Centre for Social and Political Development Studies

New Book Launch: 愚公不愚――利氏家族與香港世紀變遷
（《愚公不愚――利氏家族與香港世紀變遷》新書分享會）

31 August 2024   |   Urban Sky, 9/F, Hysan Place, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

A history of Mr Lee Hysan’s family, which represents nothing less than half the history of Hong Kong. A hundred years since acquiring East Point Hill, the Lee family’s unwavering determination has transformed “the hill with two houses” into the prosperous Lee Gardens area today. Based on meticulous research through the family’s historical archives, over 30 interviews, and three years of work, this book eloquently recounts the little-known yet captivating story of the Lee family.

To help readers better understand the content of the book, the authors, Dr Victor Zheng and Dr Kok Chung Ong, shared their research process, data collection, and the development of this compelling narrative and explored the legendary story of the Lee family in this book forum.■

Details: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/fvkgvXKF8P1YDmPp/

National Identities 25th Anniversary Conference: Beyond Nationalism and Populism: National Identities Studies in the 21st Century

12–14 September 2024   |   University of Westminster, United Kingdom

Between 12–14 September, the University of Westminster hosted a conference entitled “Beyond Nationalism and Populism: National Identities Studies in the 21st Century” to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the founding of the journal National Identities. Dr Victor Zheng and Dr Kewin Wong were invited to give a presentation on “Identity And Populist Attitudes: Differences in the Relationship between Populist Attitudes and Civic and Ethnic Identity in Hong Kong”.

The event saw academics, researchers, and thought leaders from across the globe come together to explore how national identities studies have evolved since the journal was founded in 1999 and to investigate how they should adapt to 21st century challenges ranging from the climate crisis to the rise of populism. The three-day conference saw over 80 speakers from across the world come and discuss the influence of nationalism on identity, culture, and politics. There were a variety of panels throughout the conference that explored topics such as gender, refugees, and migration; and media and global populism.

The journal National Identities was founded in 1999 by Prof. Pippa Catterall and focuses on exploring the correlation between identity, people, state, and nation; and examines the complexities linked with national identities across space and time.■

Centre for Youth Studies

[Members-Only Free Webinar] AI Disruption and the Future of Work

12:30–13:30   |   29 August 2024   |   Hong Kong Securities and Investment Institute

Prof. Wilson Wong, Associate Director of the Centre for Youth Studies, was invited to speak to financial services practitioners, HR professionals, and students in this exclusive webinar. Prof. Wong examined the multifaceted impacts of AI on the future of work, as well as its effects on digital transformation and education. By illustrating how automation and AI-driven technologies are redefining job roles, his analysis further highlighted the skills, knowledge, and capacities needed for the AI era.

Discussion questions included:

• What is AI disruption, job displacement, and digital transformation?
• What are the implications of AI disruption on the future of work?
• What new capacities and skills are essential in the AI era?
• How should education and corporate training be transformed under AI disruption?
• How should organizations manage the opportunities and risks associated with AI job disruption and digital transformation?■

中國高等教育學會影視傳媒專業委員會第26屆年會
(China [Shenzhen] International TV Drama & TV Program Fair)

21–22 September 2024   |   Shenzhen University Alumni Plaza, China

亞太研究所所長馮應謙教授在《數字視聽媒體的新研究方向和方法》演講中介紹， 例如追劇文化、算法推薦和個性化、原創內容創作以及隱私監控等議題，都應成為人工智能時代數字視聽媒體研究所關注的新現象、新問題。 同時，馮教授從互動內容、個性化的人工智能驅動體驗等方面闡述了串流媒體電視的潛在創新，為與會者提供了思考的新方向。■

JC PROcruit C Experience Sharing: Gen Z Career Exploration & Development

15:00–17:30   |   24 October 2024   |   Kino & Kino Lounge, Eaton HK

JC PROcruit C, our one-year traineeship programme created and funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust to support graduates’ school-to-workplace transition and prepare them for future work readiness, is organizing this event to share and exchange ideas on career explorations and development for Gen Z. Event highlights include:

• a newly launched online Resource Hub, consolidating tools, stories, experiences, and insights from JC PROcruit C;
• a proven VASK toolkit and a CV360 framework to empower career service practitioners in supporting the learning and career development journey of students;
• sharing sessions by JC PROcruit C Gen Z graduates and institutional representatives; and
• cross-institutional networking and discussion opportunities.

All youth service practitioners interested in supporting Gen Z secondary/tertiary students in their career exploration and development are welcome.■

Chinese Law Programme

Visit to eBRAM International Online Dispute Resolution Centren

13 August 2024   |    eBRAM International Online Dispute Resolution Centre, Central, Hong Kong

To mark the progress made in joining hands with the various alternative dispute resolution institutions arbitration commissions in the Greater Bay Area (GBA) region to collaboratively develop and integrate legal services, the eBRAM International Online Dispute Resolution Centre launched a GBA Online Collaborative Platform in July 2024.

HKIAPS Director Prof. Anthony Y. H. Fung, Chinese Law Programme Director Prof. Chao Xi and Centre for Youth Studies Honorary Research Associate Dr Joseph W. F. Leung were invited to meet with the Chairman Dr Thomas So, JP and his management team of the eBRAM Centre to explore potential collaborations to serve the community in Hong Kong, GBA and abroad.■