HKUST is committed to ensuring a diverse, equitable and inclusive community on campus.  It falls on each and every member of the University community to treat one another with dignity and respect, uphold the University’s commitment to inclusiveness, and stop all forms of discrimination, harassment or vilification.

In this regard, an online talk on Introduction to anti-discrimination laws will be held to give HKUST community an overview of the anti-discrimination laws in Hong Kong and introduce ways to prevent discrimination.

Date: 25 April 2024 (Thursday)
Time: 2:30 pm – 4:45 pm
Venue: Zoom
Target: HKUST staff and students
Quota: 400 participants (on a first-come, first-served basis)
Language: English

Registration 

Registration is closed.

Content 

1. Introduction to the diversity and equal opportunities initiatives, policy, procedures and guidelines at HKUST;

2. Introduction to the anti-discrimination laws of Hong Kong and its application,  including the following:

• a. Prohibited grounds and unlawful acts under the anti-discrimination laws,
• b. Liability and defence,
• c. Ways to prevent discrimination, and
• d. The latest amendments to the anti-discrimination ordinances

Enquiry 

Email: deoc@ust.hk
Phone: 3469 3114