Dream Launch Achievers Program (DLAP)
Description:
DLAP is a non-profit initiative of Africa Center Hong Kong, designed to
assist African and other ethnic minority youths and low-income Chinese youths in Hong
Kong to achieve their education and career goals.
Problem Statement:
Despite Hong Kong’s status as a global financial hub and diverse society, the educational
and career prospects for marginalized youth, particularly those from African and other ethnic
minority (EM) backgrounds, remain disproportionately limited. Many African and other ethnic
minority youths, along with low-income Chinese youths in Hong Kong face significant
barriers that hinder their ability to pursue educational and career opportunities. These
include discrimination, language barriers, and a lack of representation in higher education
and the workforce, resulting in a cycle of underachievement and limited socio-economic
mobility. Low-income Chinese youths in Hong Kong experience a unique set of challenges,
due to financial constraints and a lack of access to quality educational opportunities. These
circumstances restrict their ability to break free from the cycle of poverty, perpetuating social
inequalities and limiting the potential for a more inclusive and diverse society.
Our Solution:
DLAP provides a skills development program for African, low-income Chinese and EM
youths which empowers them to enter the job-market with confidence and be able to
compete with other youths. Through career workshops in collaboration with key industry
players, youths are provided with career guidance and mentorship, tips for successful
interviews, and CV writing assistance. Furthermore, the program facilitates networking
opportunities which enable youths to meet with potential employers.
More details about the Africa Center Hong Kong:
A social enterprise dedicated to creating and fostering value interactions between Africans
and non-Africans in Hong Kong since 2019. Innocent Mutanga, the Founder of Africa Center
Hong Kong was a refugee who transformed his life through education and community
support. He founded Africa Center as a way to give back to his community and provide a
platform for continuous cultural exchange, educational and skills programs.
