It was our honour to organize a remarkable Central community tour for a group of early childhood educators from the C-for-Chinese@JC project, representing around 30 kindergartens across Hong Kong, along with colleagues from the Centre for Child and Family Science of The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK). The heritage walk was designed to enhance their understanding of our vibrant and ethnically diverse community.
Tai Kwun is a historical complex recognized as a living record of Hong Kong's legal, judiciary, and penal system. Our Cultural Ambassadors guided participants to explore another side of Tai Kwun, where many ethnically diverse members in the city started their journeys and stories in Hong Kong. Participants gained a deeper understanding not only of their stories and cultures but also their contributions to Hong Kong society.
"Previously, my understanding of ethnic minorities was too one-sided, but now I have a more comprehensive understanding of them."
Moreover, participants had the unique opportunity to visit the Jamia Mosque, a declared monument and the oldest mosque in Hong Kong. They learned about greetings and customs, which will help them build closer connections with Muslim students in their schools. They also raised questions about the daily practices of Muslim, demonstrating their commitment to understanding and supporting the diverse needs of their students.
“When visiting the mosque, Cultural Ambassadors explained the religion in detail, including the culture, habits etc, allowing me to have a deeper understanding of the religion."
This Central community tour was not just an exploration of historical sites but a meaningful journey into understanding the diverse cultures that shape our society. The insights gained and connections made during this tour will empower educators to foster inclusion and better support the next generation of leaders in our diverse community.
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