Fun Day and Opening Ceremony
We cordially invite you to join us for the 'ADHD Awareness Week 2023 Fun Day and Opening Ceremony' on October 22, 2023. We are privileged to welcome Mr Ricky CHU Man-kin, Chairperson of the Equal Opportunities Commission, and Ms. Ali Lee, our celebrity ambassador, as our guest of honour .
Additionally, Ms. Joey Chan, a Top 26 finalist from 'The Voice of Midlife' and a professional English tutor, along with Mr. Alex Sum, the founder of the Bravestorming brand, will share their experiences and insights during the ADHDer sharing seminar.
A series of events are planned for the day, including the robotic spider challenge trial, the robotic spider challenge competition finals, as well as the opening ceremony of ADHD Awareness Week.
This event is open to the public with no prior registration required. However, on-site registration will be needed for those interested in participating in the robotic spider challenge trial.
We look forward to your participation. Join us in increasing awareness of ADHD and in harnessing its potential from perceived shortcomings to strengths!
*Registration for the robotic spider challenge trial will open at 10 AM on the event day, accommodating up to 40 participants on a first-come, first-serve basis.
The event organizers reserve the right to final interpretation and modification regarding all matters related to the event.
The Robotic Spider Challenge
Celebrity Ambassador
Ms. Ali Lee
ADHDer
Ms. Joey Chan
ADHDer
Mr. Alex Shum
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Time：
October 22, 2023
10:30am-1pm The Robotic Spider Challenge trial
1pm - 2pm Focus on running for the finals
3pm-6pm Focus Opening Ceremony and Lecture
Location:
Attendance guests:
Zone A, 1/F, Podium Food Square, Lok Fu Place
Honourable guest Mr Ricky CHU Man-kin, Chairperson of the Equal Opportunities Commission
Celebrity Ambassador Ms. Ali Lee
ADHD speakers:
Ms. Joey Chan (Top 26 in "The Voice of Middle Ages", professional English tutor)
Mr. Alex Sum (Founder of brand Bravestorming)
Activity:
The Robotic Spider Challenge trial,The Robotic Spider Challenge competition finals,
ADHD Awareness Week opening ceremony, ADHDers sharing
Participants:
Registration:
Public
No required (If you want to participate in the Robotic Spider Challenge trial, you need to register on site, details will be announced later)
What is the Robotic Spider Challenge trial?
ADHD Seminars
Unlocking the Potential in ADHD and Child Talent: The Power of Early Diagnosis and Positive Education
We cordially invite you to our special seminar titled "Unlocking the Potential in ADHD and Child Talent: The Power of Early Diagnosis and Positive Education". This seminar will focus on ADHD, discussing how early diagnosis and positive education can unleash its potential, and how to navigate from the frustrations of ADHD towards success.
We are honored to have three guest speakers who will share their professional knowledge and personal experiences.
This seminar is particularly suitable for parents and Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs). We only have 300 seats available, and they will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you are interested in ADHD, or wish to learn more about how to better support and understand children with ADHD, this is a rare opportunity. Take advantage of this occasion and register as soon as possible!
Specialist in Psychiatry
Dr.Cheung Ching Ping
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Registered Social Worker
Mr. Remus Kwok
ADHDer
Ms. Amanda Fok
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October 23, 2023
10am-1pm Parents session
2pm - 5pm Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) Section
Lecture Theater 2 (LT-2), 4th Floor, Yeung Kin Man Academic Building, City University of Hong Kong
Speakers：
Psychiatrist Dr.Cheung Ching Ping
Mr. Remus Kwok, Service Supervisor of the Positive Education Laboratory, City University of Hong Kong
Ms. Amanda Fok, founder of Let’s Talk ADHD and ADHDer
Participants:
Registration:
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Parents and Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO)
Required
There are 300 slots each for the morning and afternoon sessions (First-come, first-served)
Cantonese
ADHD Live Webinars
We warmly invite you to join our 'ADHD Live Webinar', for an engaging exploration of ADHD-related topics.
We are privileged to host Mr. Daniel Kwan, the Oscar-winning director from the United States, who will share his insights on 'Organizing and Embracing the Chaos of Living with ADHD’.
In addition, experts from Finland, the UK, Singapore, and Hong Kong will gather to discuss the needs of children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD. From their respective professional domains, they will provide the latest on ADHD diagnosis and treatment plans, the impact of ADHD in the workplace, the correlation between ADHD and ESG, and the newest research on ADHD medication, offering a multifaceted perspective.
We welcome individuals who suspect or have been diagnosed with ADHD, parents, caregivers, and educators of children with ADHD, professionals working in ADHD-related fields, medical professionals specializing in ADHD, as well as colleagues and the general public working in human resources, environment, social and governance (ESG), diversity, and inclusion sectors.
All lectures will be accompanied by both English and Chinese subtitles to ensure inclusive participation.
If you are interested in attending, please complete the registration process. We look forward to your participation and joining us in increasing the understanding and awareness of ADHD!
Mr. Daniel Kwan
Ms. Nina Hoven
Prof. Roger Ho
Prof. Amanda Kirby
Mr. Emmanuel Artusa-Barrell
Professor Ian Wong
Dr. Eunice Wong
Dr Keith Hariman
Dr. Sylvia Doo
Ms. Eileen Cheung
Ms. Amanda Fok
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Registration:
October 24-28, 2023
Please pay attention to the detailed timetable
Online
Friends who suspect or have been diagnosed with ADHD
Parents, caregivers and educators of children with ADHD
ADHD working practitioner
ADHD Medical Professional
Engaged in human resources, environment, society and governance (ESG),
Diversity and Inclusion Colleagues
public person
With Chinese and English subtitles
Required
ADHD Webinars replay
We cordially invite you to participate in the 'ADHD Webinars Replay'. In order to accommodate individuals with ADHD and other busy friends, everyone registered for ADHD Awareness Week can enjoy free access to replays of all lectures. This means you won't miss any of the invaluable insights shared by our esteemed speakers.
The seminar replays will begin on October 29, 2023, and will continue until November 28, 2023. They will be available 24 hours a day, allowing you to watch at your own convenience.
With simple registration, you can easily learn and understand ADHD-related knowledge from the comfort of your home.
Whether you are an individual with ADHD, a parent, caregiver, educator, or a professional, we welcome your participation.
Let’s understand ADHD through learning, and accept ADHD through understanding.
Date:
Time:
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Registration:
October 29 - November 28, 2023
24 hours
Online
Friends who suspect or have been diagnosed with ADHD
Parents, caregivers and educators of children with ADHD
ADHD working practitioner
ADHD Medical Professional
Colleagues working in Human Resources, Environment, Social and Governance (ESG), Diversity and Inclusion
public person
With Chinese and English subtitles