Initiated and organized by Hang Lung Properties (Hong Kong Stock Exchange: 0101) and co-organized by the Hong Kong Youth Association Leadership Academy, the Hang Lung "She Pilots" program has held the project launch ceremony and the first event - "She Forum" on October 17. ".
A group of female university students, mentors of "She Pilots", elite female leaders from all walks of life, as well as representatives of Hang Lung's management and tenant partners attended the launch ceremony to support the plan with action.
Photography: Zheng Zifeng
(From left) Mr. Ho Wing-cheong, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups, Ms. Ho Pei Shan, Commissioner of Hong Kong Customs and Excise Department, Mr. Weber Lo, Chief Executive Officer of Hang Lung Properties, and Dr. Wang Liming, Senior Advisor of the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups, jointly unveiled the Hang Lung “She Pilots” program launch ceremony.
Hang Lung's "She Pilots" program aims to cultivate female college students who are about to enter the workplace, providing them with mentorship, leadership training and internship opportunities, etc., to enhance their personal potential and strengths, and to achieve the diverse development of women.
The first phase of the project was jointly launched in Hong Kong and Shanghai. A total of 200 female college students from all over the country participated, and 40 elite women from various industries served as "She Pilots" mentors.
Students with outstanding performance can also get internship opportunities provided by Hang Lung or "She Pilot" tutors.
(From 2nd left) Ms. Fung Wan-mei, Independent Non-Executive Director of Hang Lung Properties, Ms. Liao Wai-fen, Founder and Chairman of The Academïcs Group | Director of Longchuan Fund, and Ms. Lam Lang-hang, Founding Partner of Zhixue Capital Co., Ltd. Nearly 100 female college students shared their valuable experience in the workplace.
The first phase of this meaningful nationwide program received enthusiastic response during the open recruitment in Hong Kong in September this year. Among the many applicants, 100 female college students who pursued self-development and growth and were enthusiastic about community service were selected as shortlists. Among them, more than 100 students were selected. Forty percent of female college students are third- and fourth-year students who are about to join the society.
Students will have unforgettable experiences with their elite mentors, including leadership training courses, mentoring, community project practice, etc., to equip themselves to become future leaders in Hong Kong.
Group photo of female college students, mentors of "She Leads Navigation", elite female leaders from all walks of life, and representatives of Hang Lung's management and tenant partners.
He Peishan, the head of customs, said: "There should be no distinction between men and women."
At the launching ceremony of Hang Lung's "She Pilots" program, Ms. Ho Pei Shan, Hong Kong's first female Customs Commissioner, was invited to officiate the launch ceremony for the event.
She encouraged the female college students present: "I have been engaged in customs for more than 30 years. In the early years, there were very few female law enforcement officers, but today it is different. Taking customs as an example, women account for about 22% of the customs; middle-level management customs officers , from 9% when I first joined the job, it has increased significantly to 40% now. Generally speaking, women have to work harder, constantly prove their strength, and do their duty well before they can be promoted. Men and women should be distinguished.”
Ms. Ho Pei Shan, the first female Customs Commissioner in Hong Kong, presided over the launching ceremony for the event.
"Professional earnestness and integrity are gender-neutral. The key is not the gender of the personnel, but whether they have empathy, the courage to accept challenges and the courage to take responsibility. Women no longer need to show masculinity, and they can be Gain recognition in the workplace. The "She Leads" program hosted by Hang Lung Properties is very meaningful. I believe that the mentors will also gain something from the program and inject new elements into their personal development, so as to inherit the courage and perseverance of women's unremitting self-improvement and lifelong learning. I am full of expectations for this project, and I wish all the mentors and friends participating in the project can create a better future.” Customs Commissioner Ho Pei Shan continued.
Ms. Pan Shunya, Deputy Director (Group Human Resources and Administration Director) of Hang Lung Properties, said that after the trainees completed the "She Pilots" program, they will have the opportunity to be recruited by the Group.
Students will be employed by Hang Lung after graduation
Hang Lung's "She Leads the Way" program aims to bring together professionals from all walks of life to promote the development of women and build a quality living environment that is diverse and inclusive.
The 100 Hong Kong female university students participating in this program will have an unforgettable exchange experience with their elite mentors, equipping themselves to become the future leaders of Hong Kong.
Ms. Pan Shunya, Deputy Director (Group Human Resources and Administration Director) of Hang Lung Properties, said, "We have always been committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture, and women's development is an important part of this. Through the program, the potential of female students is inspired. Some Hang Lung tenants will also play the role of "her leading role". ” Mentors, through practice, guide their leadership skills, communication skills, resilience, and exchanges between Hong Kong and Shanghai, so that they can apply what they have learned when they join the society. In addition to internships, students with excellent performance will have the opportunity to be employed in Hang Lung Properties."
Selected students must have leadership potential and the heart to give back to the community
The first phase of the project was jointly launched in Hong Kong and Shanghai. 200 female college students from across the country participated, and 40 elite women from various industries served as "She Pilots" mentors.
Ms. Huang Haoyi, Director of the Leadership Academy of the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups: "The program itself is attractive. In addition to exchanges between Hong Kong and Shanghai, the one-year program allows college students to develop a commitment. Among the about 160 applicants, The final 100 female college students are carefully selected, and they need to have a certain leadership potential and the mentality of giving back to the society to be admitted and contribute to a sustainable world.”
(From left) Liu Qiqing, a female student of the Chinese Department of Hong Kong Baptist University, who participated in the Hang Lung "She Leads the Way" program, and Ms. Huang Haoyi, Director of the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups Leadership Academy.
As for the female college students who were fortunate enough to participate in this Hang Lung "She Pilots", they are also looking forward to this project.
Liu Qiqing, a second-year student in the Chinese Department of Baptist University, said: "Being able to participate in this project and develop your affinity with 100 female college students, although the project may take up some of your time, is also a time management ability that leaders need to have. I am confident that I will benefit a lot from the training of mentors and the sharing of elite female leaders in Hong Kong and the Mainland, which will help me cope with the changes in my career and improve my skills in the future.”
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