"Community Shaper 2025" Innovation & Technology Program
“Community Shaper to Foster Youth’s Dispositions in Innovation and Technology Development 2025” program, funded by the Innovation and Technology Fund General Support Programme from the Innovation and Technology Commission, is designed to cultivate young talents and foster a spirit of scientific and technological innovation among students. It will offer a comprehensive yet flexible schedule that includes a Mobilization Seminar, Hackathons, and Technology Forums.
Program Highlights:
- Hackathon:
Date: | 6-7 September 2025 |
Venue: | Conference Hall 4-7, Hong Kong Science Park |
Overview: | Dive into hands-on workshops and dynamic panel discussions on Artificial Intelligence, product prototyping, and development in four key themes – Fintech, Edutech, Climate Tech, and Healthcare Tech. Teams will then have the opportunity to create and pitch their unique project ideas around these themes, receiving expert presentation coaching and conducive feedback all along. (Please note another hackathon mainly targeting secondary school students will be held 9-10 August) |
- Mobilization Seminar:
Date: | 15-16 August 2025 |
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Details: | The event will consist of engaging ice-breaking events designed to bring participants together and build high-performance hack teams. Participants will then connect with industry leaders and peers to explore the latest developments in Hong Kong’s I&T sector. |
- Technology Forums:
Date: | September 2025 – January 2026 |
Venue: | Various University Campuses in Hong Kong |
Details: | Following the Mobilization Seminar, we are excited to present a series of specialized Technology Forums designed to spotlight the latest advancements and transformative trends in EduTech, FinTech, ClimateTech/ESG, and HealthTech. Each forum will feature insightful presentations and panel discussions that delve into pressing issues, breakthrough innovations, and future directions within each sector. Participants will have the unique chance to connect with leading figures and innovators from the tech industry, fostering meaningful collaborations and expanding professional networks. |
Why join us?
- Hands-On Experience: Engage in provincial competitions and innovative project opportunities.
- Certification and Recognition: Receive a program certificate to enhance their CV and potential recommendation letters from industry leaders.
- Networking: Connect with industry experts, entrepreneurs, university professors, and outstanding peers.
Eligibility
- Hong Kong undergraduate and postgraduate students from any discipline
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Actively participate in all programme activities
