Sam Lapp. Sadie

Standing strong for 30 years, The Nesbitt Centre (TNC) has championed specialized educational programs and services for young adults with learning disabilities across Hong Kong. “Our vision is to take a holistic approach to creating a more inclusive Hong Kong,” says Gabriel Lai, Head of Special Educational Needs at TNC. Through this holistic approach, TNC supports, empowers and guides students towards a path of self-sufficiency.

Alpacas, native to the Andean regions of Peru, are known for their cuteness as well as their soft and luxurious fleece, which has been prized for thousands of years. These adorable creatures are an integral part of Peruvian culture and provide fibers that are not only warm and durable but also hypoallergenic. While you won’t find many alpacas in Hong Kong, their influence is present thanks to ÄYA Alpaca, an affordable luxury brand founded by Dale Hoole and Crystal Chiu.

The world’s first rugby referee and yoga teacher with harlequin ichthyosis. Survivor. The “poster girl for what happens when strangers stand up for someone else.” These are just a few descriptors for Mui Thomas, part of The Girl Behind the Face Initiative, which was started by Mui’s parents, Tina and Rog Thomas, back in 2015.