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Co-organised by the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals (TWGHs) and the Urban Renewal Authority (URA), the "Youth Leadership Programme" (this programme) aims to provide students with a deeper understanding of urban renewal, building rehabilitation, heritage conservation, revitalisation, and redevelopment through a diverse range of activities. These include guided tours of old districts, Geographic Information System (GIS) training workshops, sharing sessions, and inter-school competitions. The programme also nurtures students' creativity, teamwork, problem-solving, communication, project management, and other essential leadership skills to prepare them for future roles.

This year's edition focuses on the URA's Sham Shui Po District Study, encouraging participants to explore the district's unique characteristics, apply geospatial data for analysis, and propose innovative urban renewal schemes that integrate redevelopment, rehabilitation, preservation, and revitalisation strategies. These proposals aim to preserve the area's cultural and community identity while improving residents' quality of life and achieving a harmonious blend of old and new.

The guided tour of the Sham Shui Po study area served as a key hands-on component, allowing students to step out of the classroom, observe real-world urban environments, examine new and old buildings, understand local redevelopment plans, and gather insights into historical, social, and planning aspects of the district. This experiential learning helped participants develop informed, creative proposals for the programme's competitions and presentations.

A big congratulations to all participating students from TWGHs schools for their engagement and contributions! This programme not only deepens young people's awareness of sustainable urban development in Hong Kong but also empowers them to think critically and collaboratively about shaping vibrant, inclusive communities.

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