Hong Kong to honour young leaders’ contributions to city during pandemic at annual Student of the Year Awards
- Students will get a chance to tell their stories while reflecting on this year’s theme, ‘Take action to drive positive change’
- Awards do not only bring status and prestige but also give winners skill set they need to continue to succeed, says South China Morning Post CEO
As Hong Kong gets back on its feet after the Covid-19 pandemic, the 2023 Student of the Year (SOTY) Awards are an opportunity to recognise young leaders for helping the community through the tough times, the organisers have said.
Entering their 42nd year, the prestigious awards continue their legacy to scout for the next generation of young leaders in the hope of helping them to further their cause and goals in life.
The annual awards have chosen the theme “Take action to drive positive change” to recognise and support young leaders who make a difference.
“SOTY is not just an award which accords laurels conferring status and prestige but a wholesome programme initiative that equips young leaders with skill sets that allow them to further succeed,” said Catherine So, CEO of the South China Morning Post.
Organised by Young Post and the Post and sponsored by the Hong Kong Jockey Club, the awards hope to give students a chance to tell their stories while reflecting on this year’s theme. Nominations for the awards opened in April and have been extended to May 28.
On top of alumni sharing sessions and award ceremonies, where students connect and interact with fellow student leaders, this year, SOTY has taken engagement a step further and introduced a series of fireside chats.
