Hong Kong's inconvenient truth

Despite Hong Kong's wealth, nearly 15 per cent of residents lack the ability to meet their most basic needs. Recent studies have shown those most at risk are elderly who live alone, with 37% unable to afford the basics, and children, with more than one-fourth living below the poverty line.

Serve-a-thon supports those at greatest risk

Animals
Children and youth
Elderly

Environment
Ethnic minorities
Migrant workers

People with disabilities
Refugees
Women

Supporting the Global Goals

The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. These 17 goals build on the successes of the Millennium Development Goals, while including new areas such as climate change, economic inequality, innovation, sustainable consumption, peace and justice.

​The volunteer opportunities within Serve-a-thon Hong Kong work to meet these global goals while serving the local community.

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