The Equal Opportunity Festival 2026 invites the HKU community to come together in celebrating our shared commitment to equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion. This year's theme, "Beyond Barriers, Beyond Labels" reflects the University's ongoing efforts to foster a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free campus where everyone thrives. Through a wide range of interactive events and activities, students and staff are encouraged to explore key topics including anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, web accessibility, menstrual equality, cultural diversity, disability inclusion and mental wellness. Don't miss this chance to be part of positive change!
| Date | Events |
| 7 Oct | Wednesday 12:00pm – 1:00pm |
Understanding and Preventing Sexual Harassment on Campus By Mr. Francis Cho, Training Officer, Equal Opportunities Commission |
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15 Oct | Thursday 12:00pm – 1:00pm |
By Mr. Clifford Lo, Senior Training Officer, Equal Opportunities Commission |
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21 Oct | Wednesday 11:00am – 12:30pm |
Zoom for SEN Support: A Demonstration Workshop of Zoom Assistive Technology and AI Features By Ms. Jennifer Sin, Customer Success Manager, Zoom Video Communications |
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28 Oct | Wednesday 10:30am – 12:00pm |
Unpacking the Pad: Material Literacy, Body Autonomy, and Period Equity By Dr. Peier Chen, Founder and Director, WeUs Social Enterprise |
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3 Nov | Tuesday 1:00pm – 2:00pm |
Building Affirming Educational Environments for Gender and Sexually Diverse Students By Prof. Chan Chun-ho, Randolph, Associate Professor, Department of Social Work, The Chinese University of Hong Kong |
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4 Nov | Wednesday 5:30pm – 7:30pm |
Intersecting Identities: Mental Health, Suicide Prevention, and Equality By Prof. Paul S. F. Yip, Director, HKJC Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention, Prof. Paul W. C. Wong, Associate Professor, Department of Social Work and Social Administration and Ms. Charlotte Ho, Social Worker, Aberdeen Kai-Fong Welfare Association; High School Counsellor, ESF West Island School (Coordinated by Chloe Young, Equal Opportunity Student Ambassador) |
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6 Nov | Friday 2:00pm – 4:30pm |
A Day with Guide Dogs: Learning, Caring and Connecting By Hong Kong Guide Dogs Academy |
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10 Nov | Tuesday 11:00am – 11:45am |
By Hong Kong Internet Registration Corporation Limited (HKIRC) |
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11 - 23 Nov
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Equal Opportunity Art Exhibition – Beyond Barriers, Beyond Labels Collaborated with Fu Hong Society |
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20 Nov | Friday 2:30pm – 4:30pm |
Discover Wan Chai with Ethnic Minority: Cultural Community Tour to Sikh Temple and More By WEDO Global |
| 27 Nov | Friday |
Equal Opportunity AI-generated Graphic Design Competition Submission Deadline: 27 Nov 2026 |