More innovative and inclusive Hong Kong envisioned by Student of the Year awards recipients
Annual recognition of young people who excel in academics, sports, the arts and community contributions shines light on their hope for a more just city
A more innovative and inclusive society catering to diverse talents and needs – that is the future Hong Kong that the 19 winners of the South China Morning Post’s Student of the Year Awards are dreaming of.
Speaking at the awards ceremony at the Kowloon Shangri-La on Saturday, Grand Prize recipient Misha Hui-yan Fischer, 17, hoped that society could focus more on science and technology, particularly its creative aspects.
“Science is the best investment that can be made singly because our world is changing and Hong Kong needs to adapt itself,” she said.
Annual Student of the Year awards seek young Hongkongers who’ve overcome odds to strive for excellence
Now in their 37th edition, the awards honour secondary school pupils in the city whose outstanding achievements cover academic subjects, sports, the arts, personal growth and contributions to the community.
SCMP CEO Gary Liu said the awards measured more than achievement as they acknowledged young people with high-quality values and strong character.
Chief Secretary Matthew Cheung Kin-chung said the winners served as role models for their peers, and as leaders and innovators who could sustain Hong Kong’s competitiveness.
Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, CEO of awards sponsor Hong Kong Jockey Club, told those attending the ceremony that he hoped they would be inspired by the experience to excel, take challenges and strive for a better society.