23rd HKUYL Newsletter Vol 0

8/10/2019 23rd HKUYL Newsletter Vol 0

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Content

Words from Chairperson

Introduction of

Executive Committee Members

Introduction ofSub-Committee Members

Year Plan

Member Schools 14-15

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3-6

7-9

12-13

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HOBY WLC 1410-11


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Words from Chairperson

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Throughout the 22 years,with the incessant devotion of UYLers ,our union has fostered countless

passionate young leaders who are striving hard for a renement in various aspects. So what is

your definition of a leader? To us, the 23rdcommittee board, anyone who is capable to cast

an impact on the others is a leader. The union has long been emboldening campers to aspire

their associate, to seep the UYL magic into their own communities and to explore the boundless

unknown.

Adolescent is the impulse to ameliorate the conservative society that we had once used to

live in. Following the diversification of society are the dilemma and emerging uncertainties.

Some might choose to accept the restful present-day while some are apprehensive about

the wobbly future. Would you accept to be spanned by the consuetude and custom brought

by the ancestors? Would you have the prowess to covert vision into reality and inuence your

peers? Teenagers like you and me take up the role to arouse the publics awareness to realize

our dreams. Action speaks louder than words, we have to enrich ourselves with knowledge and

broaden our horizons through experiences. There are assorted approaches for us to inuence the

world, different people pave their own paths. Union is the place for us to dig deep into ourselves,

exploring our potentials and making an impact on each other.

Stride over the miles

With the zeal for a renement in our society, we should foster an acumen mind and carefully tile

our action plan. As the leaders of tomorrow, it is vital for us to pave our ways with enthusiasm,

determination and perseverance. We cannot keep compiling our dreams with words, but

with actions in the communities. Unpredictable trials are inevitable as we open up these

unascertained courses. To conquer these trials, a complete dis-regard for where our abilities endis the key to success. Breakthroughs are made by courageous predecessors to put their ingenious

ideas into practice. Achieve the unachievable is doubtless the machete for us to discover the

concealed.

To set off this life-and-world-changing trail, we could pave our avenues towards our goal with

creativity and persistence. This road is not only for ourselves, but a pathway for others to follow,

an exemplification for people to imitate, a platform for inspiring more innovations to enrich

our society. By constructing more and more trails, it will then become a network that stimulate

advancements and be further transformed into a chain reaction- individuals influenced by

inuence.

Mile is not only a unit of measurement of how long our ways are, but a record of our endeavor

and endurance. Evaluating the past while foreseeing the future is an imperative quality a leader

should posses. We cannot keep reminiscing the compliments and achievement we had in the

past, but driving ourselves to review the paths we have been through. Cultivating a vision to

view things through different perspectives so as to covet new ideas is the only way to keep us

advance. Leaders become outstanding by a desire to be outstanding.

UYLers, its time to seek for your airs, its time to stride over the miles.

Ng, Kelvin Keng SangChairperson

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Hong Kong Union for Young Leaders, 2014 - 2015


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Introduction ofExecutive Committee Members

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CHAIRPERSON

NG, KELVIN KENG SANGKINGS COLLEGE

Don't be satised with stories, how things have gone with others. Unfold your ownmyth.

This is Kelvin Ng from Kings College :) This is my third journey in UYL. What makes UYLoutstanding is the amazing and super-enthusiastic people who devote themselves

fully into the union, and thats EACH OF YOU. You might not adapt to this placecurrently, but i am sure with wholehearted participation and fervor, you will be able

to jump out of your comfort zone and to write your own unique, once-in-a-lifetimeand life-changing myth :)

VICE-CHAIRPERSONCHAN, KELVIN HIU NAM

QUEENS COLLEGE

Its been a while! Im Kelvin Chan from Queens College. You may not be familiarwith me but when you are reading this line, you have already been part of this

family, and my brothers or sisters. Union has always been a spellbound placewhere true friends are encountered and miracles are found :) Campers, enjoy your

outstanding journey ahead and strive for perfection with your diligence. Alumni, itsgood to have you all back.

Just know, wherever you go, you can always come home.

Welcome home guys :)

VICE-CHAIRPERSONCHAN, ZARA LOK HEI

HEEP YUNN SCHOOL

Hi there the outstanding you:D

When you are staring at this line, pondering who I am, look around you. Do thesefaces look familiar? No matter what your answer is, remember these faces byheart as they will be companions who walk with you throughout your camper

journey and most importantly, your life. Now shift your sight to your left and rightwrists. Have you put on a watch on either of them? If your answer is yes, take itoff as theres no need for you to count the time you are going to spend here. Just

one last thing: Do you know the reason why you are now holding this booklet?If your answer is still yes, bear it in your mind as it will become your motivation to

walk till the end of the path.

I am Zara Chan from Heep Yunn School.

Welcome home(:


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INTERNAL SECRETARYLAI, STEVEN CHEUK YIN

ST. PAULS COLLEGE

Its been a while! Im Steven Lai from St. Pauls College, your Internal Secretarythis year. No matter you were a CCC participant or not, I want to give you my

warmest welcome for joining our UYL family. This place, as you will see throughout

the whole year, is a very special and magical one. Look at the people aroundyou, they could be your best friends forever or you might even nd someone morethan a friend if you know what I mean xd. Fasten your seat belts, you are going toenjoy the ride~

EXTERNAL SECRETARYCHAN, CHLOE LOK WINGST. PAULS CO-EDUCATIONAL COLLEGE

Life is but a dream, an ever-lasting, ever-changing dream. Since HKUYL walkedinto my dream, life has been enlightened and enlivened.

I am Chloe Chan from St. Pauls Co-educational College, external secretary ofthis year. If I have to use an animal to describe myself, I would say a chameleon.

I can always adapt to new environment and am absolutely willing to do so.Meanwhile, I am also a sporty and hyperactive girl, somehow I can hardly

believe that I dont have ADHD lol Anyway, a big warm welcome to you all (:Get ready to embrace the UYL magic and ignite the sparkle in you!

Let your year ll with happiness drug and good luck!

EXTERNAL SECRETARYYIM, JORDAN YUK HO

LA SALLE COLLEGE

-Do not pray for an easy life. Pray for the strength to endure a difcult one.

Your lives as Campers are destined to be difcult. Yet, do not be afraid ofthe upcoming challenges, nor the uncertainties in the future. Take a good

look at the people around you, for they will accompany you in this year-long journey, and overcome the difficulties together with passion andIRIDESCENCE of youth. During this journey, you will be shaped, transformed

and (we hope) inspired to be tomorrows leaders.

One does not simply walk their journey as Campers. They enjoy it. Not asingle time you could repeat it. It is fabulous. Brace yourselves, as a hardyet fun journey awaits you!

I am Jordan Yim from La Salle College.ARE YOU READY TO STRIDE OVER THE MILES?


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PUBLICITY OFFICERYAU, VIVIAN WAI SHAN

MARYKNOLL CONVENT SCHOOL

Hellooooo this is Vivian Yau from Maryknoll Convent School (SecondarySection). At this moment, you may see familiar faces or you do not know anysingle one here at all. However, the number of people you know here doesnt

matter. Your courage to step out of your comfort zone and get to know otherCampers here is what matters instead. Treasure every moment and seize the

days with them, so that, when you look around and see all these faces again,you will smile and not regret taking the step on this very first day. So donthesitate to stride over the miles :)

TREASURER

NG, ANSON KA HINTWGHS WONG FUT NAM COLLEGE

Believe you can and you are halfway there. Hello this is Anson Ng from TWGHsWong Fut Nam College, a 22nd CCC participant :) . You may feel anxious aboutthe adventure of a vast and boundless prairie - the starting point is randomized,

there is no exact destination. But trust yourself, to venture, to discover, and togain. The real destination is set up by yourself, dont be restricted by naked eyes.

Just believe you can. Open up and get ready to dash through your own path.

PUBLICITY OFFICERCHAU, EMMA NGA WINGDMHC SIU MING CATHOLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL

So many adventures couldn't happen today,So many songs we forgot to play,

So many dreams are swinging out of the blue,We let 'em come true.

Hey Campers :) Welcome Home! I understand that you might feel really lost rightnow, as there are many new faces around you and you dont even know their

name, but I bet you will treasure your memories with these people so so muchafter the journey ahead this year. So try to step out of your comfort zones, andintroduce yourselves to your new friends! Treasure the moments you have in this

family and dont let there be any regrets! And most importantly, I wish you all anoutstanding year!

By the way, Im Emma from the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians Siu MingCatholic Secondary School. (I know what youre thinking, long school name,

right?)

Introduction ofExecutive Committee Members


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PUBLICITY OFFICERYEUNG, JASON CHUN YATCHEUNG CHUK SHAN COLLEGE

Good Morning! This is Jason Yeung from Cheung Chuk Shan College, call meJyeung if you like:).

Can you try to greet all your companions sitting around you ? :)

I was a 21st CCC parti and a 22nd Camper. I can really say that HKUYLis a place where I can find burning passion, infectious enthusiasm and

UNMISTAKABLE RADIANCE OF YOUTH. UYL brings me a lot of crazy, yet selessand outstanding friends which inspire me and shape me into a better person.

And today, the most unforgettable journey of your lifetime begins.

Please always remember, the more you devote into UYL, the more you can

get. Don't leave yourself any regrets in UYL.

ARE YOU READY TO STRIDE OVER THE MILES?#welcometo23 #23campersgayau

PROMOTION MANAGERPOH, CODY PAK HEILA SALLE COLLEGE

This is cody from La Salle College, you can just call me Co.mama said we come across different people for a reason

look around youyou come across these people whom you may not know now for a reason toobut i am not going to tell you what that reason is

because you will have a wonderful year ahead to discover your own denitionyou will encounter ups and downs

you will be skeptical and overjoyedbut after all these adventuresyou will tell everyone this is home

last but not least,welcome to 23welcome home

PROMOTION MANAGERCHOW, ERIC CHEUK MAN

QUEENS COLLEGE

The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.

Welcome to 23!!! I'm Eric Chow from Queen's College, PM this year :) Allof you have started a new journey, a journey to discover the more aboutyourself and the UYL magic. There are faces you don't know, challenges

you never face before, but don't be afraid, just remember to keep yourfaith and passion. The journey may be hard, but by the end of it, I'm surethat all of you will have a valuable experience.

Hope you guys an oustanding year! (and Ga Yau !!!)


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CHAN, ANSON KING YUKLA SALLE COLLEGE

Hello Campers!

I am Anson Chan from La Salle College and as a 22nd camper, I can tell youthat I have experienced a lot of ups and downs in my camper journey last year.

Union is a very special place for me as every time when I have made a mistake,people here just continue giving me another chance to correct my mistake. Foryou, it is just the beginning, treasure every moment you spend in here and get

ready for a life changing journey.

Have an outstanding year :)

CHEUNG, TERRY CHEUK YINWAH YAN COLLEGE, HONG KONG

Hey campers!I am Terry Cheung from WYHK :)

Let me tell you something about my history :)When I was 15,I had my rst love.There was nobody that compared to my baby.

And nobody came between us or could ever come above.That's my home

That's your homeThat's what we call uyl#23 welcome home

CHUNG, BERNICE WAI TAKGERMAN SWISS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

Hellooo! Im Bernice from German Swiss International School. If youre reading

this, you probably have now set foot on a path like no other, but dont worrybecause your companions will be there for you every step of the way. Whilst to

lead is one thing and to nd yourself is another, my greatest wish is not only foryou to be able to attain both of these things in the coming year, but also for youto enjoy every moment. The journey ahead may be long and bumpy, but itll be

worth it. Enjoy your adventure! (:

Promotion Department


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LAU, MELANIE CHUNG YUYING WA GIRLS SCHOOL

Hello Campers! Welcome to your second HOME!This is Melanie from YWGS, a 21st Parti, 22nd Camper and a 23rd Sub-Comm :)Feeling strange when seeing people around you taking selfies and shouting

OUTSTANDING cheer? Dont be afraid, as I am sure that soon you will becomeone of them and together you guys will experience an amazing year! Besides,

remember to stay Outstanding throughout the year :)Are you ready to set forth this journey?(P.S. You probably will meet a lot of crazy people this year, be prepared :p)

NG, AUSTIN NGO TIN

WAH YAN COLLEGE, KOWLOON

Hey Campers! I am Austin Ng Ngo Tin from Wah Yan College, Kowloon, one

of the 22nd Campers and I am very grateful to be part of 23rd. Welcome

to the UYL family. We often hear that the Union is a cult, which UYLers willbe intoxicated after they have joined the family for some time. Are weintoxicated? I am not sure, but one thing clear is that we are all inspired byUYL Magic. Will you be intoxicated? I dont know, but I can ensure that all of

you will become OUTSTANDING!

MA, HILDA HIU KWANBELILIOS PUBLIC SCHOOL

Each of us has a spark of life inside us, and our highest endeavor ought to beto set off that spark in one another.

Im Hilda Ma from Belilios Public School, one of the subcommittee members.Before truly becoming a UYLer, ask yourself a question. What kind of leadersdo you want to be? Being a leader does not mean to be performing well

academically, nor being the one who gives commands to other members.Im neither one of those who perform really well, but what I do is that I cherish

every single and unique moment in the Union. Do treasure yours and have anoutstanding year, to inspire tomorrows leaders today! Enjoy yours!

FUNG, NATALIE YUECHINGST. PAULS CO-EDUCATIONAL COLLEGE

Hi there! I am Natalie Fung from St. Pauls Co-educational College, sub-committee member of the publicity department. Welcome to the UYL and I

hope that this year will be fruitful for you. The union is a place where differentelites with like minds come together to learn and to inspire. This journey may be

tough, but it will denitely be rewarding! So enjoy and make the most out of it!

Publicity Department


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TSAI, MARGARET MAN FONGBELILIOS PUBLIC SCHOOL

Ciao, I am Margaret (aka Lam Fung and Tmag) from Belilios Public School, subcommittee of the Publicity Department. Warm welcome from the UYL family, a

place where you can nd comfort and happiness.

Treasure and grab this opportunity to explore your own denition of leadershipand your own UYL magic. See you all soon!

YAM, HILDA NOK YENST. MARYS CANOSSIAN COLLEGE

-I see your true colours shining through.-

HELLO! This is Hilda Yam from St. Mary's Canossian College.A warmest welcome to every single outstanding you. (:Welcome to the place where has changed me for good and where you will

be changed.

Get ready to rediscover your own true colours, 'cause it all starts here.How your camper path will be depends on YOU. Just feel every moment inyour coming journey by heart and make the most of it. gayau.

Once again- welcome home.

YIP, TIFFANY LONG YIUMARYKNOLL CONVENT SCHOOL

Hello there! Tiffany Yip from Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section)

speaking (or writing :D)

Welcome to the 23rd HKUYL. Do make yourself home! I can't tell you how

magical this place is or how it is going to change your life exactly. It is all foryou to explore and experience. You are about to embark on an once-in-a-

lifetime journey. So be prepared and make every moment count!


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HOBY WLC 14

Where do I begin? Looking back to this past summer, I never imagined myself to miss HOBY WLC14

so much. I will never forget the enthusiasm that everyone had and the positivity that they carried.

This was truly an eye-opening experience and broadened my horizons. I realized how much I could

achieve and no matter where I go, there will always be 425 people who will have my back.

#E5 #Citruslove #myHOBYstory

Valerie Hung

Take me back to july 19th 8:32 pm central time. HOBY has truly been an enlightening experience. A

place fuzed with so much positives vibes. The people, the love, the energy, the vibrance, the jovial

ambience. Thank you the 425 of you and the 10 HK ambassadors for this outstanding week. Melody

can't ask for more(: #G6#bluecrew#hobywlc14

'It well maybe, That we will never meet again in this lifetime. So let me say before we part. So much of

me is made of what I learned from you. You'll be with me like a handprint on my heart.' -- For Good.

Melody Lam

Words can be seen but hard to be felt, but if i have to

explain my inspiration from HOBY in words, this quote

could do me a favor. "as the wheel turns, the values and

feelings on the other rim rise and fall, shining or sinking into

darkness, but true love/passion/will fastened to the axle

and doesn't move." And this is what propels the wheel to

keep moving.

Alice Wong

Everyone has their own WLC story, for me it is a splendid one. Throughout the numerous seminars,

the 500+ people service project, global challenge workshops, they allow me to see things in a wider

angle and with multiple perspectives and most importantly, they connected me with the other 400+

ambassadors. Despite the end of the week-long program, our journey as an outstanding leader has

not ended. Because #It Starts Here.

#PurplePeopleLeaders#D1#HOBY##WLC2014

Johnny Ho

It was such a place that bounded with zeal, where amazing

people from all round the globe can be found. HOBY WLC'14

gave us the most unforgettable summer, throughout the

congress, I've deeply explored myself and it taught me what

a leader requires. It has been such a great journey. Thank you

the other 9 ambassadors (and Nathan) and 425 of you for

making my days count. It starts here.

#WLC14 #B1 #BeTheChange

Kelvin Chan


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It is denitely one of the best weeks of my entire life. How could I forget all the amazing ambassadors,

staff, facilitators and speakers who have had inspired and inuenced me that much. I bet the HOBY

hangover is forever, because I simply cannot stop myself from recalling all the sweet memories of my

sentimental group time (family time) and quality time that I have spent with my roomie every night.

AHHHH, bring me back to Chicago. How I wish I could bring back every bits and pieces happened

there back to Union. (:

#wlc14 #itstartshere #D5 #purplepeopleleaders #10+1 #room1922 #howfunkyisyourchicken

#imafactoryworker #woopdiwoop #wuwasassy #outstanding #hobyhug


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Year Plan

Annual General Meeting & GAP Oday

Global Awareness Project (GAP)

Nov 22

Nov - Jan

Having a high level of global awareness has always been an essential element of a true leader

and in order to fulll our motto, to inspire tomorrows leaders today, Campers are given a chance to

develop their global vision through various lectures, workshops and presentations in GAP.

Campers will initially take up the role of different stakeholders in Hong Kong, who are

divided into different groups, and are responsible for identifying and familiarizing themselves with

the underlying problems of Hong Kong. Afterwards countries that share similar problems will be

assigned to different group and Campers, who will take up the role of Hong Kong ambassadors, are

responsible to investigate and come up with a solution towards the assigned issue. In December,

the World Congress, in which Campers will have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills acquiredover the course of the Project by presenting their proposals concerning their respective global issues,

will be held. Together with the debates and negotiations among different groups, enhanced co-

operations as well as global awareness will be resulted.

GAP will be a valuable opportunity for Campers to hone their public speaking skills as well

as their analytical skills. Thus, through GAP, Campers are highly encouraged to think in multi-

perspectives so as to tackle the assigned problems. They are also required to come up with a full-

fledged proposal within a short duration of time, in the process their problem-solving skills will be

greatly improved.

Christmas Reunion Dec

Youth Leadership Seminar (YLS) Mar - Apr

In the wake of the Global Awareness Project is the Youth Leadership Seminar, another highlight

of the Union. The aims of the YLS include encouraging Campers to think out of the box and improvingtheir communication skill for producing some collaborative work.

Campers will be divided into groups and they will struggle to survive in a chaotic world shaped

by the boundaries of imagination and creativity. Each group will be asked to come up with solutions

that will alleviate the imminent crisis which is a mixture of international, political, environmental and

cultural problems. Through a series of lectures, workshops ad discussions, Campers will be exposed to

different aspects of being a good leader, of which include effective communication, collaboration

and motivation. A four-day-three night camp marks the apex of the Unions activities as Campers will

undergo trainings, simulations and group games, learning and understanding the qualities of being a

leader on their way.

YLS is not merely a place for nurturing future leaders, rather, it is a platform for budding leaders

to exchange ideas and foster lifelong friendships.

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Community Ties (CT) Feb - May

This years Community Ties aim to break away from traditions. Instead of merely participating

in different volunteer works, campers will get to actualise their goals and visions raised during the

Global Awareness Project and the Youth Leadership Seminar by choosing and organising various

volunteer activities, to directly get involve in the local community.

Phase I Community Ties correspond to issues raised in the Global Awareness Project, to providean opportunity for campers to realise the possible solutions suggested during the project.

Phase II Community Ties associate to the Youth Leadership Seminar, to bring the problems

to light and develop social awareness to major groups in society. At the end of the day, apart from

provoking campers to identify local and global problems, likewise, we hope to envision and inspire

compassionate leaders to embark on a journey to find the purpose of constructing a meaningful

change in society.

Camper-cum-Committee Project (CCC) May - Aug

With the knowledge and skills campers have gained in GAP, YLS and CTs, campers are now

to prove their own ability by planning the whole CCC themselves, when the Committee Board only

stands behind them to give guidiance when necessary. Campers will have to plan and execute a

two-month-long activity for participants from member schools and non-member schools. This serves

as a perfect ending for campers to enforce their skills and build up life-long friendships as well as

unforgettable memories as a UYL camper.

Hugh O Brian Youth World Leadership Congress

July 18 - 25

Annual Dinner Cum Closing Ceremony Aug

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As the journey comes to an end, memories are recalled at the Annual Dinner. It is a chance

for Campers and Alumni to reunite. All those who have shared the UYL magic will be home again.

Campers, Alumni and Advisors can gather around and exchange ideas. Through sharing by guest

speakers and videos of the Campers year, Campers can look back and reect on their year in UYL.The Annual Dinner marks the completion of the Campers journey and the end of a year, bringing the

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HKUYL to a perfect close.

The WLC is a unique platform for great potential young leaders from all over the world to have

cultural exchanges as well as build up international friendships. About ten outstanding Campers will

be nominated as the Hong Kong representatives (aka Hong Kong Ambassadors) to participate in the

WLC, which is going to be held in Chicago.


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Member School 2014-2015

Belilios Public School

Cheung Chuk Shan CollegeDiocesan Boys' School

DMHC Siu Ming Catholic Secondary School

German Swiss International School

Good Hope School

Heep Yunn School

Holy Family Canossian College

Kings CollegeLa Salle College

Li Po Chun United World College

Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section)

Marymount Secondary School

Pui Ching Middle School

Queens College

Raimondi CollegeSacred Heart Canossian College

Sha Tin Government Secondary School

St. Francis Canossian College

St. Josephs College

St. Marys Canossian College

St. Pauls Co-educational College

St. Pauls College

Tsuen Wan Government Secondary School

Tsuen Wan Public HCY Memorial College

TWGHs Wong Fut Nam College

Wah Yan College, Hong Kong

Wah Yan College, Kowloon

Ying Wa College

Ying Wa Girls School

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