Over the years, HKWPEA has launched a number of meaningful programmes and organised an impressive array of activities. Among the more notable programs are:

Outstanding Women Professionals and Entrepreneurs Award 傑出專業女性及女企業家選舉
A tri-annual signature event that honours and celebrates the achievements of women in Hong Kong. The award recognises women who have made significant contributions to their professions, Hong Kong’s business environment, and society.  Since 1999, a total of 47 outstanding female high achievers were recognized. The 8 award exercises were respectively held in 1999, 2002, 2005, 2008, 2011, 2014, 2017 and 2021.

Leadership Training Programme for Underprivileged Youngsters
Launched in 2014, the yearly programme offers underprivileged young people training on leadership and soft skills. With resources and connections provided by members, an array of workshops, company visits and training sessions have been held over the decade on a regular basis.  These learning opportunities help our next generation develop ideas that foster economic choice, enhance their exposure and stimulate personal growth, believed to be critical levers of change in the future.

Carbon Neutrality Campaign 全城零碳行動
Funded by the Environment and Conservation Fund (ECF), HKWPEA initiated the 12-month campaign in 2023 to promote carbon neutrality across different sectors, to raise public awareness involvement in carbon neutrality, and to encourage persistent behavioral changes among the community. It is the first public education and social mobilisation program to promote practical and sustainable low-carbon living, focusing on clothing, food, living, and transportation.

“N-No” Family Development Project 全心傳家家庭發展計劃
Serving underprivileged families residing in Hong Kong who are not eligible to apply for Comprehensive Social Security Assistance and/or public housing, the N-No project has two areas of focus: financial support and mentoring. Mentors from our members and friends, joined by social workers from HK Sheng Kung Hui Welfare Council, worked together with mentee families to establish individually tailored development plans around family relationships, children growth and overall family support. Two phases were conducted in 2013-15 and 2015-17 in view of the Project’s success and impact. Riding on the Association’s 25^th Anniversary, a refreshed program was organised in 2021-23 with 25 families matched with our 36 mentors.

FoodEver WasteNever Programme 傳承惜食計劃
Our 20th Anniversary signature project – FoodEver WasteNever, ran for 18 months beginning in 2016 with ECF funding. Concluding with savings of about 12% in food waste through the adoption of a food life cycle management protocol, the Programme included (1) the FoodEver WasteNever Awards, targeting over 300 organizations in seven sectors; (2) an Education Campaign; and (3) Publicity and Community engagement, providing custom guidance on food waste reduction to 60 families with home visits.

Business Start-up Assistance Scheme for Women 婦女創業支援計劃
This social service project was designed to help less fortunate and unemployed women create self-employment by starting their own businesses. Launched in 2002, the Scheme went into its second phase in 2004 where the emphasis was on starting cooperative businesses with support from partnering NGOs (婦女合作創業計劃). Continuing the programme were full-day interactive workshops focusing on social enterprises organized in 2008.

Successful Women Stories – Experience Sharing 婦女成功的天空
With the first round of seminars held in 2005, the Association presented a series of public forums, inviting prominent women in town to share their success stories and experiences with local audience, which were organized again in 2007, 2009 and 2010.

Experience Sharing Seminar Series: “Practical Aspects of Doing Business in China” 中國商管實戰經驗分享研討會系列
This series were featured in 2003 and 2004, covering a wide range of topics presented by business leaders who have accumulated a wealth of hands-on experience in China. A total of over 900 participants attended the seminars.

Other activities organised by the Association include:

• Various initiatives have been initiated and implemented to respond timely to the demands in society:
• • Project Leadership Programme (2021 and 2022): A collaboration with Women in Business society at HKUST. Our members mentored student teams in the pitching competition with focus on UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
  • Stand by Me (2018 to 2021): In view of the difficulties faced by local teens, a 2-year project was devised to develop and steer youth, particularly those with low self-confidence, weak sense of ability and a lack of direction in life.
  • Project EYE (2020): During COVID-19, the project promoted eye care practice among children whose exposure to e-devices was prolonged. Infographics and videos were released including sign language version.
• Trips to Mainland China have been arranged to meet important government and trade promotion officials and to visit places of interest. Cities visited include Beijing, Shanghai, Jiangmen, Qingdao, and Hohhot (Inner Mongolia). The GBA Committee was set up in 2022, familiarizing members with developments in the GBA via talks and trips to the GBA.
• The set up of the Innovation & Technology Committee in recent years allows members to explore the frontier of new technology. Apart from online talks on hot topics including AI, Biotech, Digital Transformation, the Committee organized visits to various leading and unicorn technology companies.

• HKWPEA provides service to its members and to the community by organising public seminars on a wide range of topics. The purpose is to provide access to diversified business intelligence, enhance professionalism, and help create business opportunities. Members actively participate in the meetings and events of international women’s forums, such as the Women Leaders Network of APEC and the Confederation of Women Business Council of the region.

• The Association responds to the HKSAR Government on public policy issues through submission of position papers.
• Scholarships are provided to female students with financial need, including HKUST Women in Science and Engineering Scholarship Program, supported yearly starting from 2012.
• Fellowship functions for members and their families and friends are organised on a regular basis to provide opportunities for fellowship building and networking.