WE‧CARE Framework

The Student Experience and Development Section (SEDS) of the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) is dedicated to promoting non-formal education and coordinating diverse student activities to provide students with a wide range of learning opportunities. Our services include guiding and supporting student leaders and organizations, initiating the Cu-SuCCeSS student-run café startup programme, managing the student activity fund to support student development, and organizing various leadership development and service learning activities. We also oversee the university’s orientation activities and related matters. By collaborating with government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community partners, we provide students with experiential learning opportunities in Hong Kong, mainland China, and overseas. By adopting the WE.CARE framework, we strive to cultivate well-rounded individuals, celebrate their achievements, and inspire a lifelong commitment to learning, and contribution to the community.

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Local Social Service

Through engaging in different forms of experiential activities and direct services, CUHK students gain first-hand experience with social issues and serve various underprivileged communities, such as the elderly, disabled, etc. Besides, we hope to foster communication and interaction between CUHK students and underprivileged communities. Students’ organisational skills in social services could be enhanced.

Social Enterprise Startup Scheme (SESS)

The Social Enterprise Startup Scheme (SESS) not only funds CUHK students and young alumni to transform their creative business ideas into meaningful startups, but most importantly offers mentorship to them by the experts in real business sector. Participants may receive a maximum of HK$100,000 as seed money to set up an enterprise with social mission.

International Conference Student Leaders (ICSL) Programme 2025–2027

The International Conference Student Leaders (ICSL) Programme 2025–2027 offers CUHK students a transformative journey of personal growth, global engagement, and meaningful impact. Through active participation in local and international conferences, hands-on event planning, and peer mentorship, the programme empowers students to become confident changemakers.

Global Social Impact Projects Scheme (G-SIPS) 2025-2026

Global Social Impact Projects Scheme (G-SIPS) 2025–2026 welcomes CUHK students to lead impactful initiatives that address challenges in communities worldwide. Student-initiated projects should align with one or more United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and be carried out overseas. Eligible student teams may receive funding support, along with training and project-advising from the Office of Student Affairs, to help turn their ideas into action and create meaningful social impact through service-learning and innovation.

Life and Death Education (LDE) Programme

The LDE Programme is aimed at promoting positivity and enhancing the quality of life through whole person development. LDE is an educational programme designed with the theme of “Understanding Life and Death, Appreciation of the Beauty of Life” to provide students with insights into life and death and to foster students’ understanding and appreciation of the value of life.

In Dialogue with China Study Tours – Chengdu / Yunnan / Shenyang

“In Dialogue with China” – Chengdu / Yunnan / Shenyang tours co-organised with the Office of University General Education, is designed to deepen students’ appreciation of the complexity, grandeur, and richness of the nation’s history and culture, and enhance their sense of national identity, study trips under various themes and formats will be organized to explore the many facets of China, from modern bustling metropolises to traditional rural villages and from cutting-edge technology development to rich cultural heritage.

The Art and Culture Scheme

The Art and Culture series consists of forums and cultural activities that explore the relationship between men and society or nature. The series includes Theatre in the Mountain and large-scale cultural activities such as CU Book Festival and Blossoms in March. The goal is to inspire CUHK members to have an appreciation on life and promote aesthetic development.

The University YMCA® (CUHK) of the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong

Committee members of The University YMCA^®(CUHK) of the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong are committed to organizing a wide variety of engaging local and overseas programmes designed to enhance the students’ non-formal learning experience at CUHK.

Collaboration with CUHK-Shenzhen

Student Experience and Development Section work with Office of Student Affairs in CUHK-Shenzhen to foster collaboration on programmes between Hong Kong and Shenzhen. We strive to offer our respective experiential learning programmes to members of two campuses. This collaboration serves as an opportunity to connect, foster cultural exchange, and develop friendships among students from the two campuses.

Other Activities

Student Experience and Development Section hosts and assists in, from time to time, various activities to enrich student life, including “Wu Zhi Qiao – Rural Revitalisation Summer Service-Learning Trip”, etc.

Student Experience and Development Section

Office of Student Affairs

Tel: 3943 8621

Website: https://seds.osa.cuhk.edu.hk

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cuhk_osa_seds