SIAC 2024
Social Impact Investment Foundation (SIIF) Announces Recipients of 2024 Sustainability Impact
Achievement Awards
Social Impact Investment Foundation (SIIF) Announces Recipients of 2024 Sustainability Impact Achievement Awards
HONG KONG, Aug 28 - The Social Impact Investment Foundation (SIIF) is proud to announce the recipients of the prestigious Sustainability Impact Achievement Awards for 2024. This year's ceremony, held on August 23, 2024, honored individuals and organizations making significant contributions to sustainability and advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN-SDGs) as well as community engagement, highlighting the importance of collective effort and nurturing future talent.
Some of the speakers at the event included Dr. Janey Liu, the director at the Shanghai Shanghai Global Science and Technology Innovation Center of UNIDO highlighting the importance of SDG education and youth development, Dr. Roy Luo, Founding Director of Social Impact Investment Foundation (SIIF), and the Chairman of the steering committee of Global Leadership & ESG program, UNITAR-SIIF sharing his experience on the Global Leadership and ESG program, Mr. Stephen Ho sharing his insight on the connection between the art of music and the sustainable development goals, as well as Mr. Eric Yeh explaining the future role and trends of AI in youth development. All the speakers have prepared enthusiastic and insightful speeches to share their expertise with the audience and showcase the significance of collaborative effort and future actions.
Among the distinguished Sustainability Impact Achievement Awardees were:
1. Dr. Wan Sek Luen - a pioneer in the local environmental protection sector, celebrating his devotion toward combating climate change and raising awareness for recycling and green lifestyles amongst the public.
2. Mr. Anthony F. Neoh - Honored for his dedication to social responsibility, public service, and expertise in creating sustainable financial regulatory frameworks.
3. Mr. Raymond D. Neoh - Awarded for his expertise in creative media and digital technology and his commitment to empowering students and creating lasting upward mobility.
4. Mr. Chung To - Recognized for his tireless efforts in assisting children orphaned by AIDS in China and raising public awareness about AIDS.
The ceremony also presented Excellence Awards and Performance Awards for Corporate entities, The Excellence and Performance Awards recipients have undergone a rigorous selection process, including completing a guided questionnaire based on the SDG Impact standards proposed by the UNDP, evaluated by trained assessors, and reviewed by an esteemed judging panel. The Excellence Awards were awarded to China Hongqiao Corporations Limited (HKEX.1378), Shaanxi Zhong Feng Power Energy Co. Ltd., Beijing United Information Technology Company Limited, Zhejiang Jiaren New Materials Co., Ltd., Ecostryke Hong Kong Corporate Limited, APAC Carbon Limited, and Prosperity Textiles. While the Performance Awards were awarded to ICO Group Limited (HKEX.1460), A-Links Services Limited, Novelte Robotics, Kiwi, KEPLER Global Adviser Limited, Equator Asset Protection Limited, WOW Impact Group, Chinese Youth Growth Foundation, Good Health Anglo-Chinese Kindergarten, Universa Sci & Tech Limited, and Sunshine Developer Company.
Towards the end of the ceremony, the Young Ambassador Awards were presented. The youth ambassadors have shown their devotion to achieving the sustainable development goals and recognize the importance of sustainability as well as represent the power of youth in shaping a sustainable future. Young Student Ambassadors have demonstrated their commitment by actively contributing to real-world projects, from learning to diligently working on initiatives such as the Sustainability Impact Awards, AI chatbot development, ESG reporting, and similar endeavors. Their contributions have been invaluable in advancing sustainable practices, and their dedication was deeply appreciated.
Mr. Jonathan Chong, Founding Director of Social Impact Investment Foundation, stated, "These awards not only recognize outstanding achievements but also serve to inspire and motivate others to join the global effort towards sustainability. By highlighting these success stories, we aim to promote the UN-SDGs and encourage more individuals and organizations to embark on their own sustainability journeys."
The Sustainability Impact Awards Ceremony plays a crucial role in:
1. Recognizing and celebrating sustainability leaders and innovators
2. Facilitating networking and knowledge sharing among sustainability professionals
3. Raising awareness about the UN-SDGs and their importance
4. Encouraging broader participation in sustainability initiatives
5. Showcasing real-world examples of positive social and environmental impact
The ceremony took place on August 23, 2024, from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM at the Theatre, Middle Zone, Jao Tsung-I Academy, 800 Castle Peak Road, Mei Foo, Kowloon.
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About Social Impact Investment Foundation (SIIF):
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