https://www.scmp.com/rss/523985/feed The latest news and top stories on Spirit of Hong Kong Awards. An annual awards initiative based in Hong Kong, the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards celebrates individuals for their significant contributions to the city. Established in 2013, it highlights inspiring stories and fosters civic spirit. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com SCMP Editorial SCMP Editorial The worst of times can bring out the best in people. They are the ultimate test of the spirit of Hong Kong – the resilience and mutual support in adversity for which the city is renowned. If any evidence were needed that it prevails, it was to be found at the annual celebration of some outstanding examples – the 13th Spirit of Hong Kong Awards co-organised by the South China Morning Post and Sino Group. The awards recognise unsung heroes who contribute to the community or inspire us with stories... https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3344688/spirit-hong-kong-awards-celebration-citys-unsung-heroes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/opinion/comment/article/3344688/spirit-hong-kong-awards-celebration-citys-unsung-heroes?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:45:08 +0000 Jimmy Chow Jimmy Chow An award-winning journalist turned educator is teaching Hong Kong how to age well – not through textbooks, but through life stories. At Ginger Innovation, founder Chen Yimin trains older adults to become storytellers and mentors, helping them rebuild confidence and inviting society to redefine ageing as a form of continued learning. When Chen left journalism in 2020 after more than a decade covering social and ageing issues, she carried with her a realisation that would change her career: no one... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3329060/spirit-hong-kong-awards-educator-helps-seniors-unleash-their-hidden-potential?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3329060/spirit-hong-kong-awards-educator-helps-seniors-unleash-their-hidden-potential?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Oct 2025 03:35:13 +0000 Jimmy Chow Jimmy Chow When Hong Kong illustrator Liu Chi-leung walked past his old primary school in Western District a few years ago, he noticed familiar streetscapes disappearing under redevelopment. Liu, who goes by the pen name LeE-papa, sketched one of the buildings and shared it online. “I put it on Facebook, and old classmates and neighbours recognised it. Some shared their memories, which gave me the motivation to keep going.” That small act grew into Archimprint, his ongoing project to preserve Hong Kong’s... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3327705/spirit-hong-kong-awards-meet-illustrator-keeping-citys-urban-memory-alive?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3327705/spirit-hong-kong-awards-meet-illustrator-keeping-citys-urban-memory-alive?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Oct 2025 02:15:10 +0000