Travel with a meaningful purpose
[This is a talk in Changemaker Gear Up Training Series (GUTS)]
Have you ever yearned for travel experiences that transcend the ordinary? What if travel could be more than just sightseeing and passport stamps? Imagine a journey that becomes a catalyst for positive change, empowering you to make a lasting impact on the world.
Ms Pink Lee, the Founder and Director of Light On Charity, will take you on a journey through her personal experiences from solo backpacking to life-changing adventure. She will share valuable insights on how to infuse your travels with intention and make a positive impact on the world. Join us and embark on a journey of self-discovery and societal impact.
Speaker:
Ms Pink Lee
Founder and Director of Light On Charity, a tax-exempt charity in Hong Kong
Former finance journalist, TEDx speaker, author of three books including 《The Travel Within: 擁抱印度I》,《擁抱印度II》and《你的生活不該如此，帶上心靈去旅行》. Pink has been living and volunteering around the world for more than 15 years now. She was leading a group of Hong Kong volunteers in Nepal when the country was hit by the 7.8 mag earthquake; soon after that she started disaster relief work in the country and founded “Light On Charity”. d to educating the younger generation about food waste reduction and waste upcycling initiatives.
Light On Website: www.lighton.org.hk
Light On FB: https://www.facebook.com/lightoncharity/
Light On IG: @lightoncharity
Remarks:
1. Complete 3 GUTS talks/workshops to receive a certificate of participation.
2. Priority will be given to HKUST Connect registrants. Start your changemaking journey with HKUST Connect: https://connect.hkust.edu.hk/joinus.
3. To ensure the smooth progress of the session, participants who are more than 10 minutes late may not be admitted by the facilitators.
4. [HMAW1905] This is a recognized event in the “Self-directed Experience” component of HMAW1905: Behavioral Foundations of University Education: Habits, Mindsets, and Wellness. To receive 1 hour, you must attend the event in full and miss no more than 10 minutes.