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Spirit of Hong Kong is a series that looks behind the scenes of one of Asia's largest and most vibrant cities by focusing on those whose contributions often go unnoticed yet are vital to the everyday success of Hong Kong.
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Spirit of Hong Kong is a series that looks behind the scenes of one of Asia's largest and most vibrant cities by focusing on those whose contributions often go unnoticed yet are vital to the everyday success of Hong Kong.
- Mother-of-two’s husband died suddenly but she bounced back to start up her own rice roll shop
- Wong Lee-lee donates cash to support an underprivileged child and her struggle has been recognised with award nomination
Tang Kwong-po, 60, lost his sight after surgery for a brain tumour, and has been nominated in the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards for his perseverance in overcoming personal challenges.
Tang Kwong-po, 60, lost his sight after surgery for a brain tumour, and has been nominated in the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards for his perseverance in overcoming personal challenges.
Thomas Lam is a firm believer in benefits of the sport and encourages everyone to take up the challenge, his work in the community has seen him nominated in the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards.
Thomas Lam is a firm believer in benefits of the sport and encourages everyone to take up the challenge, his work in the community has seen him nominated in the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards.
Wellness expert is nominated for the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards for her undying efforts in changing the way city views rehabilitation and support services.
Wellness expert is nominated for the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards for her undying efforts in changing the way city views rehabilitation and support services.
Chung King-man says music therapy can help lower anxiety and reduce the impact of trauma among stroke patients.
Chung King-man says music therapy can help lower anxiety and reduce the impact of trauma among stroke patients.
Chair of judging panel urges city residents to learn from people honoured in the awards, co-organised by the Post and property developer Sino Group.
Chair of judging panel urges city residents to learn from people honoured in the awards, co-organised by the Post and property developer Sino Group.
Inspiring individuals honoured for the ‘extraordinary’ ways they lead their lives and their richness of spirit in contributing to the community.
Inspiring individuals honoured for the ‘extraordinary’ ways they lead their lives and their richness of spirit in contributing to the community.
This year’s award series celebrates 23 individuals and groups for their selfless efforts to make life better for the less fortunate.
This year’s award series celebrates 23 individuals and groups for their selfless efforts to make life better for the less fortunate.
Chan Cheuk-ming nominated for Spirit of Hong Kong award as Pei Ho Counterparts continues to make difference in the community by feeding homeless and elderly in his area for free.
Chan Cheuk-ming nominated for Spirit of Hong Kong award as Pei Ho Counterparts continues to make difference in the community by feeding homeless and elderly in his area for free.
Socialcareer.org matches volunteers with organisations needing support – it has been nominated in the Corporate Citizen category for the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards.
Socialcareer.org matches volunteers with organisations needing support – it has been nominated in the Corporate Citizen category for the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards.
More floor space, stair-free access and other features have helped Spirit of Hong Kong award nominee SeenCere Optical serve 800 people with disabilities since it opened four years ago.
More floor space, stair-free access and other features have helped Spirit of Hong Kong award nominee SeenCere Optical serve 800 people with disabilities since it opened four years ago.
Spirit of Hong Kong awards nominee Sky Design encourages staff to contribute to society
Spirit of Hong Kong awards nominee Sky Design encourages staff to contribute to society
Li Yi-hsin is a descendant of a family that’s been performing the art for five generations, and does not intend to slow down amid changing times.
Li Yi-hsin is a descendant of a family that’s been performing the art for five generations, and does not intend to slow down amid changing times.
William Leung’s award-winning works offer glimpse into community life and human interaction among residents that is fast disappearing in city’s urban sprawl.
William Leung’s award-winning works offer glimpse into community life and human interaction among residents that is fast disappearing in city’s urban sprawl.
Spirit of Hong Kong awards nominee Wendy Ng is always gathering clues to the true value of the city’s historic sites.
Spirit of Hong Kong awards nominee Wendy Ng is always gathering clues to the true value of the city’s historic sites.
Social enterprise Comfort Me Health Wear has been nominated for the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards for its contribution to helping women who have had a mastectomy.
Social enterprise Comfort Me Health Wear has been nominated for the Spirit of Hong Kong Awards for its contribution to helping women who have had a mastectomy.
With its opportunities to get on stage or work behind the curtain, group The Nonsensemakers seeks to diversify the medium and foster social inclusion in the city.
With its opportunities to get on stage or work behind the curtain, group The Nonsensemakers seeks to diversify the medium and foster social inclusion in the city.
Hong Kong Homeless Dog Shelter founder Angela Chan Ka-yee has made it her duty to ensure once abandoned canines are well looked after.
Hong Kong Homeless Dog Shelter founder Angela Chan Ka-yee has made it her duty to ensure once abandoned canines are well looked after.
Denis Huen, founder and chief executive of MedEXO Robotics, builds affordable multifunctional wearable devices for patients and senior citizens in Hong Kong.
Denis Huen, founder and chief executive of MedEXO Robotics, builds affordable multifunctional wearable devices for patients and senior citizens in Hong Kong.
Pilot units have been installed in a local rehabilitation hospital and several nursing homes across the city.
Pilot units have been installed in a local rehabilitation hospital and several nursing homes across the city.
Computer graduate Michael Fung and two like-minded peers decided in 2016 to set up their own business to develop mobile apps for those in Hong Kong with special needs.
Computer graduate Michael Fung and two like-minded peers decided in 2016 to set up their own business to develop mobile apps for those in Hong Kong with special needs.
Ng Kwok-hung, 78, captures the city’s elderly speaking their mind, with the hope of recording warm words for their loved ones.
Ng Kwok-hung, 78, captures the city’s elderly speaking their mind, with the hope of recording warm words for their loved ones.
Spirit of Hong Kong Awards nominee Raymond Cheung’s charity provides free Seeing Eye dog services for those who need them.
Spirit of Hong Kong Awards nominee Raymond Cheung’s charity provides free Seeing Eye dog services for those who need them.
Winnie Chung taught herself to lip-read so she could play the game, now she is coaching others and working on earning the chance to represent the city on the world stage
Winnie Chung taught herself to lip-read so she could play the game, now she is coaching others and working on earning the chance to represent the city on the world stage
Spirit of Hong Kong Awards nominee Vicky Chan has won praise for her artistic creations, which can be found at exhibitions, on walls, and on packaging for commercial products.
Spirit of Hong Kong Awards nominee Vicky Chan has won praise for her artistic creations, which can be found at exhibitions, on walls, and on packaging for commercial products.
Aspiring author can type only with her right thumb and index finger, as she pushes for a drug in the city to help those like her afflicted with spinal muscular atrophy.
Aspiring author can type only with her right thumb and index finger, as she pushes for a drug in the city to help those like her afflicted with spinal muscular atrophy.
Spirit of Hong Kong Award nominee Eric Yuon Fuk-lung believes every student is talented – even if academic excellence eludes them – and that a good attitude is the most important attribute.
Spirit of Hong Kong Award nominee Eric Yuon Fuk-lung believes every student is talented – even if academic excellence eludes them – and that a good attitude is the most important attribute.
Spirit of Hong Kong Award nominee Wong Wai-chu says the children tell her everything, including when they lose a baby tooth.
Spirit of Hong Kong Award nominee Wong Wai-chu says the children tell her everything, including when they lose a baby tooth.
The fridge in Tai Kok Tsui is stocked with donated drinks and food items by ImpactHK, a charity founded by English teacher Jeff Rotmeyer, which seeks to give street sleepers another chance by preparing them for employment and helping them find accommodation.
The fridge in Tai Kok Tsui is stocked with donated drinks and food items by ImpactHK, a charity founded by English teacher Jeff Rotmeyer, which seeks to give street sleepers another chance by preparing them for employment and helping them find accommodation.
NGO Chinese Medicine for All is led by practitioner Dennis Au Cheuk-wing, who has been nominated for a Spirit of Hong Kong Award.
NGO Chinese Medicine for All is led by practitioner Dennis Au Cheuk-wing, who has been nominated for a Spirit of Hong Kong Award.
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