.
‘Campus, Learning, and Development: Seminar on Hong Kong's Youth Wellbeing’ Jointly Organised by the HSUHK Centre for Public Policy Research and Save the Children Hong Kong on 26 October 2021'
The Centre for Public Policy Research (CPPR) of HSUHK and Save the Children Hong Kong jointly organised the seminar ‘Campus, Learning, and Development: Seminar on Hong Kong’s Youth Wellbeing’ on 26 October 2021, and around 30 guests took part in it.
The seminar was officiated by Professor Y V Hui, Provost and Vice-president (Academic & Research), and Ms Carol Szeto, CEO of Save the Children Hong Kong, who gave their respective opening remarks.
The seminar was divided into two sessions. In the first session, Mr KS Chan, Acting Senior Policy, Research & Training Officer of the Equal Opportunities Commission; Dr Gary Tang, Associate Director of CPPR; and Mr Angus Chan, Researcher of MWYO presented their research findings and observations on the youth trends in Hong Kong. It was followed by a second session, in which Dr Chi-kit Chan, Director of the Institute for Youth Sustainability Leadership, and Ms June Luk, Senior Domestic Programme Manager of Save the Children Hong Kong, shared their thoughts on the trends and challenges in training and services on youth well-being and development.