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2024
"Be My Buddy Buddy" Roving Exhibition is an interactive exhibition seeks to foster a broader conversation on menstrual issues and advocate for gender equality. It aims to engage the audience in an interactive exploration of menstruation-related knowledge.
The exhibition contains five themes, namely "Global," "Public Space," "Workplace," "Family," and "Self," aim to provide not only physiological knowledge on menstruation but also shed light on global phenomena such as menstrual poverty and gender inequality.
Join our guided tour and movie screening & sharing workshop to discover more on the topic. (Students and staff of all genders are welcomed!)
International Women’s Day (IWD) is a time to celebrate women’s achievements in the past. It is also a time to think about the opportunities (and lack thereof) they have today, and strive towards creating a more inclusive world for them in the future.
This display highlights women’s achievements and work across the ages in many areas: science, technology, the arts, music, and literature, as well as in politics and labor.
Celebrate IWD by taking something to read, to listen to, or to watch!
Common Gynaecological Problems – Symptoms and Treatment
To celebrate International Women's Day, we are proud to announce that HKUST Business School will invite two distinguished female experts from Deloitte in the cybersecurity field as our keynote speakers. Join us for this enlightening seminar on cybersecurity where we delve into the fascinating world of digital defense and debunk prevalent myths. This event will feature seasoned professionals who will share their personal journeys in the field, providing valuable insights into how to embark on a successful career in cybersecurity. This seminar aimed to equip you with essential tips, dispel misconceptions, and empower you to navigate the dynamic landscape of digital security with confidence. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate women in cybersecurity, gain invaluable knowledge, and network with industry experts.
Ever wondered what makes a city smart? Picture automation of ventilations, decentralized property services, and auto dangerous virus detections. This is the reality of a smart city, where IoT, new platforms, data, and AI transform urban life. These innovations enhance convenience, promote sustainability, and drive economic growth. By using real-time data, smart cities create seamless, efficient, and sustainable environments. Curious? Explore the world of smart cities and discover the future of urban living!
Social media channels managed by various Schools, departments and offices are also joining the HKUST IWD promotion. Stay tuned to the social media channels.
Mark your calendars for March 8th! From 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM outside the Sci Home, we're rolling out the red carpet for a day dedicated to the spirit of female entrepreneurship.
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Let's Inspire Inclusion for International Women's Day 2024 and Beyond!
2023
IWD is a time to celebrate women’s achievement in the past. It’s also a time to think about the opportunities (and lack thereof) they have today, and contributions that women will make in the future. This display highlights women’s achievement and work across the ages in many areas: science, technology, the arts, music, and literature, as well as in politics and labor. Celebrate IWD by taking something to read, to listen or to watch!
HKUST Business School is pleased to present this talk to raise awareness about gender biases in financial advice. You will discover more about the factors that may influence the quality of financial advice.
Business success is often defined as maximizing shareholder value or creating profits. But the purpose of a business could be something else. And how can one strike a balance between making profits and making a positive impact to the community?
Social media channels managed by various Schools, departments and offices are also joining the HKUST IWD promotion. Stay tuned to the social media channels.
Common gynaecological conditions and contraception (Supplement with Cantonese explanation as necessary)
The annual International Women’s Day (IWD) is just one of the many chances for us to embrace equity. For IWD 2023, our School of Engineering (SENG) is offering the gift of wellness to fuel women with calmness, clarity and peaceful energy. Calling all ladies in the SENG Community, come join a special lunchtime wellness session designed just for you!
2022
HKUST Business School is pleased to be the Academic Partner of the International Women’s Day event by AmCham HK, featuring Telstra, Transunion, and Visa. This is an interactive session on how these three pillars of technology are bridging the talent gap in tech and making a more diverse and inclusive workplace.
International Women's Day (IWD) is a time to look at women's accomplishments and struggles in the past. It's also a time to think about the opportunities (and lack thereof) they have today, & contributions that women will make in the future. This display highlights women's work and achievements across the ages in many areas: science, technology, the arts, music, and literature, as well as in politics and labor. Celebrate IWD by taking something to read, to listen to, or to watch!
Picture the last job ad you saw. We bet you read the letters “D&I” or the words “Gender Equity” somewhere in there. Do you care? Well, you should. There are many women workplace issues affecting this 50% of our humanity which have been overlooked for decades. Seemingly these issues only impact women but actually they have dire consequences for all of us. Together we can change this. Let us tell you why and how.
On the International Women’s Day, Asia’s Green Queen and global food systems expert Sonalie Figueiras will introduce the audience to the world of alternative proteins, why we need them, Asia’s role in the future of food and how we can sell consumers the alt protein dream.
On March 8, the International Women’s Day, we are presenting an hour of empowerment, with presentation by accomplished scholars and sharing by business leaders on diversity and gender equity in society and in the workplace. In partnership with our student-led organization LEAP, the webinar is part of the University’s 30th Anniversary programs to promote diversity and inclusion in the hope of inspiring and preparing young women to face invisible barriers in the workplace.
2021
This display highlights women's work and achievements across the ages in many areas: science, technology, the arts, music, and literature, as well as in politics and labor.
Having creativity is certainly important in an idea competition. However, it takes more than that to win a competition. Wondering how you can make your ideas stick and influence people for actions? Talk to Eunice Wong, former Chief Growth Officer, Greater China of Ketchum, who will share her experience as a competition judge of an international advertising Award and other PR Awards.
Solve a real life problem of gender inclusiveness and diversity at HKUST! Form teams of 3-4, choose your own problem or from a suggested problem area below, and come up with innovative solutions that can be implemented here. Under the new normal, leverage technology to create innovative and feasible solutions! Mentors from diverse faculty will support your understanding and ideation. Winning teams will have exciting opportunities to implement their solutions and fast track summer internship interview opportunities! Apply now by 8 March 2021!
HKUST Souvenir Shop offers up to 38% off for selected items during International Women's Day Flash Sale period.
Exclusive for HKUST members.
2020
This display highlights women's work and achievements in science, technology, the arts, music, and literature, as well as in politics and labor.
Watching genders at work on finance matters, right at IWD 2020 – “Do Women Get Worse Financial Advice?``. A team of HKUST Business School researchers have put their great minds together and share their findings on this topic.
HKUST Souvenir Shop offers up to 30% off for selected items during International Women's Day Promotion period.
2019
This display highlights women's work and achievements in science, technology, the arts, music, and literature, as well as in politics and labor.
Vivian將會介紹她的畫本「香港失物認領處」，並分享她的經濟系和MBA背景如何幫助她去實現成為成功藝術家的故事，以及商科與創作的關係。她覺得創作如創業一樣，有很多共同的哲學和精神。Vivian希望藉著她的經驗分享可以讓更多同學放膽去探索本科以外的行業。
This concert, performed by an all-female cast, is one of the 14-concerts series featuring chamber music by Mozart, Haydn, Beethoven and Schubert.
In celebration of this year’s International Women’s Day, we are holding a “WISE IWD Dinner” at China Garden. During the dinner, you will have the chance to talk more about the IWD forum held on the same day, “Opportunities and Challenges for Women Pursuing an International Career”. In order to make your discussion at the dinner more fruitful, we expect you to attend the forum (4:30pm to 5:30pm) before you come to the dinner.
``The Magic of Female Leadership`` workshop is designed to assist female leaders in achieving career goals through practical tips and suggestions.
The topic of the forum is “Opportunities and Challenges for Women in Innovation, Academia and Entrepreneurship”.
The topic of the forum is “Opportunities and Challenges for Women Pursuing an International Career”
All female faculty and teaching staff are welcomed.
Contact: Ms Gloria Leung (2358 5764)
On March 5, 2019, HKUST Business School will be presenting the SBM Alumni Lunch-time Sharing: “When Art Meets Business”, featuring our talented alumnae artists who have been working with passion and dedication in combing their background in business and expertise in art. Bridging the gap between the world of business and art through their projects, they will share about their unique journey and takeaway as entrepreneurs.
Co-operating with grassroots women in the Sham Shui Po community, volunteers will deliver Chinese soup to the elders living alone in the area.
HKUST Souvenir Shop offers up to 38% off for selected items during International Women's Day Promotion period.
Bookplates: the cultural similarities and differences between East and West as reflected from the overlooked art
2018
Support women by posting a photo wearing purple in Instagram. hashtag with #hkust #itsME #IWDatHKUST .
Organized by Asia’s top engineering schools, this workshop aims to bring together young female professionals in engineering disciplines, including scholars, researchers and engineers interested in exploring and advancing careers in academia, for scientific and career-oriented discussions relevant to the development of women academic leaders in Asia.
Celebrate International Women’s Day throughout the month of March by taking something to read, to listen to, or to watch.
Welcome all HKUST students and alumni to join our sharing.
This DJI Spark workshop is tailored for F3 – F5 female students to learn the flying techniques and principles of drones.
Most of us are born with a specific gender, but our minds might not always fit into cookie-cutter gender norms! Find out what percentage male or female you are by answering 6 simple questions!
In celebration of the International Women’s Day (IWD), HKUST Staff Association (SA) is honored to present a luncheon talk by Dr Sabrina Lin, Vice-President for Institutional Advancement of HKUST, to share her journey, through thick and thin, to be a highly accomplished corporate executive and an adventurous mother of four children.
A story of a team of female African-American mathematicians who served a vital role in NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program.
50-year-old Tai-hung appears to share a contented life with his wife Anne. But his humdrum life is turned upside down when he receives a phone call from Bond, who tells him that he is married to Tai-hung’s old classmate Ching, who has recently passed away. The news triggers Tai-hung’s memories and awakens his deep feelings for Ching long buried in his heart.
Co-operating with grassroots women in the Sham Shui Po community, volunteers will deliver Chinese soup to the elders living alone in the area.
HKUST Souvenir Shop offers up to 38% off for selected items during International Women's Day Promotion period.
Women in MBA Network is inaugurating women in leadership event to champion International Women’s Day.
In honor of International Women’s Day, The Women’s Foundation and HKUST are asking for your support to assist promising young women with their studies in non-traditional STEM fields—leading to the jobs of the future.
The topic of the forum is “Challenges vs Chances for Women in Innovation”. The forum is open to our faculty, students, staff and secondary schools.
Why are there so few women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics)? Does it matter? If so, what can be done about it? This talk is about personal observations from the speaker’s career, advice she would give to her younger self, and suggestions for creating group cultures that encourage critical thinking, lifelong learning, and leverage diversity of thought and skills.
An interactive workshop combined with group coaching.