hk prize is an annual award given to students who have achieved high grades in history at university. It was established in 1996 by friends and family of the late historian John D. Young. The winner receives an engraved gold medal and a prize of HK$25,000. The money is used to fund the award for a research postgraduate student in history who is taking at least 48 credits of Hong Kong studies. The winner also receives a stipend of up to HK$5,000.
The hk prize winners are chosen by an international panel of judges, including representatives from academic institutions and the industry. The prizes are awarded based on the work’s overall impact and its potential to make a difference in the world. The award winners are also required to submit a detailed proposal of future projects to further their research and development work.
As of the end of 2017, a total of HK$4 million was distributed to winners in different categories. The top prize of HK$2 million went to a documentary called Remains in the Dark about the disappearance of a young woman in Cambodia. The film was directed by Hong Kong director Ann Hui. Another award winner, a short film entitled Daddy’s Home, tells the story of a family in crisis after their father is arrested for protesting against the government.
Among the finalists in the main category, a drama film entitled The Golden Flower won the best overall performance by an actor, while a romantic comedy film titled Love of Life took the best script award. The winning films were chosen by a jury of industry experts from around the world.
Aside from the hk prize winners, a number of other prizes were awarded. The Hong Kong International Film Festival presented a series of special masterclasses, including a conversation with film director Ann Hui at King’s College London in partnership with the school’s alma mater and alumni. Hui shared her creative insights and reflections on the legacy of Hong Kong cinema with the audience.
For the first time, the organizers of the Standard Chartered Hong Kong Marathon raised the prize money for local challengers, with permanent residents who cross the finish line under 3 hours (sub 3) for men and sub 3:30 minutes for women getting a supplementary HK$10,000. A supplementary incentive award of HK$10,000 was also offered for the Marathon Challenge category, encouraging more runners to take part in the event.
Organised by Generocity, this HK$5,000 competition is a platform to gather innovative ideas on how Hong Kong can boost its role in global development. It aims to encourage local youth to take up the challenges of the modern world and shape Hong Kong’s future on the global stage. This year, the organisers are especially looking for projects that have been implemented by young people aged 18-25. They can be either a new initiative or an existing project that has already been launched. All entries are to be submitted by the end of May 2018. For more information, visit the website.