CEO Message (Plan News Issue 28)

Dear Supporters, How time flies—we are now welcoming a new year. Over the past year, we at Plan International Hong Kong have been deeply grateful for your unwavering support. Your generosity has enabled us to bring hope and change to countless children and families, even amidst the challenging circumstances. In late November, I attended the...
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Violence Seen as “Natural”: Global Study Finds 90% of interviewed of Girls Endure Abuse From Age 11

Adolescence should be a stage of self‑exploration, building friendships, and planning for the future. Yet in reality, it often becomes the beginning of fear and repression for many girls and boys. The globally discussed TV drama “Adolescence” reveals the cruel truth of adolescence: under the pressure of online misogyny and distorted masculinity, the protagonist views...
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One-Month Report on Tai Po Wang Fuk Court Fire Relief: Standing with Children Through Education and Emotional Support

The Level 5 fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po on 26 November caused severe casualties and widespread devastation. As one of the world’s leading development organisations advocating for the rights of girls and children, Plan International is deeply concerned about the long-term impact of disasters on children’s learning and emotional well-being. Hence, we...
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Plan International Hong Kong Provides Learning and Psychological Support to Children Affected by Tai Po Wang Fuk Court Fire — Cash Assistance for 300 Students and 2,200 Stress Relief Packs to Support Children

Dedicated to striving for a just world that advances children’s rights and equality for girls, Plan International is deeply regrets the tragic Level-5 fire at Wang Fuk Court in Tai Po. We are particularly concerned about the long-term impact of disasters on children’s education and emotional well-being, and have therefore launched an immediate emergency relief...
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Plan International Hong Kong Releases First Comprehensive Study on Period Poverty: Revealing Challenges Faced by Women and Girls in Hong Kong One in Ten Experienced Period Poverty; Half Prefer Not to Be Women Due to Menstrual-Related Distress

Period poverty is not just an economic issue; it is a structural dilemma that hinders women from safely navigating their menstrual cycles with dignity. According to the definition by the UN Women, period poverty refers to the lack of access to menstrual products, basic facilities, and accurate information. However, Hong Kong still lacks systematic studies...
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Plan International Child Safeguarding Schools Award Programme Presentation Ceremony Ended with a Resounding Success: LegCo Member Tik Chi-yuen, School Representatives, and Celebrity Parents Gathered to Share Experiences and Committed to Building a Protection Net for Children

From 12 to 14 September, Plan International Hong Kong, with the generous support of the Wu Jieh Yee Charitable Foundation, successfully hosted the Child Safeguarding Schools Award Programme Presentation Ceremony and Showcase at The Wai in Tai Wai. This landmark event brought together Ms June Leung, Board Chair; Dr Sandra Tsang, Board Member; and Dr...
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