The Book launch of “Social Innovation by CUHK Scholars” (《「學人」搞社創》) was held on 13 Jan 2023 at Tsim Sha Tsui the HUB under The Commercial Press. In the book sharing session, we are pleased to have Prof. TAM Siumi Maria (Associate Director, Centre for Urban History, Culture and Media, Institute of Future Cities), Dr. TONG Shiu Sing (Senior Lecturer, Department of Physics) and Dr CHUI Pui Yi Apple (Research Assistant Professor, School of Life Sciences) to share their research interests and life experience about social innovation. They discussed about how CUHK scholar transform academic theories into practical applications through “knowledge transfer” and create social innovation projects. Although three professors had different research focuses, they found the common ground that experiential learning is the best way to educate and engage the public. They sincerely appreciated ORTKS fully supports researchers on social impace driven projects so that they can advance and develop muti-cultural education, STEM education and coral conservation education. With 25+ participants signed up for the event, a 73% registration rate is achieved by the venue’s capacity. We also offered live streaming on Facebook to target online audience as well. The event video will be released very soon, stay tuned! Full Video : HERE The book arthur Kary Wong talked about interviews reflection with three professors (Photo: ORKTS). Participants were excited to speak to professors and exchanged idea about social innovation. Some participants purchased the book to show support towards CUHK excellent research result.  (Photo: ORKTS). Book signing session. (Photo: ORKTS) Dr. TONG (left) and Dr. Tim LEUNG from Hong Kong New Generation Cultural Association Science Innovation Centre. (Photo: ORKTS) Three professors exchanged signature after the book sharing. (Photo: ORKTS) Dr. Apple CHUI shared her insight about how to enhance public awareness and knowledge of the rich marine biodiversity of Hong Kong, with a special focus on coral communities and conservation through seminars, coral workshops and lab visits.(Photo: ORKTS)   We presented certificate of appreciation and souvenir (handmade leather bookmark with the ORKTS logo and book slogan) for the professors. (Photo: ORKTS) Professors and participants’ group photo. (Photo: ORKTS)     Useful information: About the book: here Event information: here Professor Maria TAM’s project – About Multiculturalism In Action (MIA) : Website | Facebook Dr. Dominic TONG’s social media channel : Facebook Dr. Apple CHUI’s project – About Coral Academy : Website | Facebook

Panel discussion. From left to right: Executive Chairman (Information Technology) of the “Pub3.0” Steering Committee: Mr. Ponch POON, Professor Benny ZEE, Director of The Office of Research and Knowledge Transfer Services (ORKTS),Dr. Elvin LEE Ka-kui, President of HKPF and Chairman of the “Pub3.0” Steering Committee, Ir Dr. Alan LAM Hiu Fung, the Chairman of the Board of Logistics and Supply Chain MultiTech R&D Centre (LSCM), and Dr. Sharon WONG Yin-yue, Chairwoman of HKRRLS and Executive Chairwoman (Administration) of the “Pub3.0” Steering Committee.(Photo: ORKTS) On July 19, the “Publishing 3.0 –HK Smarte-Book Hub”Press Conferenceand Seminar was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) in Wanchai, as part of theHong Kong Book Fair2023. The event was kicked off by a ceremony with esteemed guests of honor, including Mr. Kevin YEUNG Yun-hung, GBS, JP, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism, Mr. Kenneth FOK Kai Kong, the Chairman of theHong Kong Arts Development Council(HKADC), Dr. Elvin LEE Ka-kui, President of Hong Kong Publishing Federation(HKPF) and Chairman of the “Pub3.0” Steering Committee, Mr. Victor TSANG Chiu-hok, Head of Create Hong Kong (CreateHK), and Ir Dr. Alan LAM Hiu Fung, the Chairman of the Board of Logistics and Supply Chain MultiTech R&D Centre (LSCM). Our Director, Prof. Benny Chung-Ying ZEE, was invited to join the panel discussion alongside the other distinguished speakers. The seminar focused on the technology applications, upgrading, transformation, and trend development of the publishing industry. Prof. ZEE shared valuable insights and perspectives on the future of the publishing industry, particularly in the context of the rapid advancements in technology and the increasing demand for digital content and e-books. The speakers discussed how new technology can help foster artistic and cultural development in Hong Kong. The eHub’s potential is to create intercultural opportunities by using artificial intelligence systems (A.I.) and “Text-to-Speech” (TTS) to lower the production and time costs of text translation and conversion while encouraging small and medium-sized publishers to bring creative work and facilitating Hong Kong publishers’ exploration of markets in different regions. Overall, the event highlighted the importance of technology in the publishing industry and how it can be used to drive innovation and growth while creating new opportunities for writers and publishers alike. Media coverage: https://tinyurl.com/3c5ak3t9 (Singtao) https://tinyurl.com/yzw8pz6u (Bastillepost) https://tinyurl.com/3m968kvn (Hkcna) https://tinyurl.com/bdewtv4k (The Commercial Radio) Promotion video on ORKTS’s youtube channel: 【????出版3.0香港智能電子書庫】科技 X 出版專業 Free trial for listening and reading: https://publishing3.hk/Book/detail/id/2015.html The “Pub3.0” one-stop service portal opens for publishers and authors to register, they can use the conversion platform and the portal for free: https://publishing3.hk More about the book 《「學人」搞社創》: https://innoport.cuhk.edu.hk/cubic-zine/     Group photo of honorable guests from HKSAR, HKTDC, HKPF, LSCM, academic and publishing industy.(Photo: ORKTS)   Mr. Kevin YEUNG Yun-hung, GBS, JP, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism said in the speech that, starting from next year, April 23 will be designated as the Hong Kong Reading for All Day to further promote the benefits of reading citywide.(Photo: ORKTS)   Distinguished speakers (from left to right) included Professor Benny ZEE, Director of The Office of Research and Knowledge Transfer Services (ORKTS) at CUHK, Dr. Elvin LEE Ka-kui, President of HKPF and Chairman of the “Pub3.0” Steering Committee, Ir Dr. Alan LAM Hiu Fung, the Chairman of the Board of Logistics and Supply Chain MultiTech R&D Centre (LSCM), and Dr. Sharon WONG Yin-yue, Chairwoman of HKRRLS and Executive Chairwoman (Administration) of the “Pub3.0” Steering Committee.  (Photo: ORKTS) ORKTS published the book 《「學人」搞社創》 (“Scholars Creating Social Innovations”) last year and it was selected to join the project of “Publishing 3.0 – Hong Kong Smart E-Book Hub“. (Photo: ORKTS) (From left to right) ORKTS InnoPort team Alice FONG, Kenny SIU, Director of ORKTS Prof. Benny ZEE and e-Book Hubteam. (Photo: ORKTS)   The book《「學人」搞社創》(“Scholars Creating Social Innovations”)published by ORKTS was introduced to the public and media. Dr. Sharon WONG presented how “TTS” (Text-to-Speech) converts the content into audiobooks in three languages, Putonhua, English and Cantonese. (Photo: ORKTS)   A free trial of the platform will be available at the Hong Kong Book Fair’s booth. You are welcome to visit the booth.(Photo: ORKTS)  To Top

On December 15 2023, the “Artificial Intelligence: The Catalyst for e-reading” sharing session on Learning and Teaching Expo 2023 was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) in Wanchai. The session took place at InnoSTEMer stage and attracted 50 participants. Our Director, Prof. Benny Chung-Ying ZEE, was invited to join the sharing discussion with Dr. Sharon Wong, the Director of the Hong Kong Publishing Federation. The seminar showcased the conversion platform ”Publishing 3.0 – Hong Kong Smart e-Book Hub” which leverages Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to streamline the publishing process for e-books and audiobooks. One of the notable applications of AI in the publishing process is in translation. By utilizing AI, the platform significantly reduces the time and cost associated with translation. This innovative e-book publishing conversion platform enables the translation of Chinese books into English, opening up opportunities for cross-cultural exchange and accessibility. Moreover, its “text-to-speech” conversion technology also transforms e-books into audiobooks in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English. Our book “Scholars Creating Social Innovations”《「學人」搞社創》 was selected to join this project and both e-book versions and audiobooks are currently available in the Epub 3.0 platform. Prof. Benny Zee shared this transformative project with educators and advocated collaboration between schools, teachers, and students. Fostering partnerships could facilitate the creation of school-based e-books and audiobooks, enriching the learning experience for students. Prof. Benny Zee encouraged educators to embrace these new methods of creating learning resources and explore the potential of incorporating e-reading in education. Additionally, the speakers expressed their interest in exploring potential partnerships with the publishing community and education-related organizations. By collaborating with these stakeholders, the application of e-reading in education can be better promoted, fostering a culture of digital literacy and empowering schools to adopt new approaches in developing engaging educational materials. The Learning and Teaching Expo 2023 sharing session provided a platform for knowledge exchange and inspired educators to embrace the creative achievement in publishing and education. More event details: https://lte2023.jemexonline.com/programme/mzaD9QbK/artificial-intelligence-the-catalyst-for-e-reading  

InnoPort recently worked with CUHK School of Journalism and Communication to launch the “Innovate & Elevate with New Gen Creative – Marketing Consultation for Startups@InnoPort” event. Master students in Advertising from CUHK JC actively worked with our InnoPeers team actively meet to provide practical marketing advice to companies. Students will hold a final results presentation on December 4. On the same day, Winnie Lee, the co-founder of the micro-influencer platform, Spread it, was also invited to share the marketing secrets of micro-influencers. You are welcome to participate! Forbes Under 30 Winners Share – From Entrepreneurial Dreams to Micro-Influencer Success:  The Future of KOL Marketing Speaker: Ms Winnie Lee (Co-Founder of Spread-it) – CUHK Alumni (Graduated in Business Administration 2016) – Initiator of Micro-Influencer Platform Spread-it – Starting up with Low-Cost – Exploring the Latest Trends of Asian KOLss – Unveiling the Secret Weapon of Micro-Influencers for Brand Promotion Date: December 4, 2024 (Wednesday) Time: 6:30 – 7:30pm Venue:  UGA Event Hall, InnoPort Medium: English Marketing Practicum Presentation for Startups @InnoPort Participating teams include SmartAge Intelligence, Doko Tech, DaTong, FACCi and PLACY® (Physics Literacy Academy for Children and Youth) Date: December 4, 2024 (Wednesday) Time: 7:30- 9:30pm Venue:  UGA Event Hall, InnoPort Medium: English Register Now: https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13699512 ⭐⭐立即報名🏆🌟 福布斯30位30歲以下精英榜得獎人分享——從創業夢想到微網紅明星：網紅營銷的未來💡💻❤️❤️ 從創業夢想到微網紅明星：網紅營銷的未來 InnoPort 早前與中大新傳合作，推出「CUHK School of Journalism and Communication: Innovate & Elevate with New Gen Creative – Marketing Consultation for Startups@InnoPort」活動，新傳廣告學碩士學生，與我們的InnoPeers初創團隊積極會面，為企業提供實用的行銷見解，學生將會在12月4日進行期末成果發表會。 當日亦邀請到微網紅平台Spread it創辦人、中大校友李穎茵分享微網紅的營銷秘密，歡迎你的參與！ 福布斯Under 30得獎人分享 (6:30-7:30pm) – 低成本開初創 – 揭開微網紅推動品牌的秘密武器 – 探討亞洲KOL最新趨勢 期末成果發表會 (7:30-9:30pm) 參與團隊包括SmartAge Intellience、Doko Tech、DaTong、FACCi 和 PLACY®（兒童青少年身體素養學院） 📅   04 Dec 2024（星期三) 📍   InnoPort UGA Event Hall 立即登記：https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13699512  

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  一起追夢！立即參加社創及起動資金講座 感謝過百名中大同學報名參與「InnoPort x inno330 : 共融咖啡大使計劃」！中大學生事務處（學生經驗及發展組）、和聲書院、CUHK PI Centre、香港社會企業挑戰賽及 創效實現室 將會在11月1日【社創及起動資金講座】上介紹不同起動資金及計劃，助你實踐夢想！活動歡迎計劃參加者、中大同學以及中大初創團隊參與。 「InnoPort x inno330 : 共融咖啡大使計劃 – 社創及起動資金講座」 01 Nov 2024  (5-8pm) 2B, InnoPort CUHK 立即登記: https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13697571 資金單位代表： 中大學生事務處（學生經驗及發展組）- 「2024-25 社會企業起動計劃」Social Enterprise Startup Scheme 2024-25 和聲書院 – DARE Scheme CUHK PI Centre 香港社會企業挑戰賽 HKSEC 創效實現室 內容: – 介紹創業資金支援@InnoPort – 社會企業行銷與生態 – 與復康者工作的技巧   InnoPort x inno330: Caring Barista Program – Social Innovation and Startup Funding Scheme Introduction Talk We thank over a hundred CUHK students for signing up to participate in the ‘InnoPort x inno330: Caring Barista Program’! On this Friday, We are hosting the event ‘Social Innovation and Startup Funding Scheme Introduction Talk’. We invited funding units to introduce various startup funds, assisting CUHKers in realizing their dreams! The event welcomes participants of the program, CUHK students, and CUHK startup teams to join. Event Details Date: 01 Nov 2024 (Friday) Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm Mode: 2B Event Hall, InnoPort Medium: Cantonese Registration: https://lnkd.in/grdSTepR   Speaker: Representative of funding units and Tony WONG (Social Enterprise Business Manager of the New Life Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association) Representatives of Funding Units: -CUHK Student Affairs Office (Student Experience and Development Team) – 2024-25 Social Enterprise Startup Scheme – Lee Woo Sing College – DARE Scheme – CUHK PI Centre (CUHK Venture Acceleration Team) – Hong Kong Social Enterprise Challenge (HKSEC) – Innovation and Impact Lab (MakerBay Foundation) Content: -Introduction to startup funding support @InnoPort -Marketing and ecology of social enterprises -Skills for working with rehabilitators Event Page: https://lnkd.in/gZR49EcK    

【#InP招募】inno330 Caring Barista Program 共融咖啡大使計劃 新生會屬下社企 inno330 於2021開業，為復元人士提供實地培訓及就業機會，和推廣身心靈健康 ; 透過「共融咖啡大使計劃」，推廣共融，讓青少年認識社企、學習咖啡沖調及創業技巧。 報名：https://shorturl.at/eHlkc 截止報名時間: 2024年10月5日 (星期六) 計劃詳情： 舉行日期：2024年10月至12月 費用： 全免 人數 : 名額有限 有意參加者需符合以下條件 : -中大本科生, 流利廣東話 -對咖啡行業 / 身心靈健康 / 社創富有熱誠 -曾參與社福機構義務工作者優先考慮 活動內容： 第一部份: 工作坊及講座 (日期:10月) -精神健康資訊 – 了解整全健康及照顧自己情緒需要的方法 (2小時) -咖啡拉花工作坊 (2小時) -社會創新講座 (2小時) -中大創業資訊 (1小時) 第二部份: 參與 8小時 inno330 義工實習 (日期:10月至11月) 第三部份: 一日店長比賽 (日期:12月) -約 3 至 4人一組 -一日店長比賽 : 每組將自行管理一天 inno330 的所有運作安排，例如：編排人手、食物出品、業績管理及制定宣傳活動等 其他： -活動完成後，出席率達100%的參加者可獲感謝狀 -參加「一日店長」比賽的傑出表現組別將獲發現金獎以示鼓勵及表揚 -報名成功的參加者將會於 10月初 收到正式通知 查詢： 社會企業業務主任區小姐（電郵：maganau@nlpra.org.hk / 電話：2231 7502） inno330 – 沙田香港中文大學博文苑創博館地下低層B室（電郵：inno330@nlpra.org.hk／電話：2395 3818） === Inno330, a social enterprise under the New Life Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association, opened in 2021 to provide on-the-job training and employment opportunities for people in recovery, and to promote physical, mental and spiritual health; through the “Caring Barista Program”, it promotes inclusion and allows young people to understand social enterprises, learn coffee brewing and entrepreneurial skills. Registration: https://shorturl.at/eHlkc Deadline for registration: October 5, 2024 (Saturday) Program details: Date: October to December 2024 Cost: Free Number of people: Limited places Interested participants must meet the following conditions: -CUHK undergraduate, fluent in Cantonese – Passionate about the coffee industry/physical and mental health/social innovation – Volunteer workers who have participated in social welfare organizations will be given priority Activity content: Part 1: Workshops and Lectures (Date: October) -Mental Health Information – Learn about holistic health and ways to take care of your emotional needs (2 hours) -Coffee latte art workshop (2 hours) -Social Innovation Lecture (2 hours) -CUHK Entrepreneurship Information (1 hour) Part 2: Participate in 8 hours of inno330 volunteer internship (Date: October to November) Part 3: One-day Store Manager Competition (Date: December) -A group of about 3 to 4 people -One-day store manager competition: Each group will manage all operational arrangements of inno330 for one day, such as: manpower planning, food production, performance management and development of publicity activities, etc. other: -After the event is completed, participants with an attendance rate of 100% will receive a certificate of appreciation -The outstanding performance group participating in the “One-day Store Manager” competition will receive a cash award as a token of encouragement and recognition. – Participants who have successfully registered will receive formal notification in early October Contact: 📞Miss Au, Social Enterprise Business Director (email: maganau@nlpra.org.hk / Tel: 2231 7502) 📞inno330 – Unit B, Lower Ground Floor, InnoPort, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin (Email: inno330@nlpra.org.hk / Tel: 2395 3818)  

招聘：知識轉移學生大使 (Inno-Ambassador) 你是否對創新和創業充滿熱情？想要在大學期間獲得寶貴的實戰經驗？ 我們中大創博館 (InnoPort) 正在招募知識轉移學生大使 (Inno-Ambassador)，這是一個讓你展示才華、激發創意並與社區連結的絕佳機會！ 關於我們： InnoPort 是一個致力於推廣創新和創業精神的平台。我們的 Inno-Ambassador 計劃旨在培養來自不同學系的中大學生，讓他們參與一連串的社創活動及多媒體製作，獲得個人成長；同時走入社區了解不同社會議題，並與創博館團隊一起發掘創意點子，創造跨世代共學共好的環境。 歷屆參加者心聲分享: https://innoport.cuhk.edu.hk/cubiczine/inno-ambassador/ 職責： 參與中大教授專訪及多媒體製作，包括翻譯、寫稿、外出探訪、講座活動支援、拍片、剪片、錄音、主持等工作。 與教授面對面交流，了解他們的研究和創業故事。 協助策劃和製作各類型的影片和活動花絮。 參與社區採訪，將不同人士的故事寫成文章。 我們提供： 薪酬、資源和培訓，讓你發揮所長。 與不同學科的教授和團隊合作的機會，開拓眼界。 實戰經驗，包括影片製作、活動策劃和主持等。 一個支持性強、充滿創意和鼓勵的工作環境。 完成六個月工作後，我們將提供推薦信。 如果你： 就讀中大全日制(任何學科),學士或碩士生。 關心社會議題，對創新和創業有濃厚興趣。 具備良好的溝通和協作能力。 樂於學習新技能，勇於接受挑戰。 有相關經驗者優先，但無經驗者亦歡迎申請。 申請方式：有興趣加入的你，請填寫以下表格，提交網上報名。 加入我們，成為 Inno-Ambassador，一起激活創意！ 報名：https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13695241 如有查詢，歡迎電郵至innoport@cuhk.edu.hk。   Recruitment: Inno-Ambassador Are you passionate about innovation and entrepreneurship? Do you want to gain valuable hands-on experience during your university years? Our InnoPort at CUHK is recruiting Knowledge Transfer Student Ambassadors (Inno-Ambassadors). This is a fantastic opportunity for you to showcase your talents, spark creativity, and connect with the community! About Us: InnoPort is a platform dedicated to promoting innovation and entrepreneurship. Our Inno-Ambassador program aims to cultivate CUHK students from various disciplines, allowing them to achieve personal growth by participatinge in a series of social innovation activities and multimedia productions. You’ll engage with the community to understand different social issues and work with the InnoPort team to discover creative ideas, creating an environment of intergenerational learning and collaboration. Students Sharing:  https://innoport.cuhk.edu.hk/cubiczine/inno-ambassador/ Responsibilities: Participate in interviews with CUHK professors and multimedia production, including translation, writing, field visits, event support, filming, editing, recording, and hosting. Engage in face-to-face interactions with professors to learn about their research and entrepreneurial stories. Assist in planning and producing various types of videos and event highlights. Conduct community interviews and write articles about different people’s stories. We Offer: Compensation, resources, and training to help you excel. Opportunities to collaborate with professors and teams from different disciplines, broadening your horizons. Hands-on experience, including video production, event planning, and hosting. A supportive, creative, and encouraging work environment. A recommendation letter upon completing six months of work. If You: Are a full-time CUHK student (any discipline), either undergraduate or postgraduate. Care about social issues and have a strong interest in innovation and entrepreneurship. Possess good communication and collaboration skills. Are eager to learn new skills and willing to take on challenges. Experience is preferred but not required. How to Apply: If you’re interested in joining us, please fill out the form below and submit your online application. Join us and become an Inno-Ambassador to ignite creativity together! Sign Up Here：https://cloud.itsc.cuhk.edu.hk/webform/view.php?id=13695241 For inquiries, please email innoport@cuhk.edu.hk.  

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