{"id":36708,"date":"2026-01-06T16:26:04","date_gmt":"2026-01-06T08:26:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/?post_type=school_news&#038;p=36708"},"modified":"2026-01-16T09:37:03","modified_gmt":"2026-01-16T01:37:03","slug":"alumni-immersive-learning-in-rural-revitalisation-and-community-development","status":"publish","type":"school_news","link":"https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/tc\/school_news\/alumni-immersive-learning-in-rural-revitalisation-and-community-development\/","title":{"rendered":"Alumni Immersive Learning: Rural Revitalisation and Community Development"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>On December 13, 2025 (Saturday), the Faculty of Social Sciences organised a cultural visit to Lai Chi Wo and Mui Tsz Lam for its alumni, offering a full day of learning, exploration, and engagement.<\/p>\n<p>The event began with a visit to Sha Tau Kok, followed by a guided tour from Lai Chi Wo to Mui Tsz Lam. We were honoured to have Dr. Winnie Law, Deputy Director of the <a href=\"https:\/\/ccsg.hku.hk\/en\/about-us\/\">Centre for Civil Society and Governance (CCSG)<\/a>, lead the tour. Alumni learned about the history and culture of the local villages, the revitalisation initiatives and related research launched by the Centre, and the broader societal significance of these projects.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-36716\" src=\"https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-2-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-2-1024x768.jpg 1024w, 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https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-5-1280x960.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-5-960x718.jpg 960w, https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-5-640x479.jpg 640w, https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-5-480x359.jpg 480w, https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-5-384x287.jpg 384w, https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-5-320x239.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Alumni also enjoyed traditional Hakka cuisine, further enriching the cultural experience. The group particularly appreciated how the visit combined sightseeing with learning activities.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-36720\" src=\"https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-1-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-1-768x576.jpg 768w, 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alt=\"\" width=\"420\" height=\"315\" srcset=\"https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-6-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-6-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-6-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-6-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-6-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, 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https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-6-384x287.jpg 384w, https:\/\/web.socsc.hku.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Alumni-Learning-Journey-Immersive-Learning-in-Village-Revitalisation-and-Community-Development-6-320x239.jpg 320w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><br \/>\n<em>(Dr. Winnie Law led the tour from Lai Chi Wo to Mui Tsz Lam, where alumni took part in activities orgainsed by the Forest Village Project, which is funded by the Countryside Conservation Funding Scheme under the Countryside Conservation Office.)<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Throughout the day, alumni were introduced to various areas in which the Faculty of Social Sciences is making a tangible impact, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">\u00b7<\/span> <\/strong>Village rehabilitation for nature conservation, community well-being and educational purposes<\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">\u00b7<\/span> <\/strong>Regeneration of agriculture, including agroforestry cultivating mixed crops and ginger and coffee production<\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">\u00b7<\/span> <\/strong>Community-based socio-economic models\u2019 development<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These initiatives, which have received UNESCO recognition, highlight the Faculty\u2019s role in revitalising Hong Kong\u2019s heritage and community life.<\/p>\n<p>The visit formed part of the Faculty\u2019s ongoing efforts to curate meaningful alumni activities that share its research, partnerships, and social 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