https://www.scmp.com/rss/503907/feed UNICEF promotes the rights and well-being of every child, with a special focus on reaching those in greatest need. In Hong Kong, UNICEF HK promotes and advocates for children’s rights via organizing education and youth programmes, including Voices of Youth, an international initiative to empower youth through realizing their right to participation. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com UNICEF HK UNICEF HK What are dreams? Are dreams something we can achieve by only investing time and energy? In this video, I compare dreams to light bulbs. Dreams are so fragile yet shining brightly every day, just like light bulbs. A dream gives every dreamer a sense of hope and motivates them to move forward. Dreams do not vanish for no reason. Putting in too much time or energy into pursuing your dream can result in failure. That should be the last thing everyone wants. If too much energy is invested, you may... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3055935/are-you-pursuing-right-dream-dont-burn-yourself-out?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3055935/are-you-pursuing-right-dream-dont-burn-yourself-out?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 21 Jun 2019 11:03:47 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Many Hongkongers cannot afford to buy a flat. According to the Legislative Council Commission, the prices of small- and medium-sized flats have almost tripled in the past 10 years. The cost of a home has gone up by 223 per cent in that time, but the median monthly household income has only gone up by 43 per cent. This has led to a massive decrease in the ability of average Hongkongers to own their own home. Chinese culture traditionally emphasises the need for a person to “put down roots”. Most... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3054590/cost-housing-hong-kong-forcing-people-give-their?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3054590/cost-housing-hong-kong-forcing-people-give-their?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 28 May 2019 08:39:07 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Life is an ongoing process. You can never go back. This is good because you don’t have to relive certain things, but bad because of that very same reason. There are many people that like to talk about how much they regret something, and how they wish they could go back in time to redo or repeat something. In my video, the main character wakes up and sees an hourglass has been placed in front of him. He soon realises he can use the hourglass to turn time back. He uses it to his advantage –... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3054202/time-travel-sounds-good-we-shouldnt-dwell-past-focus?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3054202/time-travel-sounds-good-we-shouldnt-dwell-past-focus?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 22 May 2019 07:00:28 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Does choice exist? We face what we think of as choices every single day, from the moment we wake up. Should I go to school or should I skip class? Do I want lunch in the school canteen, or shall I go to the mall? Should I revise after class or should I go hang out with my friends? Our choices, no matter how big or how small, affect the way we live our lives every day. For my video, I created a situation that we probably all face at some point: going to a restaurant and deciding what to choose... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3053849/we-need-face-our-choices-head-says-creator-unicef-hk?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3053849/we-need-face-our-choices-head-says-creator-unicef-hk?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 17 May 2019 07:40:40 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Listening to music, booking your flight, ordering food … these are only a few of the many things that can be done using your smartphone. What had to be done in person some years ago can now be done with the click of a button. It seems like nowadays people can’t live without their smartphones. In my video Stop It, a young girl is so focused on her phone that she ignores her family without meaning to. Her mother reminds her it’s time for dinner; her father asks if she has finished her homework;... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3062631/put-down-your-phone-and-connect-your-family-says?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3062631/put-down-your-phone-and-connect-your-family-says?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 08 May 2019 08:59:56 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Puberty can be a tough time for teenagers. Aside from the physical changes they go through, they also experience a number of mental, emotional and social changes. And as if that isn’t enough to deal with, for a lot of teens, puberty will hit the same time they enter secondary school, so they also have to adapt to a new school environment. It’s common for teens to want to resist these changes, and many will close themselves up from the rest of the world to avoid dealing with them. Change isn’t... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3062431/key-lasting-friendship-open-your-heart-says-unicef?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3062431/key-lasting-friendship-open-your-heart-says-unicef?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 May 2019 02:20:27 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK People with double eyelids, a tall nose, and an oval face are often considered the ideal look that others should aspire to. The media has had a great influence in defining beauty, and there is a certain formula. As a result, there isn’t a lot of space for others who are “different”. However, why can’t we decide for ourselves what beauty is? I believe everyone should have this right, because all views matter. We dress differently and like different styles because we have a different concept of... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3062308/define-your-own-beauty-says-contestants-entry-unicef?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3062308/define-your-own-beauty-says-contestants-entry-unicef?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 26 Apr 2019 04:44:42 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK The video opens with a girl singing a love ballad. Then, she goes on to describe the different types of love she knows – based on what she’s seen on TV dramas or has heard people sing about in pop songs. She says she is touched by the love stories she hears and hopes to one day experience it for herself. But, how often do you see a man take a bullet for his true love, or couples who aren’t afraid to express their affection in public, just like we see on television? We see couples fighting and... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3061985/unicef-make-video-entry-says-true-love-boring-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3061985/unicef-make-video-entry-says-true-love-boring-and?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 12 Apr 2019 02:53:00 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK The story began with a video clip of a woman slapping a girl in front of her. This incident was recorded by a third person and uploaded online. Sadly for the woman in the clip, the incident turned into something of a public trial by netizens and the media. After it went viral, the case went to court, where the defending lawyer submitted a piece of new evidence that would change the decision of the judge of the case. It was a longer video of the incident. It turned out that the woman was only... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3061692/unicef-make-video-entry-warns-against-fake-news-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3061692/unicef-make-video-entry-warns-against-fake-news-and?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 29 Mar 2019 06:52:47 +0000 Everyone has their own dream: some want to be singers, some want to be artists. However, society has high expectations of our youngsters and expects them to have great achievements. Many people only work for money, or even give up on their long-term dreams because of work. In this video, Ignite, the main character, a 14-year-old boy, dreams of being an electronic dance music producer. He always carries his laptop with him to create music anytime, anywhere. Through good times and bad, he does not... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3061554/dont-let-societys-limited-set-values-keep-you-living?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3061554/dont-let-societys-limited-set-values-keep-you-living?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Mar 2019 04:36:49 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK During the “Make A Video” competition, I started to doubt myself after facing numerous challenges and failures. “I am not very capable, should I give up?” I asked myself. I had problems shooting the video and building the story. I was very confused and almost quit. Yet the unfortunate experience soon became a blessing. At such a critical moment, I received support from my friends who cheered me up and helped boost my self-confidence. I had many ups and downs and I felt messed up, so it was great... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3061146/friends-are-forever?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3061146/friends-are-forever?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 01 Mar 2019 09:18:41 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK You don’t have to be taller, stronger, smarter or older than bullies to stand up for justice – all you need is compassion for the victims. If I were being bullied, I would sincerely hope that onlookers would do something to stop it. Bullying is all around us. My video delivers the message that we can all take action to end this menace. The video begins with a group of schoolmates threatening a boy that they are going to take away his mobile phone. A passer-by, a girl, decides to help the boy.... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3060978/we-all-need-stand-justice-and-fight-bullying-when-we?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3060978/we-all-need-stand-justice-and-fight-bullying-when-we?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 22 Feb 2019 09:09:34 +0000 Have you ever seen one of your schoolmates being physically attacked or verbally abused by another student? School bullying is common nowadays. A 2016 survey conducted by Unicef revealed that two-thirds of young people in Hong Kong have been bullied. Maybe you could help victims who cannot defend themselves. But how? Even though you know you should do something, the bully’s terrible temper and strong build may scare you away. It would be natural if you felt that you could be hurt, too. In my... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3060854/dont-turn-blind-eye-we-need-stand-bullies-when-we?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3060854/dont-turn-blind-eye-we-need-stand-bullies-when-we?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 15 Feb 2019 02:27:26 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Afable – a short story that teaches a lesson – does not always reflect reality. In The Tortoise and the Hare, a tortoise competed with a rabbit in a race, and won, to everyone’s surprise. It is certainly very encouraging, but it does not show the real picture. Hard work does not imply success or the achievement of our goals. Other than our own effort, there are so many factors beyond our control, such as our shortcomings and the lack of resources available for us in life. We sometimes can’t get... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3060368/theres-nothing-wrong-taking-it-slow-or-falling-short?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3060368/theres-nothing-wrong-taking-it-slow-or-falling-short?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 25 Jan 2019 06:08:34 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Can you think of a popular composition topic in primary school? How about, “What I want to be”. When we were young, we looked forward to what our future would bring. As we get older, though, we lose our initial passion and desire to pursue our dreams, and we become what other people expect. Is this really the life we wanted when we were young? I examined that in my one-minute video, Stay Gold. In my video, three young people have different dreams about what they want to be when they are older –... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3060231/big-picture-health-over-wealth-and-dont-give-your?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3060231/big-picture-health-over-wealth-and-dont-give-your?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 18 Jan 2019 07:23:31 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Transformers don’t just appear in your dreams or Hollywood; they’re there in real life, too. There was once a timid girl who was extremely bad at communication and she had no friends. As a result, she was alone most of the time. She was even too nervous to raise her hand to seek permission to go for a toilet break during class, never mind expressing herself in front of others. She cared so much about the opinions of others. She was so sensitive that she could be devastated for a whole day simply... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3059914/get-out-your-comfort-zone-and-live-life-you-want?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3059914/get-out-your-comfort-zone-and-live-life-you-want?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Jan 2019 02:55:10 +0000 I have never really been someone who has much resolve or dedication. In the past, I gave up on things easily. Growing up, my family always made sure I was well-behaved, but they were never very hands-on when it came to my personal interests. When I got older, my family wanted me to go to university and get a degree. To them, it didn’t matter what subject I studied; they felt that having a degree alone would mean I could get a stable job and income. They were worried that, without a decent... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073538/when-you-know-what-your-goal-stick-it-and-be-ready?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073538/when-you-know-what-your-goal-stick-it-and-be-ready?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 19 Jul 2018 05:10:28 +0000 In Hong Kong, everyone seems to live in harmony, as there is rarely any conflict or tension. However, that isn’t always the case. My school, just like every other secondary school in the city, might look calm and peaceful on the surface, but in reality students can often experience discrimination or bullying. How do I know this? Because I’m one of the students who gets bullied. I am a big fan of buses; I enjoy riding them and taking photos. However, I am often teased and tormented by my... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073531/everyone-has-different-hobbies-and-interests-find?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073531/everyone-has-different-hobbies-and-interests-find?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 19 Jul 2018 05:02:14 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I was raised in a very good environment, and I’ve always felt very comfortable being myself. As a kid, I was very loud and a little bit crazy and “out there”. I wasn’t afraid to be myself, and was always open to trying new things, no matter how crazy they were. I remember watching my dad shave his face every morning when I was little and wanting to try it myself. One day, I did and … let’s just say it didn’t go so well. I ended up bleeding a lot from my left eyebrow, and that freaked my mum... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073483/unicef-hk-make-video-entry-shows-key-happiness-being?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073483/unicef-hk-make-video-entry-shows-key-happiness-being?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 17 Jul 2018 02:46:04 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I have had a pretty normal upbringing – there were lots of good times, and lots of bad times. My father and mother were busy with work, but they found the time to look after me. My grades weren’t great, but my teachers and classmates at school were very supportive of me. They helped me to grow, which is why I’m so grateful for their encouragement. This video depicts the first time I tried photography. The moment was from one particular summer holiday. Your grades and awards are not your... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073411/you-have-power-change-your-life-stop-being-passive?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073411/you-have-power-change-your-life-stop-being-passive?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Jul 2018 09:49:17 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK On the surface, I seemed to have it pretty good growing up. However, my mother’s overprotectiveness and the lack of a father figure in my life set the stage for a pretty terrible time in secondary school. My first year was okay, but it all took a nosedive in Form Two. I became depressed, and I was consumed with anxiety, insecurity, and hormonal issues. That year, it felt like I was spiralling into darkness. My family was going through a financial crisis at the time, which resulted my parents... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073414/anxiety-insecurity-loneliness-societys-expectations?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073414/anxiety-insecurity-loneliness-societys-expectations?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Jul 2018 08:40:31 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I had a fairly typical upbringing. Both my parents worked full-time, and I didn’t have a lot of opportunities to spend time with them. At times it got a bit lonely, and I often wished they could be around more. However, this gave me extra time and freedom to explore and discover new hobbies and interests. When I entered secondary school, I knew exactly what I was interested in and had a clear sense of direction. Whereas many of my classmates didn’t have a clue what they wanted. Treasure your... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073368/your-grades-and-awards-are-not-your-identity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073368/your-grades-and-awards-are-not-your-identity?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 10 Jul 2018 07:53:44 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I grew up in a happy and caring family with my parents and older brother. My father really loved me; he always supported me no matter what I did, and he watched me take part in different activities and competitions. My dad also bought me many things. One time, I told him I wanted a camera. Instead of asking me why, he simply went and bought it for me. My dad was kind and gentle. His passing away was the most difficult and unforgettable moment in my life. I still remember the scene in hospital... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073290/treasure-your-time-your-parents-one-day-time-will?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073290/treasure-your-time-your-parents-one-day-time-will?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 05 Jul 2018 09:26:22 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I grew up in a single parent household. Before my parents divorced, I was loved and cared for by my father and mother. I had a very happy and fulfilling life. However, things started to change after my parents split up. My father and I had to move out. Since the divorce, I have been living with my father and stepmother. Although I had a roof over my head, the new place didn’t feel like home to me. In fact, I felt no warmth there, and I couldn’t shake the feeling that I was a guest and not a... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073288/how-car-accident-restored-one-girls-faith-humanity?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073288/how-car-accident-restored-one-girls-faith-humanity?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 05 Jul 2018 02:59:14 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Gender stereotyping is still alive and well in the 21st century. Take sports, for example. My mother thinks taekwondo is a dangerous sport that is unsuitable for girls, let alone make a career out of it. As a taekwondo fan, this is really sad. Instead of supporting my “dream”, my mother says taekwondo lessons are a waste of time. She believes that it is far better to attend tutorial classes, because I should be focusing more on my studies. Thus, through my one-minute video, I wanted to tell a... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073265/how-gender-stereotypes-kill-dreams?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073265/how-gender-stereotypes-kill-dreams?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 03 Jul 2018 10:15:03 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK The one-minute video I created for Unicef HK’s Make A Video competition is about how I was laughed at and bullied at school because of my delayed puberty. Right now, there aren’t any clear signs that I’ve hit puberty. My Adam’s apple has yet to develop fully, and the pitch of my voice is higher than the males in my year. Many of my classmates constantly make fun of my voice, saying I sound like a girl. On top of that, my classmates would also say I had the mind of a girl, and that I was only... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073229/how-one-boy-overcame-bullying-school-despite-getting?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073229/how-one-boy-overcame-bullying-school-despite-getting?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 29 Jun 2018 07:36:45 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK My story was in part influenced by a terrible tragedy involving two students at my housing estate, who were pushed to the extreme by exam stress. But what they experienced isn’t that uncommon among students in Hong Kong. Many of my friends suffer from depression and anxiety owing to their demanding school curriculums and the general emphasis on academic achievements here in our city. When students’ futures seemingly rest on their exams, they have no choice but to struggle for good grades and to... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3070590/student-made-video-remind-us-were-not-defined-our?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3070590/student-made-video-remind-us-were-not-defined-our?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 16 Mar 2018 07:53:17 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I am very grateful that I get to grow up in a safe and healthy environment where I don’t have to worry about anything, and that I am protected and cared for. I am also very fortunate that I have had the opportunity to learn to play different musical instruments. Among all the instruments that I have come across, I really like the recorder. It is not widely appreciated. I like playing the recorder because of its uniqueness. In Hong Kong, there aren’t that many people who play the instrument at a... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3070438/you-need-do-whatever-makes-you-happy-no-matter-what?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3070438/you-need-do-whatever-makes-you-happy-no-matter-what?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 09 Mar 2018 04:28:30 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK My video is about one of the aspects of school life that doesn’t get much attention. People talk about how studies can cause stress, but school isn’t just about studying; it’s also about our interactions with each other. I grew up in a happy family and have always enjoyed school. I am a Form Two student at a government secondary school in the Kwai Ching district. The primary school I went to was also in Tsuen Wan. I’ve never had too many issues going to school. When I was in primary school,... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3070252/every-child-has-his-or-her-own-strengths-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3070252/every-child-has-his-or-her-own-strengths-and?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 02 Mar 2018 04:21:05 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Everyone has their own reason for taking part in the Make A Video Contest. I hoped to learn something that has nothing to do with the school curriculum. But more importantly, I wanted to tell a story. The story is about happiness. Imagine an adult forcing a kid to take part in an extracurricular activity that he dislikes. I am sure he’ll be very unhappy. My video, The Joy of Eating, tells a happy story where children can do things they like. I believe this will bring them great joy.... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3069786/watch-girl-most-infectious-laugh-combine-her-love?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3069786/watch-girl-most-infectious-laugh-combine-her-love?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 09 Feb 2018 07:31:03 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I am a junior secondary student, and my interests are somewhat different from my peers. Most of my classmates collect flash cards and posters of K-pop stars, or listen to K-pop music. I listen to music, too, but I also enjoy writing, acting and drawing. When it comes to drawing, I am rather unconventional. I don’t draw anime girls, but rather a simple, ordinary stick figure, or “Matchman”. It’s like a round object stuck onto a wooden pole. However, without hair or clothing, it doesn’t look like... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3069589/girl-had-courage-show-being-different-her-biggest?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3069589/girl-had-courage-show-being-different-her-biggest?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 02 Feb 2018 05:05:22 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I am a Hongkonger, born and bred – but I’m also an ordinary Form Four student facing the same academic challenges as many others. I have an older brother who excels academically, and my parents are proud of him. From an early age, my brother had a dream and he’s been working hard to realise it. I, on the other hand, am nothing like that. I don’t have a dream, and my future is fuzzy. I take everything one step at a time. In my free time, I enjoy listening to music, playing video games, and... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3069437/how-getting-behind-camera-helped-student-put-his?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3069437/how-getting-behind-camera-helped-student-put-his?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 26 Jan 2018 08:45:49 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I grew up happily and enjoyed my studies in kindergarten and primary school. Thanks to my teacher, I picked up a hobby – dancing – when I was in kindergarten. I took part in many competitions and performances. These activities helped boost my confidence and self-esteem, and I am no longer afraid to perform in front of strangers. However, I am a little bit shy when people I know are in the audience. With all these happy memories, you must be wondering why I chose a topic about my studies. My poor... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3069232/we-must-not-stress-when-it-comes-exams-theres-life?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3069232/we-must-not-stress-when-it-comes-exams-theres-life?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 19 Jan 2018 08:36:34 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK This video is about a dialogue between the two sides of my inner self. The person in the grey hoodie represents the darker side of me, whereas the one in white clothing represents my brighter side. The two identities are forged from my experiences and they represent who I am in real life. I grew up in an ordinary family, but my life has been anything but ordinary. I have a hunger for knowledge, and I read lot of Chinese history, animation, psychology and philosophy. As long as I am interested in... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3069054/accepting-our-positive-and-negative-thoughts-make-us?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3069054/accepting-our-positive-and-negative-thoughts-make-us?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 12 Jan 2018 06:56:00 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK UNICEF HK's Make A Video Contest is back, and this year the theme is "I am ME". The Hong Kong Committee for UNICEF HK invites secondary school students to flex their filmmaking muscles by creating a one-minute video in which they can explore their identities. On board to help guide the students taking part in this project are renowned filmmakers and youth advocates UNICEF HK Ambassador Adam Wong, and Heiward Mak - who will be the contest’s Creative Advisor and Judge. Also, UNICEF will hold a... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/your-voice/competitions/article/3065360/show-world-who-you-are-and-how-you-feel-unicef?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/your-voice/competitions/article/3065360/show-world-who-you-are-and-how-you-feel-unicef?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 18 Jul 2017 05:51:39 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK My parents got divorced when I was young. My younger brother and I were brought up by our grandparents, uncle and aunt, and we lived with our two cousins. The whole family got together for dinner every night. Everything seemed to be normal, but actually my brother and I were embarrassed. I didn’t do well in primary school, and this left my family members – who were all well-educated – very unhappy. They took me to different doctors to see if I had a learning disability. This completely shattered... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073645/mum-and-dad-love?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073645/mum-and-dad-love?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Mar 2017 04:25:14 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I was born on April 25, 1999. When I was just one week old, my mother handed me over to the Po Leung Kuk in Causeway Bay. I was in Primary One, when my mother and stepfather took me home. But I left soon after my mother said something hurtful to me. I was then taken care of by different foster families. In just a year, I stayed in seven different foster homes, where I learned about everyday manners and respecting people. Later, I was transferred to a children’s home. All that moving around makes... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073458/child-home-where-their-heart?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073458/child-home-where-their-heart?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 22 Feb 2017 06:56:14 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Last summer, I produced a one minute video with the help of Unicef HK’s Make A Video tutors and their assistants. The video, Dinner, is about a family of three at dinner. The parents point their chopsticks at their son and scold him. “Why are you so sloppy in whatever you do? Even [here] at dinner, you’re so careless. The rice is all over the table.” The son remains silent while his parents continue to berate him. Finally, he puts down his chopsticks and the bowl, and leaves the table. This... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073371/unhappy-meal-video-about-not-living-family?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073371/unhappy-meal-video-about-not-living-family?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 17 Feb 2017 03:58:48 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I have always dreamed of being a director. When I did a search for video-making competitions so I could get more filmmaking experience, I came across the Make A Video Contest organised by Unicef HK. It is a meaningful competition where youngsters can express their views to the public through one-minute videos. Without hesitation, I joined the competition. Secondary school is coming to an end, and soon I will have to sit for the DSE. As it gets closer, the classroom has become silent, except for... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073239/when-pressures-we-need-face-it-and-talk-about-it?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3073239/when-pressures-we-need-face-it-and-talk-about-it?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 10 Feb 2017 03:17:17 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK We all have dreams and I am no exception. My dream is to become a singer, and express my feelings and influence others through music. There have been a lot of obstacles during my musical journey. I am grateful for all the support I have received from my family. This has made me more determined to do everything I can to achieve my dream. At first, I didn’t dare to sing on stage. But my two brothers encouraged me to sing in front of a crowd, and that is how I got my early training. Later on, I... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3072751/family-blessings-key-hitting-high-notes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3072751/family-blessings-key-hitting-high-notes?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 20 Jan 2017 09:47:31 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Julian stays at home alone on his birthday. He receives a generic birthday card, watches boring TV programmes and plays the piano to nobody. When his father does come home, all the boy receives is a 100-dollar note. Julian realises that there would be no greater happiness than being able to chat with his father. As Unicef puts it, children start life as totally dependent beings. They must rely on adults for nurture and guidance to grow towards independence. I was fortunate enough to grow up in... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3072561/not-all-birthdays-are-happy-loneliest-birthday?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3072561/not-all-birthdays-are-happy-loneliest-birthday?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 Jan 2017 07:31:41 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Two years ago, I joined the “Make a Video” contest organised by Unicef Hong Kong. I saw that people were not always willing to open their hearts to make friends. Therefore, I made my first one-minute video entitled “True Friendship?” Since then, I have been fascinated by video making, and I have started to learn more techniques. Whenever I have time, I take photos and shoot videos with my friends. I joined the campus TV and photography club, and have produced videos on various topics. I have... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/your-voice/opinion/article/3072413/if-you-were-here-video-about-importance-family?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/your-voice/opinion/article/3072413/if-you-were-here-video-about-importance-family?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 06 Jan 2017 03:56:27 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Compared to most children, I had a rather happy childhood. In Form Three, a friend introduced me to war games. As soon as the whistle was blown, both teams rushed to the middle of the field and an intense shoot-out began. I was very impressed by these scenes, and although I was defeated the first time I played, I really enjoyed it. So, I started joining different war games to enhance my skills. Gradually, I developed the confidence to defeat my enemies. But during one game I slipped and fell,... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3071910/proving-i-can-handle-my-hobbies-can-be-real-battle?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3071910/proving-i-can-handle-my-hobbies-can-be-real-battle?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 16 Dec 2016 08:41:48 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I used to live with my parents in a tong lau, or tenement building, in Tsz Wan Shan. But two years ago, we moved to a public housing flat in Kwun Tong, where my secondary school is located. Living in Kwun Tong is very convenient. There is an MTR station and a bus terminus. The market is only a six-minute walk from where we live. When I have free time, I usually go to the public library which is also nearby. I am a member of the campus TV team. Recently, I bought a single-lens reflex camera. I... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3071715/video-brings-happy-memories?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3071715/video-brings-happy-memories?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 09 Dec 2016 07:10:16 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I was born deaf. My parents didn’t even know until I had a check-up when I was a year old. I got a cochlear implant when I was two years old, and when I was four, I started at a mainstream kindergarten and then primary school. I couldn’t understand my teachers and classmates, which made me very unhappy. Later, I switched to the Lutheran School for the Deaf where all my classmates had hearing disabilities. They communicated through sign language and taught me to do so. I was very happy. At... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3071352/telling-story-without-speaking?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3071352/telling-story-without-speaking?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 25 Nov 2016 04:01:56 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Since I was small, I’ve felt that my family is different from others. We don’t have family days or share many warm moments. My parents rarely communicate at home. When I was young, I thought this was what happened in other families. However, when I talked to my friends in primary school, I realised that it was just our family. For most families, it’s normal to go out and enjoy yourself. But our family just stays at home. Most people think of family dinner as a very normal even. Yet, for me, it’s... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3071137/treat-your-children-children-not-tool?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3071137/treat-your-children-children-not-tool?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 18 Nov 2016 02:50:22 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK My primary school classmates were the ones who first introduced me to YouTube. There are many kinds of videos on the site, and it shows that being a YouTuber can actually be an occupation. Although I hadn’t shot any videos before, it looked like it was enjoyable and free. So, to explore my interest in it, I took part in this Unicef video project. In the five-day video camp, I learned a lot about video filming from everyone there. I found out that shooting a video is very interesting. At first, I... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3070968/jason-shows-parents-why-being-youtuber-isnt-just?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3070968/jason-shows-parents-why-being-youtuber-isnt-just?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Nov 2016 03:24:30 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK Classmates may be together for a few years; friends will support each other for decades; family members are there for a lifetime. To have a happy family, communication is the key. But in my video Inner Us, the mum leaves home early and returns late. She has hardly any time for her son because of her heavy workload. This is actually the story of my life. My mother started her full-time job when I was in primary school. She works from Monday to Saturday. Recently, she began working as a part-time... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3070758/happy-home-key-beautiful-life?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3070758/happy-home-key-beautiful-life?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Nov 2016 06:38:47 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK When I was a kid, I did not own as many things as my classmates. After my father passed away, raising three children was really a burden to the family and I was sent to mainland China to live with my grandmother. However, I knew that this was not my lifelong home and I had to learn to take care of myself. So, I focused on school, and didn’t waste time playing. Through my video, Family, I hope to share the difficulties my mum faces. She works long hours, and still shows up for my performances,... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3066448/hong-kong-teenager-puts-herself-her-mums-shoes-video?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3066448/hong-kong-teenager-puts-herself-her-mums-shoes-video?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 06 May 2016 01:58:03 +0000 UNICEF HK UNICEF HK I live in To Kwa Wan, which is a very crowded area. As a result, I am growing up in a seriously polluted environment. My video, To Kwa Wan, is about my mum’s upbringing in a rural village. She was able to enjoy beautiful scenery, see flowers and grassland, hear insects and birds, and breathe fresh air. There were no smartphones or iPads at the time , so the villagers formed strong, genuine friendships. Living in To Kwa Wan, I have to pass construction sites, like the Sha Tin to Central railway... https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3066321/hks-smog-suffocating-our-childhood-says-hk-student?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/yp/discover/lifestyle/features/article/3066321/hks-smog-suffocating-our-childhood-says-hk-student?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 29 Apr 2016 01:31:48 +0000