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Breaking the Silence: Addressing Mental Health Challenges in Hong Kong

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Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
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​Mental health is one of the most pressing but often overlooked challenges facing young people in Hong Kong today. In a city known for its relentless pace, academic pressure, and societal expectations, youth are grappling with rising rates of anxiety, depression, and burnout, yet conversations around mental health remain stigmatised, and access to support is often limited.

​Join us for an impactful and solution-driven panel discussion featuring leading experts and changemakers who are actively shaping the mental health landscape in Hong Kong. Together, we’ll explore the systemic challenges, uncover the barriers preventing young people from seeking help, and discuss innovative ways to foster resilience and well-being.

​💡Key Discussion Topics:

  • ​The hidden toll of academic and career pressures on youth mental health

  • ​How social and economic inequalities deepen mental health disparities

  • ​Breaking the stigma: building a culture of openness and support

  • ​Addressing gaps in access to mental health services and resources

​🎤 Featured Speakers:

  • ​Michael Chan – Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Johnson Stokes & Master

  • ​Stephanie Ng – Founder & Executive Director, Body Banter (Mental health advocate & educator)

  • ​Elvis Ng – Senior Manager (Youth Service), Hong Kong Family Welfare Society (Frontline youth mental health expert)

  • ​Moderator: Belinda Esterhammer, CEO, The DO Asia

​This is more than just a conversation—it’s a call to action. Whether you’re an educator, parent, mental health professional, or someone who simply cares about the future of our youth, your voice matters. Let’s break the silence and drive meaningful change together.

​🔗 Reserve your spot now! 

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Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
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