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17
Oct
CISANI Conference 2025
Co-organized by the International Social Service Hong Kong Branch (ISS-HK) and the Chinese Immigrant Services Association Network International (CISANI), the CISANI Conference 2025 will take place at the M Museum in West Kowloon. Under the theme “Ageing Service in a Highly Mobile Society”, the conference will spotlight insights from distinguished scholars and seasoned industry
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3
Oct
The ISS-HK Football Team finished 4th in the Social Workers’ Cup Plates
The ISS-HK Football Team competed against the Hong Kong Playground Association in the Social Workers’ Cup Plates on 28 September 2025 and finished in 4th place. With great determination, our team scored first and took the lead. However, under the blazing heat and with injuries to key players, the match turned around and ended with ISS falling short 1-3. Our players showed true passion and
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3
Oct
2024-2025 Annual Financial Reports
Please click here to view the Annual Financial Reports (of the subvented services under the Lump Sum Grant Subvention System of the Social Welfare Department) for the year ended 31 March 2025
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19
Sep
ISSHK approves measures in improving people’s livelihood in Policy Address 2025
ISSHK notes that the 2025 Policy Address focuses on "Care" with a series of commendable policies and measures aimed at children and families, the elderly, and ethnic minority groups. 1. Support for the Elderly and Cross-Border Arrangements The government will continue to enhance the Payment Connect and plans to allow Hong Kong elders living in Fujian to directly transfer the "Portable Cash
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12
Sep
A Toast to Growth for “EMbrace Tech for Change”
Jointly launched by ARCH Community Outreach and the International Social Service Hong Kong Branch, the EMbrace Tech for Change Program is a collaborative initiative designed to empower secondary school students from diverse ethnic backgrounds with essential digital and social media skills. To showcase students’ fruitful learning throughout the programme, a Tea Gathering was held on 12
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1
Sep
ISS-HK Relaunches “Cross-border Student Support Project on the First Day of School”
According to statistics from the Hong Kong Education Bureau, the number of students commuting across the boundary for schooling has now reached nearly 15,000, and the figure continues to rise. To meet the growing demand for service from this group of students, the International Social Service Hong Kong Branch (ISS-HK) once again launched the “Cross-border Student Support Project on the
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23
Jul
In Memory of our Former Chairman, Mr. John Chan
With deepest sorrow, we mourn the passing of our esteemed former Chairman, Mr. John Chan. Since joining us in December 1976, Mr. Chan had been served with dedication and made invaluable contributions over the years. He was our Honorary Treasurer from 1976 to 1980 and took on the role of Chairman from 1986 to 1989, guiding the agency’s steady growth and development to fulfilling our mission.
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3
Jul
ISS’ Got Talent Scholarship 2025
"ISS’ Got Talent Scholarship 2025" is now open for applications! In addition to the scholarship winners who will be awarded HK$10,000 each, 10 merit prize winners will receive a prize of HK$4,000 each. Award winners will also have the opportunity to perform at the prize presentation ceremony cum talent showcase in January 2026 to show your talent and go for your dream! Eligibility Only
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21
Jun
ISS’ Got Talent Scholarship Winners Visit Baron School of Music
Each year, the ISS’ Got Talent Scholarship receives an array of impressive music submissions and inspires young talents to follow their artistic dreams. On 21 June, a group of awardees had the incredible opportunity to visit one of our valued Supporting Partners, the Baron School of Music. Guided by Production Supervisor Chris Fu, the students embarked on an journey into the world of music
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2
May
The Director of Home Affairs and District Officer of Kowloon City District visited DREAM Support Service Centre for Ethnic Minorities
We are honored to have received Ms. Priscilla To, JP, Director of Home Affairs, and Mr. Ivanhoe Chang, JP, the District Officer of Kowloon City District, at the DREAM Support Service Centre for Ethnic Minorities on 29 April 2025. During the visit, attendees observed a group activity on mask-making and engaged in interactions with service users in a relaxed and lively atmosphere.
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13
Apr
Social Work Run 2025
To celebrate the World Social Work Day, over 70 colleagues, family members and service users took part in the Social Work Run 2025 on 13 April at the Pak Shek Kok Promenade, Science Park. From the 10k Run, 3k Run, 3k Walk to the 4 x 1 Relay Race, everyone gave their best with the spirit of teamwork and determination. A huge congratulations to Kylie Cheung from School Social Work, who clinched the
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22
Feb
ISS-HK Territory-Wide Flag Day on 22 February
Our Flag Day held last Saturday was a great success! On that morning, our incredible volunteers, including students, ethnic minorities, adoptive and foster families, were present across all districts, even in Cheung Chau! Despite the chilly weather, everyone enthusiastically engaged in the flag-selling activities. We extend our heartful gratitude to all schools, organizations, corporations,
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