The Power of Giving: Building Inclusive Pathways & Impactful Communities
Collaborated with our valued partners, Hongkong Land and Rede Chambers, HKU iCube held an afternoon of focused discussion on The Power of Giving in recognition of International Women's Day, bringing together voices from across sectors for impactful conversations.
Time & Location
Thursday, March 5, 2026
4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Two Exchange Square, 8 Connaught Pl, Central, Hong Kong
About the event
This event, co-hosted with Hongkong Land and Rede Chambers, was organized in recognition of International Women’s Day. It brought together voices from across sectors for candid conversations on how leaders can advocate for their employees in the workplace and drive community impact. The program included two spark talks by inspirational women, along with two panel discussions. These insightful dialogues were followed by a dynamic networking session.
Spark Talk
Kay McArdle
Founder and CEO of Equal Justice
Panel 1 – Lift As You Climb: How Leaders Can Create Pathways for the Next in Line
Chloe Chan
Akin
Senior Practice Associate
Christine Houston
Executive Strategies Group International
Founder and Managing Director
Joyce Leung
Rede Chambers
Barrister
Spark Talk
Grace Cheng
Founder and CEO of Agewhale
Panel 2 – Beyond the Cheque: Giving Voice, Safety, and Justice to the Community
Emma Elias
Clifford Chance
Responsible Business Manager, APAC
Elli Fu
J Life Foundation Limited
Founder and CEO
Natalie Wu
Hongkong Land
AGM & Head, Communities Partnerships & Impact
Spark Talk
Valerie Chiu
Founder and President of Teen Animals da Scientists
Date:
Thursday, March 5, 2026
Time:
4:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Venue:
HKU iCube, 4005-4007, 40/F, Two Exchange Square, Central
Language:
English
Mode:
Face-to-face Sharing
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