HA Delegation Joins Leadership Forum in Singapore: A Journey of Purpose, Partnership, and Possibility
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3-11 July 2025, Singapore
In July 2025, a group of four Honours Academy (HA) student leaders—Charis, Cathy, Charmaine, and Elvin, all from HA’s 5th cohort—set off for Singapore to represent HA at the Social Sustainability Leadership Forum (SSLF). Held from 3 to 11 July and hosted by the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS), this forum gathered university student leaders from across Asia—including Singapore, India, Indonesia, Macau, and Mainland China. Centred to explore the theme “Empowering Good Health and Wellbeing”, aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goal 3.
From Insight to Inspiration: A Week of Immersive Learning
The journey began with a deep dive into youth volunteerism at The Red Box, home of Youth Corps Singapore. There, participants explored how service is rooted in community and identity. They then returned to SUSS’s newly launched space at Blk 23 to discover the impactful work of student advocacy groups—sparking conversations on mental health, sustainability, and inclusive design.
The following day, the HA delegation took part in “Youths in Bloom”, a mass volunteering event led by Youth Corps Singapore, where they were paired with elderly beneficiaries for a scenic walk through Gardens by the Bay. What began as a simple act of service quickly grew into something more meaningful—a quiet exchange of stories, smiles, and connection that left a lasting impression on both sides.
Leadership in Action: Industry Visits & Grassroots Innovation
Throughout the week, the students engaged in company visits to seven leading organisations—including L’Oréal, Gallup, Dementia & Co, Dignity Kitchen, and Bold at Work. Each visit revealed how businesses can embed social sustainability into culture, operations, and purpose.
Midway through the forum, the energy shifted from observation to creation. In the Experiential Learning Cycle Workshop, the participants co-developed “Walk With Me”, an initiative pairing student volunteers with active seniors for guided walks to promote intergenerational wellbeing. Presented at the Geronpreneurship Innovation Festival, the project was praised for its empathy-driven, scalable design.
Community, Connection, and the Stories That Shape Us
SSLF also brought participants face-to-face with the real meaning of social impact. On Community Day, the delegation visited organisations supporting diverse groups—from seniors to migrant workers and people with disabilities. These visits offered real-world perspectives on access, equity, and grassroots innovation.
The day concluded with a Human Library session, where individuals shared personal stories of resilience and change. It was a powerful reminder that leadership begins with listening and understanding.
The Grand Finale: A Celebration of Culture, Courage, and Commitment
The forum concluded with team presentations and a Cultural Performance Showcase, where students celebrated their heritage through music, dance, and storytelling. The HA delegation’s workshop and contributions reflected clarity, care, and a strong commitment to social impact.
Looking Ahead: Leading Beyond Borders
Now back at HSUHK, Charis, Cathy, Charmaine and Elvin are ready to share what they have learned—through peer dialogues, student-led initiatives, and campus engagement. For them and our HA students as a whole, leadership does not end at the border. It grows stronger when it is shared.
Their journey reflects the Honours Academy’s mission: to nurture globally minded, socially responsible leaders who are ready to make a difference—wherever they go.
香港恒生大學榮譽學院學生領袖赴新加坡參與領袖論壇 : 跨國學習與領導力實踐
盛夏七月，四位香港恒生大學榮譽學院（HA）第五屆的學生領袖—江樂瑤、余璐穎、梁溥琁及方偉彬前往新加坡，代表學院參加為期九天的「2025社會可持續發展領袖論壇」。論壇由新加坡社會科學大學主辦，匯聚來自亞洲多地的大學青年領袖，圍繞「促進健康與福祉」主題，探討聯合國可持續發展目標（SDG）第三項的實踐路徑。
在為期九天的行程中，HA代表團參與了專題講座、跨文化工作坊、社區探訪及志願服務等多元活動。於「體驗式學習循環工作坊」中，學生們共同構思名為「Walk With Me」的健康推廣計劃，透過配對學生義工與長者，一同進行導賞式步行，促進世代共融與身心健康。該項目其後於論壇的重頭戲「銀創節」（Geronpreneurship Innovation Festival）中發表，憑其具同理心、實用性與可持續性設計，廣受好評。
此外，代表團亦走訪多間推動社會可持續發展的機構，包括L’Oréal、Gallup、關愛廚房（Dignity Kitchen）及Dementia & Co，親身了解企業如何將社會責任融入營運模式，拓展對領導力與創新精神的理解。
在「Youths in Bloom」大型義工日中，學生與新加坡青年義工團攜手，陪伴長者漫步於濱海灣花園。陽光下的交流與陪伴，讓文化與世代於自然間交融，留下難忘回憶。
這段跨國交流旅程，不僅豐富了榮譽學院同學們健康、共融與可持續發展的認識，更體現學院致力培養具國際視野與社會承擔未來領袖的使命。四位學生領袖會將所見所學帶回校園，透過同儕分享與倡議實踐 ，進一步鞏固學院 「以同行為本」的領導理念，彰顯與世界接軌、心繫社會的責任和使命。