The 8th "Gerontech and Innovation Expo cum Summit (GIES)" will be held from 21 to 24 November at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, featuring over 220 exhibitors showcasing more than 900 gerontech products and applications from around the globe. The key thematic pavilions focus on "Telepractice x Health New Horizon", "Gerontechnology Testing Ground", "Age-friendly City", "Care Food Gourmet Plaza", and "Inclusive Tech for Kids”. Through diverse scenarios and interactive experiences, participants will enjoy the insights into the latest trends in innovation and technology. For more details, please visit the event’s webpage.    The Council will organize a guided tour for NGO directors during the GIES, aimed at fostering exchange among participating directors, exploring the new perspectives brought about by the integration of social service and technology, and exploring the sustainable development of various initiatives.   Details of the event are as follows:    Date: 22 November 2024 (Friday)  Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 noon  Venue: Hall 1A-C, HKCEC, Wan Chai    Thematic Pavilions:  "Telepractice x Health New Horizon", "Gerontechnology Testing Ground", "Age-friendly City", "Care Food Gourmet Plaza", and "Inclusive Tech for Kids” Language: Cantonese   Quota: 12 ppl (The limited quota will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis)    Target Participants: for Board / Committee ...

The increasingly widespread use of information technology, and the large amount of personal data held by organizations additionally, posing unprecedented challenges to the protection of personal data privacy. Recognizing NGOs' unique governance challenges and the importance of maintaining public trust, the Council has invited the Privacy Commissioner for Personal Data (PCPD) to share insights about preventing and handling data breach incidents. Participants will engage with critical strategies for preventing and handling data breach incidents, equip themselves with the knowledge essential for robust data breach handling. Resources and tools will be provided to enhance NGOs' preparedness and response efforts. Highlights of the Seminar: - How to enhance data security and recommended security measures - Practical tips for handling data breach incident - Lessons from data breach cases Highlights of the Sharing Session: - Discuss and examine data breach cases, to identify any insufficiencies or inadequacies - Devise a strategy to prevent the future recurrence of similar incidents Details of the event are as follows: Date: 17 December 2024 (Tuesday) Time: 1. Seminar (3:00 pm - 4:00 pm) 2. Networking Break (4:00 pm – 4:15 pm) 3. Sharing Session (4:15 pm - 5:00 pm) Venue: Duke of Windsor Social Service Building, 15 Hennessy Road, Wanchai Speaker: Ms. Ayee MAN, Acting Senior ...

The Competition Ordinance applies to NGO’s business as well as economic activities in various aspects, such as operating social enterprises and procurement procedures. To deepen the NGOs governing bodies’ understanding of the Competition Ordinance, and strengthen their ability to comply with the Ordinance, we have invited representatives of the Hong Kong Competition Commission to speak in this webinar. They will outline the key concepts of the Competition Ordinance and its impacts on NGOs with practical competition law case studies, enabling NGOs to take appropriate compliance measures.   Details of the event are as follows:    Date: 12 September 2024 (Thursday)  Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm  Speakers: Hong Kong Competition Commission  Language: Cantonese (with presentation materials in Chinese)    The webinar will be conducted online via Zoom.    Target participants: Board / Committee Members, Agency Heads, and Senior Management of HKCSS Agency Members   Interested parties, please register online by 5 September 2024. Successful registrants will be notified by email on or before 9 September 2024.    For enquiries, please contact the Project team at 2876 2440 ...

The Council and Mayer Brown co-organized the event “Must Know Legal Issues for NGO Management” in April, which received great acclaim. Due to popular demand, we are pleased to announce a rerun of this discussion at the end of September. The event addresses two pivotal topics impacting NGOs: anonymous donations and intellectual property issues, in a clear and accessible manner. Participants will delve into the details of relevant legal areas, empower them to make informed decisions, mitigate associated risks, and safeguard their organization.   Highlights of the Event: - Valuable insights from Mayer Brown's legal professionals - Explore anonymous donations and intellectual property challenges for informed decisions - Discover strategies to mitigate risks and protect your organization - Dynamic sharing sessions add perspective to the insights gained Details of the event are as follows: Date: 25 September 2024 (Wednesday) Time: 1. First Session: Anonymous Donations (2:30 pm - 3:45 pm) 2. Networking Break (3:45 pm - 3:55 pm) 3. Second Session: Intellectual Property (3:55 pm - 5:30 pm)   Venue: Prince’s Building, 10 Chater Road, Central Speakers: - Mr. Alan Linning, Partner of Mayer Brown - Ms. Gabriela Kennedy, Partner of Mayer Brown Language: English (presentation materials in English) Quota: ...

In light of the constantly evolving social landscape, the governing bodies of NGOs require a robust and established mechanism to effectively address sudden and unexpected situations as well as crises in a timely manner. Following the positive reception of our previous event, the Council invites Dr. Li Chan Wing, a media veteran, to revisit the "MNOPQR" crisis management checklist and explore the practical application of the 5Ws1H technique. Additionally, he will conduct a thorough analysis of noteworthy cases, providing valuable insights into the latest trends and strategies in crisis management. Furthermore, Dr. Li will introduce two advanced crisis management approaches, namely CCIC (Command, Control, Intelligence, Communication) and MRRPP (Mitigate, Recover, Respond, Prevent, Prepare). These methods will assist NGOs in responding to a myriad of challenges with increased flexibility and a multi-dimensional perspective. Highlights of the Seminar: - Key principles of crisis management - Analysis of prominent cases and underlying issues in NGO governance - Introduction of advanced crisis management methods Highlights of the Group Discussions: - Effective application of the 5Ws1H technique - Case studies and group discussions - Exchange of experiences in crisis management Details of the event are as follows: Date: 16 October 2024 (Wednesday) Time: 1. Seminar ...