CareER Association

Happy news sharing on the ‘#WorldNGODay’!! CareER Disability Inclusion Index (CareER #DII) has been recognised as a Zero Project Awardee 2025!   The Zero Project is a global, research-driven initiative that awards exemplary solutions for their innovation, impact, and scalability to support people with disabilities. More than 350 experts, with and without disabilities, were involved in the selection process, with this year’s research centred on Employment and ICT. We are honoured to see our work CareER DII was selected out of 522 nominations from 90 countries and highlighted among global innovations that make a meaningful impact! As part of this recognition, Walter Tsui and our team will be presenting our work at the Zero Project Conference 2025, taking place from March 5-7 at the United Nations Office in Vienna. Stay tuned for our live updates from Vienna next week! For more information about the CareER DII, visit https://lnkd.in/gzbEjkAk Florence Tam Veronica Li #ZeroProjectAwardee2025 #ZeroCon25 #ZeroBarriers #CareER #Inclusion #Diversity #DisabilityAwareness #TalentNoBoundaries

The CareER Thriving Grass programme offers members #careersupport and #employmenttraining tailored to their abilities and interests, ensuring #employment assistance in the constantly evolving workplace environment. Let's explore why recruiting #diversetalents is a crucial strategy in corporate governance 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/g9bQMMNZ #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrant #careerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrantcareerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #CareER #TalentNoBoundaries #inclusion #diversity #SEN #disability

Did you find our videos from last year's #ThrivingGrass programme truly inspiring? If you are considering an #internship with an inclusive employer this year, your opportunity has arrived! The Hong Kong Jockey Club Community Project Grant: CareER Thriving Grass Career Development Programme 2025 (Thriving Grass) is now open for enrolment 😆 If you want to challenge yourself and prepare for a successful career! Register now 👉🏻 https://bit.ly/3IgWixu #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrant #careerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrantcareerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #CareER #TalentNoBoundaries #inclusion #diversity #SEN #disability

Last year Alliance Construction Materials Ltd. became our inclusive employer through the CareER Thriving Grass Programme. This experience has shed light on the fact that the support required for hiring #DiverseTalents is less than initially anticipated. The addition of CareER member Anthony (ABC Leung) has further increased their confidence regarding inclusive recruitment. Let's now delve into their insights together! Keith Chor #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrant #careerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrantcareerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #CareER #TalentNoBoundaries #inclusion #diversity #SEN #disability

CareER offers regular peer events and workshops to students and graduates with disabilities and SEN who are seeking personal and professional growth!   Join us in our March Member Activities, where you will find a mix of fun and insightful training sessions:   📌 March 14th: Enjoy and network with peers during our Inclusive FRInight. 📌 March 15/18/20th: Enhance essential research, CV writing, and interview skills at our three-part Workshop Series - "Kickstart Your Career: Job Application Strategies That Work." 📌 March 25th: Join a Company Visit to Hactl - Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited   Mark your calendars and join us by RSVPing in our Member Portal👉🏻https://lnkd.in/gf-iKDyi #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrant #careerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrantcareerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #CareER #TalentNoBoundaries #inclusion #diversity #SEN #disability

Anthony (ABC Leung) faces challenges in his concentration and communication with others due to having Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (#ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (#ASD). Nonetheless, his self-awareness of his conditions drives him to become more active in engaging with others while maintaining strong work performance. Last summer, Anthony secured an internship at Alliance Construction Materials Ltd. through "The Hong Kong Jockey Club Community Project Grant: CareER #ThrivingGrass Career Development Programme", and his supervisor and colleagues at Alliance were impressed by Anthony's proactive work attitude and capabilities😚 Curious about Anthony's breakthroughs and experience during his internship? Let's hear his story together! Keith Chor #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrant #careerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrantcareerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #CareER #TalentNoBoundaries #inclusion #diversity #SEN #disability

We are the proud community partner of the 2025 Community Business Research - Social Mobility in Asia: Advocacy, Collaboration and Action. As conversations around diversity, equity and inclusion evolve and become more sophisticated in Asia and we start to dig into the importance of an intersectional lens when promoting #equality, the need for a deeper understanding of social mobility and particularly its role in driving progress in organisations has become more poignant. Join us to uncover the research findings and further explore these topics in our upcoming events. This event will provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities that shape social mobility in our communities. It will also include a panel discussion with thought leaders, academics and industry experts. APAC Summary - Collaboration: Strengthening Community Networks to Enhance Social Mobility  🗓 Date: Thu, 20 Feb  🕒 Time: 4:30 – 6:30pm (UTC +8)  📍 The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong & Hybrid #CareER #TalentNoBoundaries #InclusiveLeadership #DiversityandInclusion #DEI

“Talent is one of the biggest things when we're talking about HR initiatives. There is no discrimination when it comes to talent. If you are good at what you do, you're a part of the organisation.” — Ms. Reema Shankar, Human Resources Executive Director at Crédit Agricole CIB. Through collaborating with CareER and onboarding our member Benjamin Lee, Crédit Agricole CIB is now embracing talents with disability in their workforce. Let's take a look at their #DisabilityInclusion journey 👉🏻 Thomas Delmarre #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrant #careerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrantcareerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #CareER #TalentNoBoundaries #inclusion #diversity #SEN #disability

Our member Benjamin Lee has had multiple brain surgeries and facing neurological challenges that impact his writing speed. However, he remains undeterred, approaching new challenges with a proactive mindset. Through The Hong Kong Jockey Club Community Project Grant: CareER #ThrivingGrass Career Development Programme 2024, Benjamin took on a role at Crédit Agricole CIB, and inspired the team on #disabilityinclusion with his proactive work attitude. Let's take a look at Benjamin's inclusive placement journey! Reema Shankar Thomas Delmarre #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrant #careerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrantcareerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #CareER #TalentNoBoundaries #inclusion #diversity #SEN #disability

CareER February activities are now available😆 Coming up on February 20, we will have a new event ✨Crafting Workplace Power: Piecing Together Responsibility, Communication, and Collaboration✨ On February 28, there will be a virtual information session for the Hong Kong Jockey Club Community Project Grant: CareER Thriving Grass Career Development Programme 2025 💡This session aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the Thriving Grass programme. CareER is a peer support platform for young adults with any type of disabilities and SEN. We offer different programmes targeting our members’ personal and social development from a long-term perspective. Join the activities today to gain an inclusive and supportive connection 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/gf-iKDyi #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrant #careerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #thehongkongjockeyclubcommunityprojectgrantcareerthrivinggrasscareerdevelopmentprogramme #CareER #TalentNoBoundaries #inclusion #diversity #SEN #disability