Actively exchange to increase service quality and broaden horizon

Our colleagues actively equip themselves and engage with various stakeholders in Asia and around the world to broaden their horizons.

Fujian

From September 28 to 29 this year, The Hong Kong Society for the Blind was honored to be invited by the Vice Chairman of the China Disabled Persons’ Federation, the President of the China Massage Association of Blind Practitioners, and the President of the Fujian Association of the Blind to participate in their cultural show in Fuzhou. We aim to strengthen our collaboration with various blind associations in Mainland China and work together for the welfare of visually impaired individuals.

Shaoguan

From November 7 to 9 this year, The Hong Kong Society for the Blind participated in the "Connecting Heart" exchange programme and visited Shaoguan together with more than 400 Hong Kong social welfare practitioners. Through three days of exchanges, our colleagues have deepened their understanding of Shaoguan's social welfare services.

The United Arab Emirates

The World Congress on Rehabilitation 2024 was held in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, from September 23 to 25. Four representatives from The Hong Kong Society for the Blind attended the event.

The theme of the event centered on "Work and Employment", where rehabilitation professionals from various countries discussed the challenges and barriers faced by individuals with disabilities in the job market, along with related support service programmes. Our team greatly benefited from the three-day conference, seizing the opportunity to connect with rehabilitation partners from around the world, exchanging insights and valuable service models.