Making Changes | SIRF 2023 – Social Innovation Regional Forum

Thematic Session 4

Making Changes: Social Impact Jamming on Stage

Many companies are increasingly valuing the principles of "environmental, social, and corporate governance" (ESG) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), while technological advancements are progressing rapidly. In light of these trends, what advantages and opportunities do start-up companies encounter?

This thematic session 4 provides a platform for young innovators to engage with industry professionals, enabling the realisation of socially impactful innovative ideas. It encourages society to continue contemplating solutions to social issues and sustainable business development.

Date: 8 December, 2023 (Friday)

Time: 15:00 – 17:00

Venue: Jockey Club Auditorium, Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Format: Sharing & Discussion

Language: Cantonese AND English (with simultaneous interpretation)

Participation: In person attendance & Livestreaming

(On-site seats are limited, please register by 3 Dec)

A reflecting dialogue between corporation representatives and young social innovators discussing sustainable development and Tech for Good, with 13 innovative project teams across the GBA area will join us at the exhibition area, to showcase their ideas and products enhancing age-inclusivity in the community. Click to learn more.

Time

Session

15:00 – 15:05

Introduction

Theme 1: Strategising for Innovation and Social Impact Projects
The importance of raising awareness about social innovation among the general public.

15:05 – 15:15

Keynote
Mr Garrick LAU
Head of Sustainability & Shared Value
Nan Fung Development Limited

15:15 – 15:25

Keynote
Mr Kosby FU
Senior Vice President of Group Strategic Marketing & Communications
DBS Bank (HK)

15:25 – 15:55

Panel Discussion

Moderator:
Ms Lillian LI
Executive Director
Social Impact Partners Limited

Panelists:

Mr Garrick LAU
Mr Kosby FU
Mr Aaron LEE
Director of Industrial Engineering and Marketing Strategy
BNET-TECH Company Limited
Mr Kelvin SO
Founder
Relearn Education Limited

15:55 – 16:05

Break

Theme 2: How Technology Plays a Vital Role in Social Good?
Exploring current technology initiatives and potential development in social responsibility within the Greater Bay Area.

16:05 - 16:15

Keynote
Ms Anita CHAU
Director, Ecosystem Development
Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation & Technology Park Limited

16:15 - 16:25

Keynote
Mr Nixon CHAU
Managing Director & General Manager
SenseTime Hong Kong

16:25 - 16:55

Panel Discussion

Moderator:
Mr Kelvin WONG
Director
Knowledge Transfer and Entrepreneurship Office
Hong Kong Polytechnic University

Panelists:

Ms Anita CHAU
Mr Nixon CHAU
Dr Kelvin SIU
Founder & CEO
InnoSpire Technology Limited
Mr Justin CHAN
CTO/COO
CLAIRE Clinical AI Research Limited

16:55 - 17:00

MC Round up

Time 時間

Session 流程

09:00 – 18:00

Poster sharing booth displayed at foyer. Expected participants 300+.

Mr LIU Lei
Deputy Chief Planner of Urban Planning & Design Institute of Shenzhen

Presentation topic: Design for Every Child

09:30 – 13:25

Main Forum

13:40 – 14:00

Guided Tour (RSVP – Public / Mainland VIP tour)

15:00 – 15:05

Live Webcasting

Introduction
‍Dr Calvin LUK (Project Manager | Jockey Club Design Institute for Social Innovation, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)

Theme 1: Strategising for Innovation and Social Impact projects
‍(The importance of raising awareness about social innovation among the general public.)

15:05 – 15:25

Live Webcasting

Speaker:

Corporate: Garrick Lau (Head of Sustainability & Shared Value | Nan Fung Group)
Corporate: Kosby Fu (Senior Vice President of Group Strategic & Marketing Communications | DBS Bank (HK))

15:25 – 15:55

Live Webcasting

Panel 1

Moderator:
‍Dr Sung Yan Hazel Lee (Teaching Fellow; Assistant Dean (Student Development) | The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)

Speaker:

Corporate: Corporate: Garrick Lau (Head of Sustainability & Shared Value | Nan Fung Group)
Corporate: Kosby Fu (Senior Vice President of Group Strategic & Marketing Communications | DBS Bank (HK))
Start-up:
Start-up:

15:55 – 16:05

Break & Group photo

Theme 2: How Technology play a vital role in Social Good?
‍(Exploring tech opportunities for further research and collaboration in the field of inclusivity and innovation in the Greater Bay Area and beyond.)

16:05 – 16:25

Live Webcasting

Speaker:

Cindy Chow（Executive Director | The Alibaba Entrepreneurs Hong Kong Fund）
Business: Nixon Chau (Managing Director & General Manager, Hong Kong | SenseTime 商汤科技)

16:25 – 16:55

Live Webcasting

Panel 1

Moderator:
‍Mr Kelvin Wong (Director | Knowledge Transfer and Entrepreneurship Office, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University)

Speaker:

Cindy Chow （Executive Director | The Alibaba Entrepreneurs Hong Kong Fund）
Business: Nixon Chau (Managing Director & General Manager, Hong Kong | SenseTime 商汤科技)
Start-up: InnoSpire Technology Limited
Start-up: Re:learn

16:55 – 17:00

Live Webcasting

MC Round up
TBC

17:00 – 17:05

Group photo

ShopChain

PathPulse

For the social need of improving indoor navigation and accessibility, our products will help customers and retailers in shopping malls and complex indoor environments.

Development and application of the Internet of Things-based smart elderly care service platform for the integration of medical care and elderly care

Shenzhen PeopleStrong High-Tech Co., Ltd

Through an IoT-based integrated smart older adults care service platform, we provide comprehensive smart older adults care solutions, including health monitoring, remote medical services, social interaction, and other functions, to enhance the quality of life and healthcare for the older adults, addressing their pain points in daily life.

微信公众号：盒家健康

Community Tour

Shui Bo Tsinghua University

Through localized STEAM education, we provide a systematic platform for community workers, allowing children to integrate into their surroundings through knowledge exploration and building child-friendly communities.

Website：

Here

STICKu

BNET-TECH Company Limited

For this common fall accident issue among the elderly, our products will help improve mobility and safety for 30% of elderly beneficiaries who rely on walking aids.

Website：

Here

Smart Glasses - Bringing fun and happiness to the elderlies

InnoSpire Technology Limited Project

To step up cross-generation integration, our smart glasses can provide distant sightseeing services for around 20-30 elderly people each time.

Website：

Here

Head Control（HC）

Yang Xiu-zhi Shenzhen University

It aims to address the difficulties faced by elderly individuals with physical disabilities and hand impairments in using computers and smartphones, to have equal access to computers and smartphones for accessing information on the internet.

Gaa2 Caang1

ShuntakGogood

Through curating and incorporating vitality, we aim to promote inclusive and diverse development that embraces the coexistence of different perspectives.

微信公众号：顺德好事发生

Machine for Enhanced Training & Assessment of Balance

MetaBalance

Preventing falls in older adults remains challenging. Our system will facilitate more in-depth balance assessment for more targeted fall-prevention training.

Creating public spaces of age-friendly community in Shunde: A case study of Rongxin Community

Haoyouying

Through participatory co-construction and co-management, we revitalize idling community spaces to meet the needs of different age groups.

微信公众号：好友迎

E-sport: an exergame system with wearable devices designed for elderly people

Yang Si-min, Li Qing-chuan Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen

An exergame system with wearable devices to provide an immersive experience for the young old population in virtual environments.

VR Rehabilitation Program Development and Digital Inclusion Program

Re:learn

Through technology-enabled rehabilitation exercises, we assist 1,500 elderly individuals and people with disabilities in developing exercise and mobility habits.

Website：

Here

Zhi Yin - Pioneer in Accessible Living for the Deaf and Mute Community

Shenzhen Zhiyin accessibility technology Co., LTD

With the form of the Zhi Yin app, Zhi Yin smart AR glasses, Zhi Yin smart handwriting board, AI doorbell, AI lighting, and other products, we comprehensively and multidimensionally address the communication challenges faced by both hearing-impaired individuals and those with normal hearing in achieving bi-directional, multi-round communication.

Website：

Here

Hong Kong's first faster and accurate healthcare data to revamp chronic disease management and thereby improve patient treatment outcomes.

CLAIRE Clinical AI Research Limited

Our product will help tens of thousands of individuals aged 40 and above who suffer from degenerative knee joint conditions, which pose a high risk of falls.

Website：

Here