Asia Youth Entrepreneurship Exchange 2020

New Urban Resilience – How Might We Make Future Cities Inclusive, Safe, and Sustainable?

With the ever changing geo-political landscape and urban population growth across Asia, human is facing increasingly complex challenges on multiple fronts. How have social entrepreneurs been responding to these challenges through innovation? This session brings together young changemakers in Asia who are committed to promoting sustainable urban development and making cities more resilient and future-ready. We will hear about their heartfelt stories on empowering communities, reducing urban wastes, and building inclusive economies. The speakers will also share their authentic and unique entrepreneurial journeys behind the scene of their success. Come and be inspired!

The Exchange opens with a moderated "Panel Discussion" with 6 renowned social innovators from across Asia. It is then followed by "Dialogue with Youth Innovators in Asia", where 6 young changemakers in Hong Kong will be joining the guests to share their stories with participants in breakout groups. Do sign up as soon as possible to secure your spot!

Part I - Panel Discussion: How Might We Make Future Cities Inclusive, Safe, and Sustainable?

Moderators

Maisy HO and Warren LUK

International Speakers

Somsak BOOKAM, David CHRISTIAN, Anya LIM, Yi LUO, John MAK, Peter PARK

Part II - Breakout Discussion: Dialogue with Youth Innovators in Asia

1. Rethink Sustainable Fashion and Textiles

    Anya LIM x Eric CHEUNG

2. Innovate Eco-friendly Consumables

    David CHRISTIAN x Peann TAM

3. Promote Civic Engagement through Community Crowdsourcing (in Cantonese)

    John MAK x Himphen HUI

4. Develop Technology for Human and Urban Resilience

     Peter PARK x Lawrence LUI

5. Build Inclusive Communities through Cultural Tourism

    Somsak BOOKAM x Eva WONG

6. Reimagine Urban-Rural Cultural Connections

    Yi LUO x Tsz Wai LOONG

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