Since 2019, Cynthia Cheng and Maxime Vanhollebeke have travelled across Hong Kong to source and share stories and portraits of individuals working behind the scenes.

Hong Kong Shifts: Stories From the Streets of Hong Kong documents a unique chapter of Hong Kong's history - paying tribute to this city and its people.

From sampan ladies and bamboo scaffolders to street cleaners, fishermen, security guards and market vendors – these workers form the backbone of the fast-paced metropolis of Hong Kong, yet they are often overlooked or taken for granted. Looking beyond the glamorous harbour front, neon-lit downtown and dramatic skyline, Hong Kong Shifts explores the back alleys to meet and learn from the individuals who work tirelessly to keep the city ticking. These are stories and portraits of resilience, wisdom, positivity and strength from the streets of Hong Kong.

Hong Kong Shifts is a social impact storytelling platform with a mission to promote kindness, empathy and connection in our living and working environments. At the core of our project is the belief that storytelling is a powerful tool to engage, move and inspire – and, ultimately, to build bridges between diverse communities in the city that we call home.

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Programme

Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm (Reception starts at 6:30 pm)

Admission: $175 for members, $220 for guests /non-members (Light refreshments are included in the admission fee)

Registration: Please email <membership@royalasiaticsociety.org.hk> and provide your membership number, if applicable, at the time of registration.

Please kindly complete your registration by advance payment via Stripe's payment links below (using your Credit Card):

Members ($175): https://buy.stripe.com/4gw3fibdT7Rsa0UeWj

Non-members / Guests ($220): https://buy.stripe.com/cN2eY0a9PfjU2ys4hG

Please contact us if an alternative means of payment is required. Upon receipt of payment, your registration will be confirmed by email. Registration will be closed at 12 noon on 21 October 2024.