Top 10: Who would you choose to be an ambassador for your school?
From Elon Musk to Malala Yousafzai, Hong Kong students share their top picks for figures who can inspire young people.
One student says that Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai, a Pakistani education activist, would be a great ambassador for their school. Photo: AFPThis week’s question: “What was a small act of kindness that recently helped you in a meaningful way?” To take part, drop us a line via this form by 12pm on Wednesday, March 5.
Bryan Lau Tsz-long, 16, Buddhist Tai Hung College: Singer Chau Yan-ting is the best candidate because he stands out from other singers. He is much friendlier than many other artists, and he has a wealth of life experience to share. I would love to learn from his experiences and have him as my life mentor.
Elva Cheung Hoi-ying, 15, PLK Tang Yuk Tien College: Rock climber Lai Chi-wai had a traffic accident in 2011 that left him paraplegic. While many people might feel devastated by such a life-changing event, Lai chose to rise above all obstacles he encountered and continued his journey in rock climbing. His resilience and perseverance serve as an inspiring example for students, illustrating the importance of maintaining a positive mindset regardless of whether one encounters sorrow or joy.
Scarlett Liang Karui, 16, Ma On Shan Tsung Tsin Secondary School: Ceci Lee Sze-wing is a talented and professional cycling athlete as well as an alumna of my school. She recently won the 2025 Asian Road Championship. I believe she can inspire students to take an interest in sports and promote the importance of leading an active lifestyle. She serves as our role model and a source of pride. Many of us are motivated by her story and feel that she is the ideal candidate to represent our school.
Elton Chiu Sung-pak, 13, King Ling College: Elon Musk could teach us how to earn money. He could also guide us in managing finances and using funds to purchase more advanced equipment for our school. Additionally, he could help us enhance our study facilities so we could learn more effectively.
Jonathan Seng Kwan-long, 12, Hong Kong Tang King Po College: Michelle Obama is a powerful advocate for education and personal growth, inspiring students everywhere. She exemplifies strong leadership and emphasises the importance of community involvement. Michelle’s values align with ours, motivating students to embrace civic responsibility and compassion while they pursue their dreams and achieve academic success.
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Law Man-ching, 16, Leung Shek Chee College: Markus Shaw is the founder of Clean Air Network and is dedicated to making Hong Kong an environmentally friendly city. I would like to invite him to share his expertise and help us enhance our environmental knowledge. By using him as an example, we can work towards creating a more eco-friendly and comfortable campus life.
Chung Yuen-ting, 14, Pui Kiu College: Li Ka-shing is a kind person with the intelligence needed to be an effective ambassador. He wasn’t born into wealth; instead, he worked hard to achieve his current success. His inspiring story makes him an ideal candidate to represent my school.
Charissa Tsui, 14, St Paul’s Convent School: JK Rowling, the author of the Harry Potter series, has a remarkable journey that went from struggle to success and can inspire resilience in others. Her stories promote imagination and empathy among students. Rowling’s well-known books encourage students to embrace their own voices and can uplift any depressed fans in the school.
Charis Chan, 15, Malvern College Hong Kong: Malala Yousafzai is a girl who fought for girls’ education in Pakistan. She has demonstrated remarkable confidence, resilience and dedication, which have changed the fate of many girls in her country. In a society that often demands conformity, it can be challenging to speak up for our true opinions or what is right, and to stay focused on our goals. Therefore, Malala would be the perfect ambassador, as she can inspire us to be resilient in our academic and extracurricular responsibilities. She encourages us to strive to do our best and to speak the truth rather than simply saying what others want to hear.
Song Zhenfeng, 13, Fung Kai No 1 Secondary School: Jay Chou should perform, as his musical talent and knowledge can teach us a lot. Sometimes, holding a small concert can relieve stress and significantly enhance our school’s reputation.