Youth Services

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Service Highlights

Upholding the belief of “family-centric” perspective, the Society provides school-based social work services to 43 primary and secondary schools. ATAA Jockey Club Tseung Kwan O Youth Square also offers integrated youth services in the community. This year, we have strengthened child protection efforts in response to the proposed Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Bill. In addition to staff training to enhance the capability of school social workers in handling child abuse cases, we organised a gathering titled “Child Protection in School” for school personnel. A short video introducing the bill was also produced to foster communication and collaboration with schools, tackling new situations arising from the legislation.

Promote mental health of youth and families

Co-create healthy cyberculture to enhance adolescent mental wellbeing and family relationships

Support families in resolving conflicts through innovative and diverse mediation programmes

Embark on career planning through experiential learning, foster close collaboration between families and schools

Advocate self-care through elevating physical and mental wellbeing of students with special educational needs

Explore key to resilience and navigate challenges of adolescent growth to foster family wellbeing

Promote Mental Health of Youth and Families

With the objective to foster mental wellness of youth and families, promoting their inner strength and cultivating a growth mindset, the Power T.A.G. – “Boosting Inner Strength Project” continued its implementation in 40 secondary schools during the 2023-2024 academic year. The programme encompasses 13 intervention areas with activities for adolescents, families, teachers, and the community, with the goal to attain the service impact of "transformation, actualisation and gratification.

Through participating in the groupwork "Master Class in Life" focusing on "Acceptance and Commitment Therapy", the students’ personal psychological flexibility and life wisdom were effectively nurtured

Co-create Healthy Cyberculture to Enhance Adolescent Mental Wellbeing and Family Relationships

Our “Net” education and counselling service “Healthy Net” focuses on promoting a healthy cyberculture and information literacy. It provides professional counselling and support to students, parents, and teachers. Throughout this year, we have handled approximately 2,100 hotline calls and organised over 140 parent education and student education activities, as well as teacher training sessions, sharing experiences in dealing with online crises and family conflicts. Looking forward, we will continue to connect families and schools, working together to create a positive cyberculture.

On "Safer Internet Day" (6th February, 2024), an online conference on internet gaming addiction was held, which research findings and recommendations were shared

The Circle Online Friendship Simulation Game: utilised innovative activities to educate students on information literacy, aligning with the growing trend of Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) at schools

LET’s GOAL! Parent-child recreation group: promoted information literacy and healthy family relationships through building blocks and a life decision theater

Support Families in Resolving Conflicts Through Innovative and Diverse Mediation Programmes

"Jockey Club Happy Family with M.E.", funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, has seen remarkable progress this year. The “Mediation Self-Learning Online Platform” has recruited over 9,000 new parent and child members and approximately 80 “mediation family” members. Through engaging in the platform's courses and activities, they could effectively apply mediation skills in addressing conflicts in family and interpersonal relationships. Offering rich and practical content with an innovative and enjoyable approach and a wide range of exquisite gifts, the platform has garnered positive feedback from users and general public. Furthermore, the Society has collaborated with the Chinese University of Hong Kong to evaluate the effectiveness of the "Peer Mediation Project". The results have demonstrated significant improvements in participants' attitudes, mediation skills, and knowledge in handling interpersonal conflicts, as well as their proactive approach in managing conflicts with their parents.

During the process of making a bread bagel, the mediation family effectively showcased their exceptional communication and collaboration skills by applying the listening techniques they learned in the programme

Through training sessions that integrated theatrical elements, “harmony ambassadors” acquired mediation techniques to effectively resolve conflicts

To encourage the passing on the torch from veteran to new mediators in the "Peer Mediation Project" Accreditation Ceremony

To enhance learning interest in mediation education through diverse intervention means, board games were created for users

Embark on Career Planning Through Experiential Learning, Foster Close Collaboration Between Families and Schools

Supported by funding from the Youth Development Commission of Home and Youth Affairs Bureau, Project “Ignite” continued its provision of services in 26 secondary schools. The programme enabled students to develop self-awareness and gained an understanding of social advancements, facilitating the planning of their career paths. It also encouraged parents and teachers to become vital allies in students' career planning journey.

Students visited the School of Nursing, University of Hong Kong and gained insights into basic nursing skills

Through engaging in simulated interviews, students were acquainted with the necessary skills for university admission interviews

A field trip to a gas company allowed students to get firsthand exposure to the diverse range of engineering roles and gain a deeper understanding of the industry

Student undertaking an internship at an event production company had the opportunity to assist in the preparation of a music concert at our service centre

Parents participated in the "Personality Dimensions®" workshop have gained a better understanding of the temperaments and communication styles of their children and themselves

Advocate Self-care through Elevating Physical and Mental Wellbeing of Students with Special Educational Needs

The "Me-Fullness: Self-Compassion Project" implemented this year aims to enhance the ability of students with special educational needs to regulate emotions and cope with stress by engaging in diverse expressive arts activities and mindfulness experiences. Through these activities, students could learn the importance of self-care and develop a positive attitude towards life. Additionally, selected students were trained up to become self-care ambassadors who would promote the message of self-care at school, thereby fostering a sense of empowerment among them.

Learning the concept of self-compassion and empowered to become self-care ambassadors

The transformative journey of creative expression that nurtured the soul

Creating for yourself, and experiencing for yourself — finding inspiration and uplifting yourself through the act of creating

The mindful tea tasting activity, organised with the support of self-care ambassadors, aims to promote self-care among fellow students

Explore Key to Resilience and Navigate Challenges of Adolescent Growth to Foster Family Wellbeing

The Jockey Club ”Promoting Family Resilience”, supported by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, took a preventive intervention approach to uncover the strengths and unique capabilities of families, enabling both youth and parents to experience family wellbeing through various activities. In the current year, we have instilled positive family beliefs for 2,345 families, promoting family resilience, enhancing effective communication and mutual support within relationships.