The hongkong prize is the premier award to recognise excellence in scholarship and research on Hong Kong history, society and culture. It serves as a catalyst to inspire further study on the region’s history and its connections with China, Asia and beyond, and encourages the development of new theories, concepts and methods of studying Hong Kong.
The award is given to a young scholar who has written an outstanding paper that advances knowledge in the field of Hong Kong studies. It is funded by the Society for Hong Kong Studies and is presented at its annual international conference.
An independent panel reviews submissions, decides on the winner and public vote, and presents it at the prize-giving ceremony. The winner receives HK$40,000, while the school of the public vote winner will get a cash prize of HK$10,000.
BOCHK Science and Technology Innovation Prize champions the mission of Boosting Hong Kong and Serving the Country through technology, with a view to attracting global top science talent, nurturing forward-looking scientists, and together building a dynamic innovation and technology hub for Hong Kong. An independent review board, comprising a Review Committee and Compliance Oversight Team, assesses candidates on scientific research achievements, their application and transformation, and their social or economic benefits created.
Hong Kong’s booming economy and world-class infrastructure have made it an attractive place to live and work, but the city also faces many challenges. One such is inequality, which has become a major concern among residents. The government recently launched a series of initiatives to address the issue, including setting up a commission to examine the causes and propose solutions.
In 2025, the prize will celebrate the contribution of unsung heroes in our community and around the globe, such as philanthropy, civic awareness, acts of self-sacrifice and tenacious entrepreneurship. It will honour their genuine spirit of giving, promoting Hong Kong as a tolerant and inclusive city that embraces different cultures and propels humanity toward a better future.
Founded in 2022, the prize is sponsored by Bank of China (Hong Kong) Limited. It aims to inspire young people to explore diverse aspects of local history through the award’s prestigious prizes and its educational activities, which include organising academic competitions, workshops and talks for students.
The prize will be presented at the Society’s 2023 International Conference on Global Hong Kong Studies to a scholar whose work on the history of Hong Kong, its relations with China and other Asian countries, and its impact in the world, is particularly distinguished. The winning article will be published in the International Journal of Hong Kong Studies and a plaque will be awarded to the author. The journal is a flagship publication of the Society and has been recognised by several international scholarly journals as a leading source of high quality articles on Hong Kong history, politics, society and culture. The submissions for the prize are invited from scholars and researchers worldwide. This year, the prize received a record number of entries and was judged by an esteemed panel of experts.
