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Care for Carers｜Suggestions to Budget 2024/25 by SEN Carer Working Group
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Tai Po Carers' Group｜Response to Policy Address 2023
(1) Opposition to giveaways; resources should be allocated to long-term policies and measures, as well as establishing long-term carer policiesThe Tai Po Carers' group ("the group") believes that measures such as distributing consumer vouchers do not effectively utilize community resources to...
Tai Po Carers' Group｜Suggestions to Policy Address 2023
Formulating the carer-oriented policiesThe Hong Kong government has not conducted comprehensive statistics on the carer population and has not released relevant figures, significantly affecting the planning of carer services and support in various sectors of society. We propose that the...
Position Paper to the Bills Committee on Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Bill
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Care for Carers｜Position Paper on Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Bill
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Position paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Support of Single Parent Family
Hong Kong Federation of Women's Centres (hereinafter referred to as "HKFWC") was established in 1981. It has been focusing on the living conditions of grassroots women, dedicated to promoting gender equality and advocating for women's rights. HKFWC has established the first women's support hotline...
Position paper to the LegCo Subcommittee on Promoting Carer-centric Policies on Carer's Support
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Position paper to the LegCo Subcommittee on Promoting Carer-centric Policies on Carer's Support by Tai Po Carers' Group
The "Carers' Concern Group" ("the Concern Group") is formed by a group of carers and members who are concerned about the situation of carers in Tai Po District. The Concern Group is committed to supporting the needs of carers in the district and raising the community's awareness of carers. In this...
CNN｜Position paper to the LegCo Subcommittee on Promoting Carer-centric Policies on Carer's Support
"Care Neighbourhood Network (CNN) - The All-in-One Carer Support Platform ("the Platform") is formed by a cross-sectoral group of stakeholders in Tai Po, comprising carers, social welfare organisations, religious organisations and social enterprises, and is committed to supporting the needs of...
Carers with Unique Stories | Dilemma of Elder Care by Elderly People
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Position paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Carer's Support
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Care for Carers｜Position Paper to Subcommittee on Promoting Carer-centric Policies on Carer's Agenda
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Submission to CEDAW Committee on the implementation of The Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW) in Hong Kong
IntroductionThis Submission will cover the following articles of CEDAW:Article 2: Policy measureArticle 5: Stereotypes and PrejudiceArticle 7: Social and Political ParticipationArticle 10: EducationArticle 11: EmploymentArticle 13: Social SecurityArticle 16: Marriage and...
【HKFWC40】Growth with HKFWC - Geraldine Young
Geraldine, a member of HKFWC Executive Committee since 1992, is now the second longest serving member on the Committee. Geraldine regards her involvement in HKFWC is not just volunteering in nature, but also a continuing learning experience. Over her years of participation in HKFWC, Geraldine has...
【HKFWC40】Reclaiming life after joining the HKWFC - Vikki Yuen
When it comes to a "veteran" of the HKFWC, one must think of Vikki Yuen (affectionately known as "Chief Secretary"), Vikki joined HKFWC in 2001 as Administrative Secretary. After serving HKFWC for over 21 years, Vikki is now the Senior Finance Administrator of the organization. Being a long-time...
【HKFWC40】From Service User to Peer Counsellor and Advocate… - Portia Wong
Portia has been a volunteer with the Hong Kong Federation of Women's Centres (HKFWC) for over 25 years and has grown with it. From helpline counsellor to advocacy group, Portia enjoys helping others. With this selfless spirit, who would have thought that she was once a service recipient? From a...
【HKFWC40】Creating the Vast Maps of Life - Ann Yuen
After learning about the opening of the Tai Wo Centre from a flyer, Ann joined the Hong Kong Federation of HKFWCs in 1998 as a volunteer. She has now been contributing to the community for over 25 years and last year she was awarded the Long Service Award by HKFWC. She hopes to stay healthy this...
【HKFWC40】From organizer to staff, more than 30 years of growth - Ada Leung
If one searches "Tsui Yin Club" on the internet, one will find several social organizations with this name. But it turns out that a Tsui Yin Club once existed within HKFWC for a long time. This is one of the least known aspects of our history, and the only records we have are just photographs....
Submission to the 67th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women
Hong Kong Federation of Women's Centres, founded in 1981, is a non-partisan and non-religious women's organization in Hong Kong. We aim at promoting gender equality in Hong Kong through services, education and advocacy. Through our multi-service women's centres, we develop volunteer networks,...
Submission to the 66th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women
Hong Kong Federation of Women's Centres, founded in 1981, is a non-partisan and non-religious women's organization in Hong Kong. We aim at promoting gender equality in Hong Kong through services, education and advocacy. Through our multi-service women's centres, we develop volunteer networks,...
From "The Line Watchers" to learn the family role and gender stereotype
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Position Paper to Social Welfare Department on Proposed Mandatory Reporting Requirement for Suspected Child Abuse Cases
Hong Kong Federation of Women's Centres (HKFWC), since its founding in 1981, has tirelessly committed to promote women's rights at the grassroots level. Due to traditional social norms, carers have needs in various aspects. Unfortunately, lack of support services is still an unsolved problem that...
Position Paper to PolyU on Consultancy Study on the Needs and Support of Carers of Elderly and Disabled People in Hong Kong
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Submission to the 65th session of the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women
Hong Kong Federation of Women's Centres, founded in 1981, is a non-partisan and non-religious women's organization in Hong Kong. We concern about the situation of women, especially grassroots unpaid caregivers and single mothers, and aim at promoting gender equality in Hong Kong through services,...
Partnership Not Ownership｜There will always be a few scumbags in your life
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Position Paper to the Law Reform Commission of Hong Kong on the Proposed Legislation of "Failure to Protect a Child or Vulnerable Person" Offence (Summary)
In recent years, there have been numerous cases of abuse of children, elderly and domestic helpers. However, limited by the Offence Against the Person Ordinance, no prosecutions and convictions have been taken for some cases. Therefore, the Law Reform Commission (LRC) has proposed to revise the...
Suggestions to Policy Address 2019
On 10 July 2019 the Chief Executive, Ms Carrie Lam has invited the members of the public to give their views regarding the 2020 Annual Policy Address. Hong Kong Federation of Women's Centres (HKFWC) was founded in 1981. HKFWC has established the first-ever women support hotline in Hong Kong,...
Position paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Carer's Support
Set up in 1981, the Hong Kong Federation of Women's Centers have always fought for the rights and situations of women and carers. No one is born to be a carer. Being a carer should be a choice instead of an obligation. However, in traditional society women often have to take up the role of family...
Position Paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Consultancy Study on the Long-term Development of Child Care Services
Set up in 1981, the Hong Kong Federation of Women's Centres has always fought for the rights and situations of women and carers. Carers are especially concerned about the development of children. The support of the government for childcare will directly affect the benefits of children and their...
Care for Carers｜Submission to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Carer's Support on 9 July 2018
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Response to the Draft Outline of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Fourth Report under the United Nations Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women
In the interests of transparency and full accountability, we recommend that the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region ("HKSAR Government") includes the following comments and suggestions in its Fourth Report to the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women...
Carer Alliance of HKFWC｜Position Paper on Hong Kong Rehabilitation Programme Plan
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Carer Alliance of HKFWC｜Position Paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Elderly Services Programme Plan
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Position Paper on Proposed Legislation: Children Proceedings (Parental Responsibility) Bill & Divorce Policy
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Position Paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services to Evaluation of Low Income Working Family Allowance on 17 July 2017
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Carer Group of HKFWC｜Position Paper on Elderly Services Programme Plan
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Position Paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Case of Bridge of Rehabilitation Campany on 1 November 2016
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Position Paper to Commission of Poverty on the Public Engagement Exercise on Retirement Protection
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Position Paper to the LegCo Panel on Manpower on Maternity Leave under the Employment Ordinance
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Position Paper to Labour and Welfare Bureau on the Parental Responsibility
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Peer Counsellor of HKFWC｜Position Paper to Labour and Welfare Bureau on the Parental Responsibility
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Peer Counsellor of HKFWC｜Position Paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Child Custody and Access
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Insufficient Amount of Shelter Centre to Support Domestic Violence Victims
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Position Paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Future Development of Retirement Protection in Hong Kong
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Position Paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Domestic Violence on Shelter Service and Housing Assistance
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Position Paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Domestic Violence on Housing Assistance
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Position Paper to Committee on Free Kindergarten Education on the Implementation of Free Kindergarten Education
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Response to the EOC Statement on Discrimination Law Review Consultation
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WCOEO｜Submission of Hong Kong Shadow Report to CEDAW Committee on the Implementation of CEDAW in Hong Kong
NGO Oral PresentationHong Kong, China Presented at the 59th CEDAW Session, Geneva, 20 Oct – 7 Nov 2014Presented by Ms. KWOK Ka Chai and Ms. LEUNG Wing Yan (Joanne) Madame Chair, On behalf of the Hong Kong Delegation, which consists of 9 NGOs, we are presenting the Statement to...
Statement by the Hong Kong Women's Coalition on Equal Opportunities Condemning Sexual Violence Against Female Protestors
We are over 30 women's and gender NGOs who have joined hands to condemn sexual violence, threats and assaults used by thugs on female protesters in Mongkok!We have already received numerous calls for help from citizens who have been targets of verbal sexual harassment, including, "if you c...
Position Paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Family Support Policy and Services
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Position Paper to the LegCo Subcommittee on Poverty on Low Income Working Family Allowance
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Joint Submission from NGOs of Hong Kong Shadow Report to CEDAW Committee on the Implementation of CEDAW in Hong Kong
Joint Submission from NGOs coordinated by the HK Human Rights MonitorHong Kong Women's Coalition on Equal OpportunitiesCenter for Comparative and Public Law (HKU)Women's Studies Research Centre (HKU)to the Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Womenon the implementation...
Position Paper of Community Mamas of HKFWC on Municipal Solid Waste Charging
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Government should take the responsibility on the poverty of unpaid carer
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Position Paper to the Joint Subcommittee on Long-term Care Policy on Providing Carer's Allowance & Supports
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Position Paper on Consultation on Rape and Other Non-consensual Sexual Offences
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Position Paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Tackling Domestic Violence and Sexual Violence
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Position Paper to the Minimum Wage Commission on the review of the statutory minimum wage rate
The statutory minimum wage system has been in effect for more than a year since 1 May 2011. During the past year, there was no job loss or corporate bankruptcy as the commercial sector or economists had worried about. Instead, many jobs have been offered at levels above the minimum wage against the...
Oral Statement to the LegCo Panel on Constitutional Affairs on Joint Parental Responsibility Model
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Oral Statement to the LegCo Panel on Constitutional Affairs on Stalking
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Position Paper to The Law Reform Commission of Hong Kong on Charities
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Position Paper on the Implementation of Universal Retirement Protection
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WCOEO｜Statement on the Invasion of Privacy by Clandestine Photo-taking Activities of Chan Hau Man
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Position Paper to Bills Committee on Domestic Violence (Amendment) Bill 2009
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Position Paper to the LegCo Panel on Welfare Services on Domestic Violence Ordinance Amendment
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Position Paper on Consultation Paper entitled "Legislating against Racial Discrimination"
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Exercising Economic Empowerment: Networking in a Women's Community Centre
This paper explores the economic initiative of two groups of grassroots women in a community organization, the Hong Kong Federation of Women's Centres, which has aimed to improve the status of women in Hong Kong, and more recently to develop their potential in economic activities in Hong Kong. The...