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Ethnic minorities in Hong Kong

Ethnic minorities in Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s non-Chinese ethnic minorities form a vibrant and colourful community comprising both new immigrants and those who have lived in the city for generations.
The Labour Department holds the Building a Multicultural Workplace Job Fair at MacPherson Stadium in Mong Kok on July 24. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong society

Letters | Inclusiveness in Hong Kong should go beyond token gestures

Readers discuss a multicultural future for the city, anti-foreigner rhetoric in Japan, and whether China is ‘dumping’ electric vehicles onto Europe.

Hong Kong society

Being Chinese | An ‘elegant’ English name would be all wrong for my Hong Kong baby

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Can Hong Kong ethnic minority groups climb up the social ladder?

Hong Kong society

Letters | Ethnic minorities in Hong Kong: how community centres can foster integration

Readers discuss efforts to create a more inclusive city, a recent suspected murder-suicide case, and a heartwarming experience on a minibus.

People visit Hong Kong’s first-ever outdoor halal food festival, co-organised by the M.E.L.T. Ethnic Minority Resources Centre and the Hong Kong Incorporated Trustees of the Islamic Community, in Tsim Sha Tsui on April 19. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong society

Editorial | Success stories from Hong Kong’s ethnic minority groups an encouraging sign

The government, businesses and NGOs should keep up the momentum of their efforts to support the community.

Hong Kong society

No Cantonese, no career? Can Hong Kong do more to help ethnic minority groups?

Discrimination, a lack of Cantonese and integration into society are issues not yet resolved, say NGOs and experts.

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Video | Why Hong Kong’s ethnic minorities continue to struggle climbing the socioeconomic ladder

‘The Concrete Ceiling’
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Video | Are Hong Kong’s ethnic minority communities at a turning point?

Education in Hong Kong

Are Hong Kong’s ethnic minority groups finally breaking free from poverty?

Gaps remain and more needs to be done, but there are encouraging signs of change and role models of success.

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Education in Hong Kong

Beyond language barriers: ethnic minority students shine in Hong Kong DSE tests

Perseverance in navigating linguistic challenges pays off for Smriti Kedia and Halima Sadia Yaqub in achieving impressive results.

Smriti Kedia is planning to study medicine. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong society

Letters | Hong Kong police force needs more officers from ethnic minority groups

Readers discuss ethnic minority representation in the civil service, and fines for traffic offences.

The passing-out parade of probationary inspectors and recruit police constables, at the Hong Kong Police College in Wong Chuk Hang on April 27, 2024. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s first Sikh policeman in decades says family legacy inspired him

Palvinderjit Singh’s great-grandfather and grandfather were part of British military stationed in city, and his father works with Correctional Services Department.

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Hong Kong society

Letters | More work is needed to ensure an inclusive Hong Kong

Readers discuss how to tackle ethnic barriers in Hong Kong, the city’s international status, and the danger of AI revolt.

Hong Kong sports

Hong Kong enterprise’s drive to help ethnic minority groups through sport

Inherited Sports helps ethnic minority groups become qualified coaches and expand their career prospects.

Inherited Sports swimming coaches Tasawur Ahmad (left) and Gurung Himesh, at their gym in Lai Chi Kok. Photo: Jonathan Wong
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Profile | ‘Why is her Cantonese so good?’ Indian Hongkonger on social media fame

Pranali Gupta, known as New Dellily online, bridges Hong Kong and Indian cultures through her engaging vlogs and clips on social media.

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Hong Kong resident Pranali Gupta on her YouTube channel NewDellily. Photo: Youtube / NewDellily
Hong Kong society

Letters | Tackle discrimination against Pakistanis in Hong Kong at the roots

Readers discuss systemic inequality in the city, culturally responsive home-school partnerships, and Hong Kong football.

Hong Kong society

Letters | Hong Kong’s religious harmony is best maintained through trust

Readers discuss the city’s inclusivity efforts, public education on mental health, and a gap in the Covid-19 booster programme.

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Hong Kong society

Letters | Don’t judge Islam by the acts of a few

Readers discuss a more holistic understanding of Islam, global perceptions of Hong Kong, and healthcare reforms.

People read the Koran over their relative’s grave at a Covid-19 cemetery on the second day of Eid ul-Fitr in Jakarta on April 1. Photo: EPA-EFE
Hong Kong society

Opinion | Hong Kong’s ethnic diversity needs to be better reflected in film and TV

It’s time to break the negative stereotypes of South Asian gangsters and Southeast Asian domestic helpers and showcase Hong Kong’s diversity.

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Hong Kong tourism

Letters | Hong Kong welcomes Muslims, but let’s safeguard against extremism

Readers discuss the preciousness of the city’s unique social fabric, reuse plans for a hotel’s building materials, and Hongkong Post’s response to US policy.

Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong’s Muslims welcome Halal Food Festival as latest step towards inclusivity

City is also more than halfway towards goal of establishing 500 halal-friendly restaurants by end of year.

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Traditional Indonesian dance is performed at Hong Kong’s first outdoor Halal Food Festival in Tsim Sha Tsui on Saturday. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong Unison founder endorses decision to disband citing ‘exploitation’ fears

Fermi Wong says she prefers ethnic minority rights advocacy group dissolves, rather than be used by opportunists for ‘ulterior motives’.

Fermi Wong has said she would rather the group “break as jade than remain intact as tile” than be exploited. Photo: SCMP
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong Unison disbands after 24 years of advocating for ethnic minority groups

Executive director sacked on Friday calls move ‘irresponsible’ and shock to donors and staff.

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Chinese culture

Language Matters | Why minority languages matter for learning and culture

Most people grow up hearing two or more languages spoken around them, yet many abandon their mother tongues for languages used more widely.

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Architecture and design

How a run-down flat in Hong Kong’s Chungking Mansions became a Diversity Hub

Offering a comfortable space for the marginalised, repurposed flat the Diversity Hub has everything from hot food to language lessons.

Diversity Hub, a multifunctional space in Chungking Mansions in Hong Kong run by Christian Charity, includes glass panels that can be used to create distinct rooms such as a kitchen and exhibition area. Photo: Jocelyn Tam
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Letters | Improve healthcare for Hong Kong’s ethnic minority groups

Readers discuss multiethnic-centric healthcare, the promise of RedNote’s surge in popularity, and a desert project.

Customers sit and stand around a halal eatery in Bowrington Road Market, Wan Chai, on October 19. Photo: Antony Dickson
Hong Kong society

Growing number of Hong Kong’s ethnic minority residents visit Shenzhen, beyond

Multiple-entry permit and easy checkpoint clearance draw more to the mainland to shop, eat and explore.

Hong Kong society

Letters | Let Christmas in Hong Kong be a season for inclusivity

Readers discuss how to make ethnic minorities feel more included, the fiscal impact of fare rises, a new tool for solving the MH370 mystery, and the lack of arts venues.

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