13 Charisse LO (GCS) Charisse ( rst on the left) has been actively involved in voluntary activities since COVID, and she is honored to receive the Roy To Community Service Award and the Award of the Social Good Builder for the 2024-2025 academic year. She rmly believes in the power of community engagement and peer advocacy to drive positive change, bringing people together to create a better world. This year, Charisse participated in a service-learning trip to Vietnam, where she taught STEM and soft skills to underprivileged youth and conducted home visits, aiming to extend her impact beyond Hong Kong. Additionally, she is volunteering with Open Up, providing text-based emotional support to young people through counseling services to help them navigate life's challenges and negative emotions. Winky LEE (GCS) The 2024/25 academic year marked the third year of Winky’s inspiring journey with AIESEC, the world’s largest youth-run organization dedicated to developing leadership through overseas exchanges. During her rst two years, Winky ( rst on the right, front row) engaged with AIESEC at HKUST as part of the campus community. In 2024/25, she took on a leadership role by establishing a new AIESEC branch at The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSU), representing AIESEC Hong Kong while collaborating remotely with peers in Mainland China. These experiences have been truly unique and valuable for Winky. The expansion at HSU required extensive communication with campus stakeholders and students, testing and deepening Winky’s passion for and understanding of AIESEC’s mission as she introduced it to a new audience. Meanwhile, working with peers from Mainland China provided her with a rewarding and enriching experience. The differences in working styles and communication served as valuable lessons, and she forged lasting friendships with like-minded friends. As Winky concludes her AIESEC journey, her experience stands as a powerful testament to the growth, connections, and leadership skills cultivated through youth empowerment opportunities. This extraordinary chapter has truly enriched her university life. YOUTH EMPOWERMENT EXPERIENCES
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