Stand by Me
school program
A pilot program aiming to foster inclusive school communities. We are co-designing with 6 secondary schools to provide a series of free, interrelated activities on inclusion and allyship.
Program activities
whole-form Student assembly
During this 60-90 minutes assembly, students will explore the concepts of unconscious bias & stereotypes, and how to be an active bystander by using the 5D through interactive games and discussion.
Target: Form 4 Students
Language: Chinese, English
educators Training
This 2 hour workshop will lead Educators to navigate a broad range of topics including: identity, microaggression & micro-Inclusion. Rather than teaching new concepts, we want to guide them how they can be seen from different perspectives and provide a platform to discuss case studies.
Target: Educators & administrative staff
Language: Chinese, English
Leadership Academy
A series of 4 in-depth workshops that aim to empower students to become inclusive leaders and cultivate inclusion in their schools. It ultimately concludes with a Seed Funding competition where students pitch a project to advance inclusion and 1 idea is selected for seed funding of up to $10,000HKD.
Topics include: exploring identity, identifying cases of exclusion in schools, creating impactful ideas, and project pitching.
Target: Students who have attended whole form assembly
Duration: 5 sessions total, 120 mins per session (**Must occur within 1 month of whole form assembly)
Language: Chinese, English
Seed funding & Mentorship
Winning teams receive seed funding and mentorship to bring their ideas to life. After a three-month implementation period, they share their project’s impact at an Inter-school Showcase. Limit to 1 student team per school.
Target: Students who participated in Student Leadership Academy
Language: To be determined by students and mentor
key events
Educator roundtable
An exclusive event for educators from our partner schools to get together, hear from industry experts and to share best practices of Diversity & Inclusion in secondary schools.
**Limited open spots for interested guests. Follow our Linkedin to stay updated.
Date & Time: July 2025 (TBC)
Language: Chinese, English
interschool showcase
The Inter-School Showcase is an exhibition where student groups from participating schools will proudly display their innovative and inclusive projects, sharing their achievements and inspiring a wider audience and each other.
Date & Time: May 2025 (TBC)
BACKGROUND
In Hong Kong, a 2015 study by the Committee on The Rights of Persons with Disabilities, United Nations & Equal Opportunities Commission showed that students from marginalized communities experience disproportionately more instances of exclusion or bullying. Early intervention in addressing identity-based bullying is crucial to prevent long-term negative impacts on students’ well-being and learning, while fostering empathy and inclusive mindsets during formative years.
WHAT IS STAND BY ME?
This 2-year pilot program curriculum consists of a whole-form assembly, educator training, and a student leadership academy. Ultimately, it builds towards an educator peer sharing and student competition where student teams can compete for seed funding to deliver their own school community projects to foster inclusion, which will be showcased at an inter-school showcase for the wider school community.
Timeline – Year 1
October 2024
Educator Consultation Session
November 2024
Student Focus Group
March – April 2025
Training for Educators
April – May 2025
Trial Whole-form Assembly
June 2025
Round table with Champion Educators
Our Impact
Timeline – Year 2
September – October 2025
Enhanced Assembly Sessions with Form 4
October – December 2025
Student Leadership Academy
January – February 2026
Pitching for Seed Funding Student Project
March – May 2026
Students Project Implementation with monthly mentorship organised by Resolve Stand By Me team
June 2026
Interschool Showcase
participating schools
Stand By Me FAQ
Why is Stand By Me unique?
Youth-empowered Approach
Through Stand By Me, we equip multiple levels of participants with the skills to speak up and take action against identity-based discrimination and non-inclusive behaviors. We have also sought input from dedicated Educator Champions and Youth Advisors. Driven by their own experiences and a deep commitment to creating safer spaces, they are at the forefront of shaping this program.
What’s the role of Program Advisors?
They are experts who provide guidance and advice, ensuring the Stand By Me program uses best practices in the field and aligns with the real needs of the educational climate.
What’s the role of Youth Advisors?
They are a diverse group of young people, aged 16-25, whose invaluable insights ensure the Stand By Me program truly resonates with current students. By centering their voices, we actively seek their feedback on activities and learn from their direct experiences in schools, making sure our program directly addresses the real needs of today’s youth.
What’s the role of Inclusive School Facilitators?
A unique part of our program includes that we match Inclusive School Facilitators, recruited by Resolve, to support activities and lead student groups. Our facilitators are from all walks of life: university students, freelancers, researchers, non-profit sector, advocates etc. We believe that through building relationships, students can better grasp the importance of striving for an inclusive campus.
Still have questions?
Contact us for more!
Email to hello@resolvehk.org and see how we can work together on promoting inclusive campuses in Hong Kong.
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