Introduction

Hong Kong is a multi-cultural society, with different ethnic minorities, including Indonesians, Filipinos, British, Indians, Pakistanis, Nepalis, Japanese and Thais, taking Hong Kong as their home and some taking roots in Hong Kong for generations. All ethnic groups have unique characteristics and cultures. Mutual respect, knowing each other and understanding of relevant issues are important for cultural exchange and ethnic integration. This page has been set-up to enhance a multi-cultural and inclusive campus. 

Culture and Lifestyle Understanding Training

EdUHK is committed to providing comprehensive values-based training that reaches every member of our university community. We regularly conduct workshops that promote our core institutional values of diversity, respect, and cultural sensitivity, as documented in our Equal Opportunities Policy. These workshops, including the "Workshop on Respect Diversity and Racial/Cultural Sensitivity" and "Workshop on Racial Harmony and Cultural Sensitivity," are delivered in partnership with the Equal Opportunities Commission and are supported by accessible learning materials for ongoing reference. These trainings and relevant materials are available to all students and staff at the university. Recent examples included:

• Introduction to Anti-Discrimination Laws in Workplace and Educational Settings (11 December 2025)
• Respect Starts with Me: Ending Discrimination and Harassment Together Exhibition (19–30 January 2026)
• Online e-Certificate Courses on Preventing Sexual Harassment and Inclusive Campus Practices
• Diversity & Inclusion Student Ambassador Scheme Training, equipping students to serve as campus inclusion leader

These initiatives reinforce EdUHK’s commitment to maintaining a fair, respectful and culturally inclusive environment for students and staff.

Staff Training Programme 

To strengthen cultural sensitivity, equity awareness, and inclusive practices across the University, EdUHK continued to provide a series of staff‑focused training programmes throughout the year. These workshops, delivered in partnership with the Equal Opportunities Commission and professional DEI practitioners, equip academic and administrative staff with the skills needed to support a respectful and culturally diverse campus.

Student Programme

Organised by the Student Affairs Office, Diversity Festival 2025 (18 February – 7 March 2025) celebrated inclusivity under the theme “Better than You Think – You CAN When You BELIEVE.” The festival featured:

• Booth Day with SEN experience games, guide dog interaction, sign-language taster sessions, hand-drip coffee workshop, and eco-bag souvenirs.
• Professional Image Workshop & Personal Branding Workshop to empower students in self-confidence and career readiness.
• “Uni-Minds” Theatre in Education Performance, based on real student stories to promote understanding of SEN experiences.

The Festival provided meaningful opportunities for staff and students to deepen their appreciation of diversity and foster a respectful and inclusive campus.   More details are available at https://www.eduhk.hk/en/events/diversity-festival-2025.

On 19 July to 16 August 2025, EdUHK launched its inaugural four‑week Summer Short-term Programme to promote cultural integration between local and non-local students. The programme brought together 105 non-local students from 24 overseas partner institutions spanning Mainland China, Macao, Taiwan, Korea, the Netherlands, Norway, Russia, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom and more, enriching the campus with diverse global perspectives. Participants completed two credit-bearing courses on Artificial Intelligence in Education and Hong Kong Culture, alongside excursions, museum visits, and cultural workshops including traditional Chinese paper kite making and minibus sign design. These experiences strengthened cross-cultural communication and fostered a globally aware campus community. More details are available at https://www.eduhk.hk/en/press-releases/embracing-cultural-diversity-on-campus-eduhk-summer-short-term-programme-2025.

The Global Affairs Office of The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) hosted the Cultural Showcase 2024 on 17 October 2024 to foster campus internationalisation and cultural integration. Students from over a dozen countries and regions, including mainland China, Finland, Germany, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Nepal, Spain, Switzerland, Tajikistan, the Netherlands, as well as local students, came together to celebrate and share their unique cultural heritages at EdUHK’s Central Plaza. More details are available at https://www.eduhk.hk/en/press-releases/eduhk-hosts-cultural-showcase-2024-promoting-campus-internationalisation-and-cultural-integration.

As part of the ‘Arts for All’ project, a Thangka workshop was held for 30 students on 14 March 2023. This workshop provided students with a new perspective on appreciating different cultures. The ‘Arts for All’ is a project designed to promote cultural diversity and inclusion. Students who participated in the project have gained valuable skills, such as leadership, activity design and project management. They have applied these skills to community-engaged art projects in seven primary schools, benefitting 413 schoolchildren in 2022/23. 

The Student Affairs Office launched the ICAC Ambassador Programme in collaboration with the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) to encourage tertiary students in the promotion of integrity. More details are available at: https://www.eduhk.hk/sao/en/info/campus_life/icac_ambassador.

Our training approach is truly inclusive, ensuring that all stakeholders—from administrative staff to faculty members and students—receive appropriate guidance on creating a welcoming, diverse campus environment. This commitment is further reinforced by our robust Equal Opportunities Policy and dedicated Equal Opportunities and Disability Access Officers who provide ongoing support and guidance. 

Impact metrics such as participation rate and feedback surveys of all training programme and workshops would be systematically recorded and evaluated for continuous enhancement.

By embedding these values across all levels of our organisation, we create a campus culture where diversity is celebrated, inclusion is prioritised, and respect is practised daily.