Content

Words from Chairperson

Introduction of
Executive Committee Members

Introduction of
Sub-Committee Members

HOBY WLC 14

Year Plan

Member Schools 14-15

3-6

7-9

10-11

12-13

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Words from Chairperson

Throughout the 22 years,with the incessant devotion of UYLers ,our union has fostered countless
passionate young leaders who are striving hard for a refinement in various aspects. So what is
your definition of a leader? To us, the 23rd committee board, anyone who is capable to cast
an impact on the others is a leader. The union has long been emboldening campers to aspire
their associate, to seep the UYL magic into their own communities and to explore the boundless
unknown.
Adolescent is the impulse to ameliorate the conservative society that we had once used to
live in. Following the diversification of society are the dilemma and emerging uncertainties.
Some might choose to accept the restful present-day while some are apprehensive about
the wobbly future. Would you accept to be spanned by the consuetude and custom brought
by the ancestors? Would you have the prowess to covert vision into reality and influence your
peers? Teenagers like you and me take up the role to arouse the publics awareness to realize
our dreams. Action speaks louder than words, we have to enrich ourselves with knowledge and
broaden our horizons through experiences. There are assorted approaches for us to influence the
world, different people pave their own paths. Union is the place for us to dig deep into ourselves,
exploring our potentials and making an impact on each other.
Stride over the miles
With the zeal for a refinement in our society, we should foster an acumen mind and carefully tile
our action plan. As the leaders of tomorrow, it is vital for us to pave our ways with enthusiasm,
determination and perseverance. We cannot keep compiling our dreams with words, but
with actions in the communities. Unpredictable trials are inevitable as we open up these
unascertained courses. To conquer these trials, a complete dis-regard for where our abilities end
is the key to success. Breakthroughs are made by courageous predecessors to put their ingenious
ideas into practice. Achieve the unachievable is doubtless the machete for us to discover the
concealed.
To set off this life-and-world-changing trail, we could pave our avenues towards our goal with
creativity and persistence. This road is not only for ourselves, but a pathway for others to follow,
an exemplification for people to imitate, a platform for inspiring more innovations to enrich
our society. By constructing more and more trails, it will then become a network that stimulate
advancements and be further transformed into a chain reaction- individuals influenced by
influence.
Mile is not only a unit of measurement of how long our ways are, but a record of our endeavor
and endurance. Evaluating the past while foreseeing the future is an imperative quality a leader
should posses. We cannot keep reminiscing the compliments and achievement we had in the
past, but driving ourselves to review the paths we have been through. Cultivating a vision to
view things through different perspectives so as to covet new ideas is the only way to keep us
advance. Leaders become outstanding by a desire to be outstanding.
UYLers, its time to seek for your flairs, its time to stride over the miles.
Ng, Kelvin Keng Sang
Chairperson
23rd Hong Kong Union for Young Leaders, 2014 - 2015

Introduction of
Executive Committee Members
CHAIRPERSON
NG, KELVIN KENG SANG
KINGS COLLEGE
Don't be satisfied with stories, how things have gone with others. Unfold your own
myth.
This is Kelvin Ng from Kings College :) This is my third journey in UYL. What makes UYL
outstanding is the amazing and super-enthusiastic people who devote themselves
fully into the union, and thats EACH OF YOU. You might not adapt to this place
currently, but i am sure with wholehearted participation and fervor, you will be able
to jump out of your comfort zone and to write your own unique, once-in-a-lifetime
and life-changing myth :)

VICE-CHAIRPERSON
CHAN, KELVIN HIU NAM
QUEENS COLLEGE
Its been a while! Im Kelvin Chan from Queens College. You may not be familiar
with me but when you are reading this line, you have already been part of this
family, and my brothers or sisters. Union has always been a spellbound place
where true friends are encountered and miracles are found :) Campers, enjoy your
outstanding journey ahead and strive for perfection with your diligence. Alumni, its
good to have you all back.
Just know, wherever you go, you can always come home.
Welcome home guys :)

VICE-CHAIRPERSON
CHAN, ZARA LOK HEI
HEEP YUNN SCHOOL
Hi there the outstanding you:D
When you are staring at this line, pondering who I am, look around you. Do these
faces look familiar? No matter what your answer is, remember these faces by
heart as they will be companions who walk with you throughout your camper
journey and most importantly, your life. Now shift your sight to your left and right
wrists. Have you put on a watch on either of them? If your answer is yes, take it
off as theres no need for you to count the time you are going to spend here. Just
one last thing: Do you know the reason why you are now holding this booklet?
If your answer is still yes, bear it in your mind as it will become your motivation to
walk till the end of the path.
I am Zara Chan from Heep Yunn School.
Welcome home(:

INTERNAL SECRETARY
LAI, STEVEN CHEUK YIN
ST. PAULS COLLEGE
Its been a while! Im Steven Lai from St. Pauls College, your Internal Secretary
this year. No matter you were a CCC participant or not, I want to give you my
warmest welcome for joining our UYL family. This place, as you will see throughout
the whole year, is a very special and magical one. Look at the people around
you, they could be your best friends forever or you might even find someone more
than a friend if you know what I mean xd. Fasten your seat belts, you are going to
enjoy the ride~

EXTERNAL SECRETARY
CHAN, CHLOE LOK WING
ST. PAULS CO-EDUCATIONAL COLLEGE
Life is but a dream, an ever-lasting, ever-changing dream. Since HKUYL walked
into my dream, life has been enlightened and enlivened.
I am Chloe Chan from St. Pauls Co-educational College, external secretary of
this year. If I have to use an animal to describe myself, I would say a chameleon.
I can always adapt to new environment and am absolutely willing to do so.
Meanwhile, I am also a sporty and hyperactive girl, somehow I can hardly
believe that I dont have ADHD lol Anyway, a big warm welcome to you all (:
Get ready to embrace the UYL magic and ignite the sparkle in you!
Let your year fill with happiness drug and good luck!

EXTERNAL SECRETARY
YIM, JORDAN YUK HO
LA SALLE COLLEGE
-Do not pray for an easy life. Pray for the strength to endure a difficult one.
Your lives as Campers are destined to be difficult. Yet, do not be afraid of
the upcoming challenges, nor the uncertainties in the future. Take a good
look at the people around you, for they will accompany you in this yearlong journey, and overcome the difficulties together with passion and
IRIDESCENCE of youth. During this journey, you will be shaped, transformed
and (we hope) inspired to be tomorrows leaders.
One does not simply walk their journey as Campers. They enjoy it. Not a
single time you could repeat it. It is fabulous. Brace yourselves, as a hard
yet fun journey awaits you!
I am Jordan Yim from La Salle College.
ARE YOU READY TO STRIDE OVER THE MILES?

Introduction of
Executive Committee Members
TREASURER
NG, ANSON KA HIN
TWGHS WONG FUT NAM COLLEGE
Believe you can and you are halfway there. Hello this is Anson Ng from TWGHs
Wong Fut Nam College, a 22nd CCC participant :) . You may feel anxious about
the adventure of a vast and boundless prairie - the starting point is randomized,
there is no exact destination. But trust yourself, to venture, to discover, and to
gain. The real destination is set up by yourself, dont be restricted by naked eyes.
Just believe you can. Open up and get ready to dash through your own path.

PUBLICITY OFFICER
CHAU, EMMA NGA WING
DMHC SIU MING CATHOLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL
So many adventures couldn't happen today,
So many songs we forgot to play,
So many dreams are swinging out of the blue,
We let 'em come true.
Hey Campers :) Welcome Home! I understand that you might feel really lost right
now, as there are many new faces around you and you dont even know their
name, but I bet you will treasure your memories with these people so so much
after the journey ahead this year. So try to step out of your comfort zones, and
introduce yourselves to your new friends! Treasure the moments you have in this
family and dont let there be any regrets! And most importantly, I wish you all an
outstanding year!
By the way, Im Emma from the Daughters of Mary Help of Christians Siu Ming
Catholic Secondary School. (I know what youre thinking, long school name,
right?)

PUBLICITY OFFICER
YAU, VIVIAN WAI SHAN
MARYKNOLL CONVENT SCHOOL
Hellooooo this is Vivian Yau from Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary
Section). At this moment, you may see familiar faces or you do not know any
single one here at all. However, the number of people you know here doesnt
matter. Your courage to step out of your comfort zone and get to know other
Campers here is what matters instead. Treasure every moment and seize the
days with them, so that, when you look around and see all these faces again,
you will smile and not regret taking the step on this very first day. So dont
hesitate to stride over the miles :)

PUBLICITY OFFICER
YEUNG, JASON CHUN YAT
CHEUNG CHUK SHAN COLLEGE
Good Morning! This is Jason Yeung from Cheung Chuk Shan College, call me
Jyeung if you like:).
Can you try to greet all your companions sitting around you ? :)
I was a 21st CCC parti and a 22nd Camper. I can really say that HKUYL
is a place where I can find burning passion, infectious enthusiasm and
UNMISTAKABLE RADIANCE OF YOUTH. UYL brings me a lot of crazy, yet selfless
and outstanding friends which inspire me and shape me into a better person.
And today, the most unforgettable journey of your lifetime begins.
Please always remember, the more you devote into UYL, the more you can
get. Don't leave yourself any regrets in UYL.
ARE YOU READY TO STRIDE OVER THE MILES?
#welcometo23 #23campersgayau

PROMOTION MANAGER
CHOW, ERIC CHEUK MAN
QUEENS COLLEGE
The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.
Welcome to 23!!! I'm Eric Chow from Queen's College, PM this year :) All
of you have started a new journey, a journey to discover the more about
yourself and the UYL magic. There are faces you don't know, challenges
you never face before, but don't be afraid, just remember to keep your
faith and passion. The journey may be hard, but by the end of it, I'm sure
that all of you will have a valuable experience.
Hope you guys an oustanding year! (and Ga Yau !!!)

PROMOTION MANAGER
POH, CODY PAK HEI
LA SALLE COLLEGE
This is cody from La Salle College, you can just call me Co.
mama said we come across different people for a reason
look around you
you come across these people whom you may not know now for a reason too
but i am not going to tell you what that reason is
because you will have a wonderful year ahead to discover your own definition
you will encounter ups and downs
you will be skeptical and overjoyed
but after all these adventures
you will tell everyone this is home
last but not least,
welcome to 23
welcome home

Introduction of
Sub-Committee Members
Promotion Department
CHAN, ANSON KING YUK
LA SALLE COLLEGE
Hello Campers!
I am Anson Chan from La Salle College and as a 22nd camper, I can tell you
that I have experienced a lot of ups and downs in my camper journey last year.
Union is a very special place for me as every time when I have made a mistake,
people here just continue giving me another chance to correct my mistake. For
you, it is just the beginning, treasure every moment you spend in here and get
ready for a life changing journey.
Have an outstanding year :)

CHEUNG, TERRY CHEUK YIN

WAH YAN COLLEGE, HONG KONG
Hey campers!
I am Terry Cheung from WYHK :)
Let me tell you something about my history :)
When I was 15,
I had my first love.
There was nobody that compared to my baby.
And nobody came between us or could ever come above.
That's my home
That's your home
That's what we call uyl
#23 welcome home

CHUNG, BERNICE WAI TAK

GERMAN SWISS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Hellooo! Im Bernice from German Swiss International School. If youre reading
this, you probably have now set foot on a path like no other, but dont worry
because your companions will be there for you every step of the way. Whilst to
lead is one thing and to find yourself is another, my greatest wish is not only for
you to be able to attain both of these things in the coming year, but also for you
to enjoy every moment. The journey ahead may be long and bumpy, but itll be
worth it. Enjoy your adventure! (:

LAU, MELANIE CHUNG YU

YING WA GIRLS SCHOOL
Hello Campers! Welcome to your second HOME!
This is Melanie from YWGS, a 21st Parti, 22nd Camper and a 23rd Sub-Comm :)
Feeling strange when seeing people around you taking selfies and shouting
OUTSTANDING cheer? Dont be afraid, as I am sure that soon you will become
one of them and together you guys will experience an amazing year! Besides,
remember to stay Outstanding throughout the year :)
Are you ready to set forth this journey?
(P.S. You probably will meet a lot of crazy people this year, be prepared :p)

NG, AUSTIN NGO TIN

WAH YAN COLLEGE, KOWLOON
Hey Campers! I am Austin Ng Ngo Tin from Wah Yan College, Kowloon, one
of the 22nd Campers and I am very grateful to be part of 23rd. Welcome
to the UYL family. We often hear that the Union is a cult, which UYLers will
be intoxicated after they have joined the family for some time. Are we
intoxicated? I am not sure, but one thing clear is that we are all inspired by
UYL Magic. Will you be intoxicated? I dont know, but I can ensure that all of
you will become OUTSTANDING!

Publicity Department
FUNG, NATALIE YUECHING
ST. PAULS CO-EDUCATIONAL COLLEGE
Hi there! I am Natalie Fung from St. Pauls Co-educational College, subcommittee member of the publicity department. Welcome to the UYL and I
hope that this year will be fruitful for you. The union is a place where different
elites with like minds come together to learn and to inspire. This journey may be
tough, but it will definitely be rewarding! So enjoy and make the most out of it!

MA, HILDA HIU KWAN

BELILIOS PUBLIC SCHOOL
Each of us has a spark of life inside us, and our highest endeavor ought to be
to set off that spark in one another.
Im Hilda Ma from Belilios Public School, one of the subcommittee members.
Before truly becoming a UYLer, ask yourself a question. What kind of leaders
do you want to be? Being a leader does not mean to be performing well
academically, nor being the one who gives commands to other members.
Im neither one of those who perform really well, but what I do is that I cherish
every single and unique moment in the Union. Do treasure yours and have an
outstanding year, to inspire tomorrows leaders today! Enjoy yours!

Introduction of
Sub-Committee Members

TSAI, MARGARET MAN FONG

BELILIOS PUBLIC SCHOOL
Ciao, I am Margaret (aka Lam Fung and Tmag) from Belilios Public School, sub
committee of the Publicity Department. Warm welcome from the UYL family, a
place where you can find comfort and happiness.
Treasure and grab this opportunity to explore your own definition of leadership
and your own UYL magic. See you all soon!

YAM, HILDA NOK YEN

ST. MARYS CANOSSIAN COLLEGE
-I see your true colours shining through.HELLO! This is Hilda Yam from St. Mary's Canossian College.
A warmest welcome to every single outstanding you. (:
Welcome to the place where has changed me for good and where you will
be changed.
Get ready to rediscover your own true colours, 'cause it all starts here.
How your camper path will be depends on YOU. Just feel every moment in
your coming journey by heart and make the most of it. gayau.
Once again- welcome home.

YIP, TIFFANY LONG YIU

MARYKNOLL CONVENT SCHOOL
Hello there! Tiffany Yip from Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section)
speaking (or writing :D)
Welcome to the 23rd HKUYL. Do make yourself home! I can't tell you how
magical this place is or how it is going to change your life exactly. It is all for
you to explore and experience. You are about to embark on an once-in-alifetime journey. So be prepared and make every moment count!

HOBY WLC 14
Where do I begin? Looking back to this past summer, I never imagined myself to miss HOBY WLC14
so much. I will never forget the enthusiasm that everyone had and the positivity that they carried.
This was truly an eye-opening experience and broadened my horizons. I realized how much I could
achieve and no matter where I go, there will always be 425 people who will have my back.
#E5 #Citruslove #myHOBYstory
Valerie Hung

Take me back to july 19th 8:32 pm central time. HOBY has truly been an enlightening experience. A
place fuzed with so much positives vibes. The people, the love, the energy, the vibrance, the jovial
ambience. Thank you the 425 of you and the 10 HK ambassadors for this outstanding week. Melody
can't ask for more(: #G6#bluecrew#hobywlc14
'It well maybe, That we will never meet again in this lifetime. So let me say before we part. So much of
me is made of what I learned from you. You'll be with me like a handprint on my heart.' -- For Good.
Melody Lam

Words can be seen but hard to be felt, but if i have to

explain my inspiration from HOBY in words, this quote
could do me a favor. "as the wheel turns, the values and
feelings on the other rim rise and fall, shining or sinking into
darkness, but true love/passion/will fastened to the axle
and doesn't move." And this is what propels the wheel to
keep moving.
Alice Wong

Everyone has their own WLC story, for me it is a splendid one. Throughout the numerous seminars,
the 500+ people service project, global challenge workshops, they allow me to see things in a wider
angle and with multiple perspectives and most importantly, they connected me with the other 400+
ambassadors. Despite the end of the week-long program, our journey as an outstanding leader has
not ended. Because #It Starts Here.
#PurplePeopleLeaders#D1#HOBY##WLC2014
Johnny Ho

It was such a place that bounded with zeal, where amazing

people from all round the globe can be found. HOBY WLC'14
gave us the most unforgettable summer, throughout the
congress, I've deeply explored myself and it taught me what
a leader requires. It has been such a great journey. Thank you
the other 9 ambassadors (and Nathan) and 425 of you for
making my days count. It starts here.
#WLC14 #B1 #BeTheChange
Kelvin Chan

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It is definitely one of the best weeks of my entire life. How could I forget all the amazing ambassadors,
staff, facilitators and speakers who have had inspired and influenced me that much. I bet the HOBY
hangover is forever, because I simply cannot stop myself from recalling all the sweet memories of my
sentimental group time (family time) and quality time that I have spent with my roomie every night.
AHHHH, bring me back to Chicago. How I wish I could bring back every bits and pieces happened
there back to Union. (:
#wlc14 #itstartshere #D5 #purplepeopleleaders #10+1 #room1922 #howfunkyisyourchicken
#imafactoryworker #woopdiwoop #wuwasassy #outstanding #hobyhug<3
Hilda Yam
HOBY is a place where the impossible was made possible. Whether
it be the enthusiasm of the ambassadors who led daily cheers,
or the lunch lady who greeted us every day with a smile and
kind words, everyone seemed to really want to ignite their own
lights, and everyone elses too. Some says youths are leaders of
tomorrow. However, after the summer, I doubted. We do not wait
for tomorrow, we are the leaders of today. People see things and
ask why. We dream things and ask why not.
Zara Chan
This is where HKUYL first started. This is where world leaders are
created. This is where I spent seven life-changing days at. This is
HOBY. Over 400 ambassador s from various countries, gathered
here to take part in the event of the lifetime. HOBY is more than
leadership. It's purpose is to teach you life lessons. You are the
captain of your journey with it.
Steven Lai
26.7.2014, the moment when you stepped out of Mertz Hall, exit the Loyola University, its not the
end of your HOBY journey, because IT STARTS HERE. That was the quote from the Chairperson of
HOBY World Leadership Congress (WLC) 14'. To me, being a HOBY in the WLC was a tremendous
experience and had turned a new page in my life. The mentors, the friends, the cheers, the ideas
that keynote speakers delivered to us will forever cast inside me. During the 10 days at the WLC, I
interacted with other ambassadors representing the HOBY from countries all over the world. I was
deeply impressed and learnt to be a more confident and a 'Can do' positive mindset towards
leadership even at my age.
Jason Tam

The end of the 10-day journey marks the the start of another journey. IT STARTS HERE, the theme
of 2014WLC. WLC is not only a congress, but a life-changing experience. You will never make any
impact on the world unless you take the first step to explore the unknown is the most invaluable thing
brought to me by this amazing journey. Action speaks louder than words, change is never achieved
by words but with concrete action plans. HOBY encouraged and guided me to tile my path to
influence the world. Youth like you and me are luckier and its time to write our own unique HOBY
story.
Kelvin Ng

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Year Plan
Annual General Meeting & GAP Oday
Global Awareness Project (GAP)

Nov 22
Nov - Jan

Having a high level of global awareness has always been an essential element of a true leader
and in order to fulfill our motto, to inspire tomorrows leaders today, Campers are given a chance to
develop their global vision through various lectures, workshops and presentations in GAP.

Campers will initially take up the role of different stakeholders in Hong Kong, who are
divided into different groups, and are responsible for identifying and familiarizing themselves with
the underlying problems of Hong Kong. Afterwards countries that share similar problems will be
assigned to different group and Campers, who will take up the role of Hong Kong ambassadors, are
responsible to investigate and come up with a solution towards the assigned issue. In December,
the World Congress, in which Campers will have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills acquired
over the course of the Project by presenting their proposals concerning their respective global issues,
will be held. Together with the debates and negotiations among different groups, enhanced cooperations as well as global awareness will be resulted.

GAP will be a valuable opportunity for Campers to hone their public speaking skills as well
as their analytical skills. Thus, through GAP, Campers are highly encouraged to think in multiperspectives so as to tackle the assigned problems. They are also required to come up with a fullfledged proposal within a short duration of time, in the process their problem-solving skills will be
greatly improved.

Christmas Reunion
Youth Leadership Seminar (YLS)

Dec
Mar - Apr

In the wake of the Global Awareness Project is the Youth Leadership Seminar, another highlight
of the Union. The aims of the YLS include encouraging Campers to think out of the box and improving
their communication skill for producing some collaborative work.

Campers will be divided into groups and they will struggle to survive in a chaotic world shaped
by the boundaries of imagination and creativity. Each group will be asked to come up with solutions
that will alleviate the imminent crisis which is a mixture of international, political, environmental and
cultural problems. Through a series of lectures, workshops ad discussions, Campers will be exposed to
different aspects of being a good leader, of which include effective communication, collaboration
and motivation. A four-day-three night camp marks the apex of the Unions activities as Campers will
undergo trainings, simulations and group games, learning and understanding the qualities of being a
leader on their way.

YLS is not merely a place for nurturing future leaders, rather, it is a platform for budding leaders
to exchange ideas and foster lifelong friendships.

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Community Ties (CT)

Feb - May

This years Community Ties aim to break away from traditions. Instead of merely participating
in different volunteer works, campers will get to actualise their goals and visions raised during the
Global Awareness Project and the Youth Leadership Seminar by choosing and organising various
volunteer activities, to directly get involve in the local community.

Phase I Community Ties correspond to issues raised in the Global Awareness Project, to provide
an opportunity for campers to realise the possible solutions suggested during the project.

Phase II Community Ties associate to the Youth Leadership Seminar, to bring the problems
to light and develop social awareness to major groups in society. At the end of the day, apart from
provoking campers to identify local and global problems, likewise, we hope to envision and inspire
compassionate leaders to embark on a journey to find the purpose of constructing a meaningful
change in society.

Camper-cum-Committee Project (CCC)

May - Aug

With the knowledge and skills campers have gained in GAP, YLS and CTs, campers are now
to prove their own ability by planning the whole CCC themselves, when the Committee Board only
stands behind them to give guidiance when necessary. Campers will have to plan and execute a
two-month-long activity for participants from member schools and non-member schools. This serves
as a perfect ending for campers to enforce their skills and build up life-long friendships as well as
unforgettable memories as a UYL camper.

Hugh O Brian Youth World Leadership Congress

July 18 - 25

The WLC is a unique platform for great potential young leaders from all over the world to have
cultural exchanges as well as build up international friendships. About ten outstanding Campers will
be nominated as the Hong Kong representatives (aka Hong Kong Ambassadors) to participate in the
WLC, which is going to be held in Chicago.

Annual Dinner Cum Closing Ceremony

Aug

As the journey comes to an end, memories are recalled at the Annual Dinner. It is a chance
for Campers and Alumni to reunite. All those who have shared the UYL magic will be home again.
Campers, Alumni and Advisors can gather around and exchange ideas. Through sharing by guest
speakers and videos of the Campers year, Campers can look back and reflect on their year in UYL.
The Annual Dinner marks the completion of the Campers journey and the end of a year, bringing the
23rd HKUYL to a perfect close.

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Member School 2014-2015

Belilios Public School
Cheung Chuk Shan College
Diocesan Boys' School
DMHC Siu Ming Catholic Secondary School
German Swiss International School
Good Hope School
Heep Yunn School
Holy Family Canossian College
Kings College
La Salle College
Li Po Chun United World College
Maryknoll Convent School (Secondary Section)
Marymount Secondary School
Pui Ching Middle School
Queens College
Raimondi College
Sacred Heart Canossian College
Sha Tin Government Secondary School
St. Francis Canossian College
St. Josephs College
St. Marys Canossian College
St. Pauls Co-educational College
St. Pauls College
Tsuen Wan Government Secondary School
Tsuen Wan Public HCY Memorial College
TWGHs Wong Fut Nam College
Wah Yan College, Hong Kong
Wah Yan College, Kowloon
Ying Wa College
Ying Wa Girls School

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