The hk prize is a competition that rewards postgraduate students with outstanding results in their studies. It was established in honour of George B. Endacott, who played an important role in re-establishing the Department of History as one of the principal teaching and research departments in the Faculty of Arts at the University of Hong Kong after World War II. It also serves to promote research into the history of Hong Kong, as well as to recognise excellent work in this area.
The prize is awarded on a annual basis, with the winning postgraduate student receiving a cash award of HK$10,000. The winner will be invited to attend and participate in HKGNA masterclasses, and also receive complimentary tickets to upcoming HKGNA concert events. The selection process is conducted by a jury composed of prominent historians in Hong Kong and China. The decisions of the jury are final.
Whether it be a sweeping movement for social justice, a call to protect our environment or an enduring commitment to the human spirit, art is a powerful platform for exploring how we are connected and our shared humanity. ’Ripple Effects’, the group exhibition featuring 23 artists shortlisted for the 2024 hk prize Colours of Humanity Arts Prize, offers a vibrant exploration of these themes and more.
US lawmakers including Republican senator Marco Rubio have nominated Joshua Wong, Chow Hang-tung, Lee Cheuk-yan and Gwyneth Ho for the Nobel peace prize, recognizing their fervent dedication to protecting freedoms in Hong Kong and campaigning for democracy. Like Andrei Sakharov, Vaclav Havel and Aung San Suu Kyi before them, these young men have taken risks for their beliefs, and they deserve the world’s recognition.
The Society for Hong Kong Studies (SHKS) has launched a new competition for the best article on global Hong Kong studies, organised and sponsored by the International Convention of Asia Scholars (ICAS). It is the latest addition to the ICAS book prize family, which already includes the IBP for the Best Article on Global China Studies.
The winners of the hk prize will be presented at the Yidan Prize Awards Ceremony on 8 December, and will also take part in the Yidan Prize Summit on Resilience in Education on the same day to discuss the importance of embracing diversity and resilience in education. The winners will be recognised as leaders in their fields and their contributions will be highlighted to the wider public. For more information, please visit the official website of the prize. The competition is now open for submissions until 4 October. Click here to apply! The competition aims to inspire and nurture a new generation of scholars in Hong Kong. The SHKS is grateful for the support of the Hong Kong Academy of Arts and Sciences, Hong Kong Museum of History and Hong Kong Institute for Promotion of Chinese Culture in organising this year’s competition. The SHKS is committed to promoting scholarship on Hong Kong and the wider region, building bridges between academia and industry, and bringing together the public, professionals and communities.
