The hongkong prize is an independent merit-based award that acknowledges scientific research with societal benefits. Its selection process is conducted by an expert panel free from sponsorship and personal interests. Past winners include journalists who expose human rights abuses, activists fighting for democracy in their countries, and community service workers empowering marginalized communities. The HK Prize is open to researchers worldwide. The winning research will be rewarded with a cash prize and book vouchers. It will also be given the opportunity to present their work at an awards ceremony.
HK Prize is one of the region’s premier writing competitions, drawing participants from across Asia. It aims to promote the quality of local writing and encourages young authors to pursue their dreams. The competition’s monetary prizes and book vouchers help to establish a writer’s reputation, while the chance to showcase their talent at an awards ceremony will increase their chances of finding a writing job.
To help raise awareness about the importance of COVID-19 vaccination and to encourage employees to take up the vaccine, Crown Worldwide (HK) Limited has introduced an internal lucky draw that is open to all vaccinated employees. Employees who are vaccinated can participate in the weekly lucky draw to win the grand prize of HK$2,888 each. The lucky draw will run until the end of August. The company will also set an internal target of 80% vaccination rate for all employees by August 31, and those who achieve the target will be eligible to enter a final lucky draw to win HK$10,000 each.
The Hong Kong Phil has won the International Music Council’s 2018 Hong Kong Music Prize’ in the Category for Orchestras, making it the fourth time in the history of this award that the HK Philharmonic has received this prestigious honour. The HK Phil extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Hong Kong SAR Government, Principal Patron and Founder Member Swire Group, and music-lovers in Hong Kong and around the world for their generous support.
The Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Prize aims to reward outstanding scientists and research teams in the fields of Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, Life and Health, New Materials and New Energy, and Advanced Manufacturing, as well as those from Hong Kong-based institutions set up by higher education institutions and located in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area. It was established with a donation from the family of the late Dr. John D. Young and is sponsored by Bank of Hong Kong. It is a non-governmental merit-based award that is not linked to academic ranking. The judging committee is made up of experts from different disciplines. Winners will be awarded a cash prize and an engraved gold medal. In addition, they will be given the opportunity to present their research results to key stakeholders in the development sector. The application deadline is on 10 May. Click here to find out more.