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The Fred Hollows Foundation Hong Kong Celebrates its 10th Anniversary with "Humanity Award 2025" – Honouring Children’s Creativity in Lighting Up the Community
The Fred Hollows Foundation (護瞳行動) has celebrated the outstanding community goodwill shown by Hong Kong students at its annual Humanity Awards.
This year’s Awards – coinciding with 10th anniversary of The Fred Hollows Foundation Hong Kong – attracted more than 400 entries from students dedicated to serving the community.
Inheriting the spirit of renowned ophthalmologist Professor Fred Hollows in “helping others help themselves”, 42 students were honoured for turning their goodwill into community action at an awards ceremony at The Mills on 14 June.
Nominations for the Humanity Award – now in its eighth year – were received from Primary 3 to 6 students across 74 local and international schools, who were assessed on three criteria: Initiative, Innovation and Practical Action.
The Fred Hollows Foundation Humanity Awards winners:
The Fred Hollows Eye Health Ambassador:
Chan Kwun Ming, Chan Tsz Chun, Gabriel Philip Milne, Law Irene, Jong Cho Kiu, Tse Ho Tung, Wu Kam Wang, Chen Wai Sze Vincy, Gotual Moira Agatha Picones, Yeung Pui Hei, Bai Haoran, Chan Hoi Leong, Cheng Ho Yat, Keung Wing Hei, Lui Chi Chung
from Aberdeen St. Peter's Catholic Primary School
"Bright Vision Zongzi."
The Ambassadors were honoured for Fostering Inclusion, Revealing Community Diversity. The students initiated the "We are Family" program, inviting ethnic minority students to participate in Chinese cultural activities, including lion dancing and crafting herbal sachets. Together, they wrapped different styles of zongzi (rice dumplings) from various countries, placing vision-enhancing ingredients to create "Bright Vision Zongzi." This initiative allowed ethnic minority students to experience care and warmth while learning about Chinese culture and the traditional wisdom of food-as-medicine to promote wellbeing and eye health. The students not only successfully promoted inclusion but also raised awareness about eye health, upholding the mission of The Fred Hollows Foundation.
Ambassador of Integrity:
Hugo Earnshaw-Saran
from The Harbour School
for Stand Up For What’s Right to Broaden The Horizons of a Diverse Student Population
Hugo initiated the Hands-on Understanding, Growth and Opportunities in Science Programme (The H.U.G.O.S. Programme) with the goal of increasing awareness and interest in marine science through hands-on experiences for a diverse group of students. Partnering with local primary schools, he hosted visits to The Harbour School’s Marine Science Centre, where visiting students learned about the importance of ocean conservation and marine ecosystems. Hugo broadened the horizons of these students and fostered lasting learning experiences. “I hope to continue to provide students who otherwise wouldn’t have access to the Marine Science Centre with opportunities to explore and grow through hands-on experiences,” he said.
Ambassador of Collaboration:
Chen Wai Sze Vincy, Yeung Pui Hei
from Aberdeen St. Peter's Catholic Primary School
for Collaborating To Beautify The Community And Shine For Hope
To promote a positive atmosphere at school, Vincy and Pui Hei extended their school's orchid replanting activity that they launched two years ago. They collected discarded orchids from the neighborhood and nurtured them at school until the plants bloomed again and shared them with people in their community.
Ambassador of Action:
Ho Bing Tsing
from Vnsaa St. Hillary's School
for Taking Action Proactively
To Express Gratitude Ping Tsing has always been grateful for the kindness and support he has received from others. After discovering the artistic talent of his domestic helper, he organised the "Auntie & I" art exhibition to display the paintings of the domestic helper. Through this event, he recognised the broader contributions of foreign domestic helpers. He also encouraged other children to express their gratitude through art, inviting them to draw and display their paintings alongside his exhibit. Additionally, he donated the proceeds from the sale of his and his sister’s artwork to help the people in need.
Ambassador of Resourceful:
Lam Hin Tsun Anakin
from St Joseph's Anglo-Chinese Primary School
for Demonstrating Resourcefulness To Develop Pet Homes For Furry Friends
Being passionate about animal protection, Anakin not only participated in a fundraising flag sale to support visually-impaired people, but also designed and sold tote bags to raise funds for stray dogs. He also joined hands with his classmates to develop the "Smart Pet House" with a mobile app to monitor the level of carbon dioxide and water
quality in pet houses, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for elderly or sick pets. Their innovation earned them second place in a competition. Through these initiatives, Anakin hopes to raise public awareness of animal welfare and encourage others to engage in charitable activities.
Ambassador of Empowerment:
Yip Ngai Shun
from Baptist Lui Ming Choi Primary School
for Sharing Talents and Joy To Inspire More People To Help Others
Two years ago, Ngai Shun established his stall "Happy Sunson" where he taught people to make "Happy Cakes" at various flea markets, sharing joy while raising funds for charities to support children in need. Additionally, he created a book about organ donation to help his peers better understand this topic and encourage those around him to register their organ donation wishes in the Centralised Organ Donation Register. Ngai Shun shared his talents with others, allowing everyone to experience joy together. His spirit of empowerment and helping others embodies the value of an "Ambassador of Empowerment". "I can utilise my effort teaching people to make musical cakes in order to spread happiness, as well as inspiring others to help people," he said.
Junior Ambassadors
Chu Valerie Faith
from Pooi To Primary School
When Valerie Faith’s younger sister was two, she developed a brain condition that resulted in visual impairment. This lifechanging experience inspired Valerie to help others. She volunteers at the Ebenezer School & Home for the Visually Impaired, while Valerie also writes poetry to raise awareness about disabilities. She believes
that even small actions can create a ripple effect, inspiring more people to care for and support those in need.
Junior Ambassadors
Hui Wing Tung
from Tin Shui Wai Catholic Primary School
Wing Tung has participated in various charitable activities, including drawing Christmas cards for cancer patients with "WeCareBill," donating over 20 cm of hair to the "Cancer Tumor Patients Aid Association," and volunteering as a tea house attendant for the "Sensory Restaurant on Wheels" project, serving dim sum to elderly people in nursing homes. She also assists P.1 students at her school in adapting to primary school life, showcasing her commitment to helping those in need.
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Student of Merit
Cheung Wai Kiu, Jiang Tsz Huen, Ng Tsz Hei, Chen Wan Tik, Chiu Hei Ching, Chu Suet Man, Leung Wing Yin
from Chinese YMCA Primary School
Seven P.5 students from the Chinese YMCA Primary School took the initiative to establish the "Eco@cymcaps". They created eco-friendly musical instruments to compose original music, hosting workshops and concerts in the community to promote the concept of waste reuse. They also launched a social media platform, transforming themselves into eco-influencers to promote environmental awareness.
Student of Merit
Chan Wai, Huang Zilin, Kwok Wing Ying, Lam Sze Yu, Li Lok Yee, Li Yiu Kwong, Lui Pak Yin, Mak Chun Yeung
from Lok Sin Tong Leung Wong Wai Fong Memorial School
Eight students discovered that the elderly often experience cognitive decline due to loneliness. They used AI-enhanced image technology to restore old photographs and generated emotionally rich dynamic audiovisual stories, compiling them into a "Memory Storybook." This initiative enables the seniors to become the narrators of their
own life stories, reaffirming their societal roles and personal value.
Student of Merit
Cheung Chun Yin
from Hong Chi Morninghill School, Tsui Lam
Chun Yin serves as the lunch coordinator for his class, reading out meal numbers to help classmates collect their meals. After recess, he takes the initiative to assist classmates by tidying up their belongings and cleaning desks. Before school dismissal, he distributes homework and handbooks. Chun Yin consistently maintains a helpful attitude, earning the appreciation and admiration of his classmates.
Student of Merit
Ho Chin Yu
from Yan Chai Hospital Ho Sik Nam Primary School
Chin Yu is dedicated to volunteer work, striving to serve the community and help those in need. Over the past year, she served as a "Junior Math Tutor" at school, assisting younger students in learning smoothly and confidently. Outside of school, she volunteers in charity sales, selling flags, raffle tickets, and goods, even donating her own pocket money to support various charities. Additionally, she participated in beach clean-ups and recycling.
Student of Merit
Leung Hoi Laam Thea
from Maryknoll Convent School (Primary Section)
Thea has been learning sign language dance since childhood, hoping to raise awareness about the challenges faced by people with disabilities. Two years ago, she turned her birthday into the "Day of Giving," encouraging friends to donate or volunteer instead of giving gifts, as well as transforming joy into a force for helping others.
Student of Merit
Luk Sze Yu
from Pui Ching Primary School
Sze Yu saved the earnings from her submissions to Hong Kong Pupil Magazine to purchase charity meal vouchers, using her own efforts to support Pei Ho Counterparts to provide warm meals for those in need. She also visited elderly people every month, distributing rice and small gifts. Through these activities, she seeks to understand their needs and share her care and compassion.
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The "Humanity Award 2025 Ceremony" was attended by guests including Mr Gareth Williams, Australian Consul-General to Hong Kong and Macau, who presented the awards. In his address, Mr Williams praised the students' initiatives:
- "The Australian charity The Fred Hollows Foundation has long achieved outstanding results in tackling avoidable blindness globally. The Humanity Award uniquely recognises the selfless spirit of Hong Kong’s younger generation in taking action to improve people’s lives."
- Mr. Thomas Ching (程永康), International Board Member and Hong Kong Board Member of The Fred Hollows Foundation, added: "As an international humanitarian eye health charity, The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to promoting the spirit of 'helping others help themselves' through initiatives like this. Our Hong Kong office marks its 10th anniversary this year, and The Humanity Award 2025 enters its 8th edition, having engaged over 4,500 participants. The greatest success of this program lies in planting the seed of compassion in students’ hearts. These children deserve our highest praise!"
Exhibition of Humanity Award 2025 Winning Projects
The Fred Hollows Foundation also held an exhibition of winning projects alongside the cataract simulation experience "Seeing without seeing: Living with Cataracts in Underserved Communities" at The Mills Atrium from 13 to 15 June. "Seeing without seeing: Living with Cataracts in Underserved Communities" is a multi-sensory installation allowing visitors to wear cataract simulation glasses and experience daily challenges faced by those living with vision loss. The installation is open to the public.
- "Seeing without seeing: Living with Cataracts in Underserved Communities": 13 - 15 June, 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Exhibition of Humanity Award 2025 Winning Projects: 13 - 19 June
The Fred Hollows Foundation tirelessly works to end avoidable blindness. 9 out of 10 people who are blind or visually impaired don’t need to be. We serve underprivileged communities in developing countries, striving to ensure everyone has access to high-quality, affordable eye care, igniting the light of life for all!