ADAHK is dedicated to nurturing and supporting local artists with disabilities by organising a variety of events and exploring diverse opportunities. In March, coinciding with Arts Month when art lovers and tourists flock to the city, the Labour and Welfare Bureau of the Government of the HKSAR, in collaboration with ADAHK, organised The Diversity and Inclusion Arts Festival. This event took place at the Xiqu Centre in the West Kowloon Cultural District from 22 March to 5 April 2025.

The Festival featured an art exhibition showcasing the creativity of over 40 artists with disabilities. It also included a lively concert that harmoniously blended Eastern and Western musical traditions, highlighting the beauty of cultural integration. Audiences were captivated by a thought-provoking musical centred on mental health, aimed at raising awareness and igniting important conversations. Additionally, engaging workshops led by artists with disabilities provided hands-on experiences, while an arts bazaar showcased a diverse array of creative works, celebrating the achievements of these artists. A dedicated information station offered vital career guidance and resources tailored for people with disabilities.

The 'Artists with Disability Development Fund,' funded by the Lee Hysan Foundation, was established in 2013 to nurture and support outstanding people with disabilities aged 40 and below in Hong Kong. The aim is to enable them to participate in art development programmes, either locally or internationally. Over the past decade, many artists with disabilities from various artistic backgrounds have successfully received funding from this initiative. By enrolling in different art courses or planning tailored art development programmes, they have achieved remarkable success in their artistic endeavours.

The new round for the 'Artists with Disability Development Fund' is now open for application, with a deadline of 30 June 2025. A briefing session about the fund will take place in mid-May. Interested individuals are encouraged to stay updated through the ADAHK website.

This year's 'Cross All Borders: Hong Kong Competition for Showcasing New Performing Artists with Disabilities 2025' attracted over a hundred artists with disabilities, highlighting their creativity and talent. After two rounds of adjudication by a panel of local professionals, five outstanding winners were selected. The performances varied widely, featuring violin, Chinese drums, wheelchair dance, harmonica, and pop dance, showcasing the diversity and richness of the arts. We sincerely congratulate all the winners!

The winners of the competition will be invited to participate in the 'Mentorship Scheme,' where they will engage with professional artists to further develop their artistic potential. We hope that in the future, they will grace broader stages and share their artistic achievements with larger audiences.

Are you looking for engaging art activities for your service users or students? Would you like to connect local participants with friends overseas? Are you interested in opportunities to showcase their artwork to the public?

The 'Artlink' is an international art exchange programme under 'The Hong Kong Jockey Club Community Project Grant - Inclusive Arts Project.' It aims to foster long-distance friendships through the arts and to promote appreciation and respect for cultural diversity. Experienced art facilitators guide participants in creating various art pieces inspired by different themes. These art pieces and the creative processes are shared through mailing parcels, video footage, and on Facebook. Over the past 15 years, participants from Hong Kong have exchanged ideas with peers from the USA, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, Macau, Taiwan, Canada, Shanghai, and Germany, focusing on a wide variety of themes centred around daily life.

Selected artworks from this exchange programme will have the opportunity to be showcased in the 'A Bit More than Arts Festival 2026 — Artlinks Themed Exhibition' in January 2026, presenting a richer and more mature cultural synthesis. Join us and become one of our art pals as we explore the arts as a medium for expression and communication together.

'Kai Tak Get Set Go!' is an annual large-scale carnival organised as part of the 'Kai Tak Sports Initiative' community project at Kai Tak Sports Park. This event offers more than 60 booth games and sports experiences, along with a variety of exciting sports and arts performances. ADAHK will be sending three groups of artists with disabilities to participate. This includes three participants from the 'ArtWorks - The Path to Becoming an Artist' programme's Digital Painting class: Kisha Cheung, Justin Wong, and Hanabi Wong, who have created postcards featuring Kai Tak combined with digital painting. Additionally, artist with disability, Apple Tong, will engage with the audience through hand painting. The 'Flash Ensemble' will also be performing a four-song set.

Dates:
19 April: Kisha Cheung, Justin Wong, and Hanabi Wong
20 April: Apple Tong and Flash Ensemble
Time: 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Location: Kai Tak Sports Park (East Village)
Booth Code: B24
Fees: Carnival (Free) | Sports Experience (Some charges apply)

Sponsored by the Vera Ruttonjee Desai Charitable Fund, the 'Good Days' Elderly Photography Exhibition successfully concluded on 2 March. The 7-day event attracted over 3,800 visitors. Through a series of photographs with handwritten captions, attendees were able to experience the elderly's perspectives on life and their hopes for 'Good Days.' Additionally, 14 accessible tours were organised for senior citizens and rehabilitation centres from various districts. These tours were led by elderly docents who had participated in a Docent Training Workshop. Both the participants of the Photography Workshop and those in the Docent Training Workshop applied their learnings to positively contribute to society, showcasing the enthusiasm and vitality of the elderly to the public.

'Arts Connect 2.0' is a 1.5-year programme funded by the Social Welfare Department through the Arts Development Fund for Persons with Disabilities. This programme consists of two main parts: arts training workshops and a mini showcase. The exhibition concluded successfully on 18 March, highlighting the achievements and artworks of participants from four different arts training workshops: painting, dancing, face and body painting, and non-visual photography.

During the exhibition, a 'Plant Rubbing' art experience workshop was also held successfully. Both programme participants and the public were invited to create and interact together. The audience received guided tours led by the programme participants, who shared their creativity and the stories behind their exhibited artworks, promoting inclusiveness in the community and the joy of artistic creation.

The ISF Academy Parents and Teachers Association invited artists with disabilities from ADAHK, Jessica Chiu Hui Pui-sin and Lo Pui-yung, to lead inclusive art experience workshops. These workshops aim to help students understand how to interact harmoniously with people with disabilities through a variety of engaging art experiences. The inclusive art experience workshops encompass multiple art forms, including foot painting, basic sign language learning, painting skills, and sand painting. One highlight was Jessica's captivating sand painting performance titled 'The Pursuit of Love and Equality,' which reflects the values upheld by The ISF Academy.

From today until 19 May, five unique online programmes will be available for free on the 'No Limits' website. These acclaimed international feature films and documentaries highlight and celebrate people with different abilities, exploring a wide range of profound themes such as football, romantic love, brotherhood, inclusive dance, and art therapy.

ADAHK has produced Audio Descriptions in Cantonese and English, as well as Accessible Captions in Chinese and English, allowing viewers of all abilities to enjoy all five programmes anytime and anywhere. Don't miss out!

We will provide Arts Accessibility services for the art programmes below. You are most welcome to enjoy and participate.

Coldplay 'Music of the Spheres World Tour – delivered by DHL' (Theatrical Interpretation)

'She, the Boxer' by Chung Ying Theatre (Audio Description in Cantonese)

'No Limits 2025: An Irish Goodbye' by Ross White and Tom Berkeley (Subtitles and Accessible Captions in Chinese and English, Dubbing in Cantonese and English, Audio Description in Cantonese and English; House Programme in Audio Format)

'No Limits 2025: The Blind Man Who Did Not Want to See Titanic' by Teemu Nikki (Subtitles and Accessible Captions in Chinese and English, Dubbing in Cantonese and English, Audio Description in Cantonese and English; House Programme in Audio Format)

'No Limits 2025: On the Adamant' by Nicolas Philibert (Subtitles and Accessible Captions in Chinese and English, Dubbing in Cantonese and English, Audio Description in Cantonese and English; House Programme in Audio Format)

'No Limits 2025: The Chameleons' by Patrick Botticchio (Subtitles and Accessible Captions in Chinese and English, Dubbing in Cantonese and English, Audio Description in Cantonese and English; House Programme in Audio Format)

'No Limits 2025: Hide-and-Seek' by ErGao Dance Production Group (Subtitles and Accessible Captions in Chinese and English, Dubbing in Cantonese and English, Audio Description in Cantonese and English; House Programme in Audio Format)

ADAHK does not receive any regular government subvention. Our operation relies on donations from individuals, corporations and foundations alike. With support like yours, people with disabilities can continue exploring the world through the arts and develop the artistic talent that enables them to shine much brighter than they can imagine.

Arts with the Disabled Association Hong Kong
Tel.: 2855 9548
E-mail: ada@adahk.org.hk; marketing@adahk.org.hk 
Address: 4/F, Causeway Bay Community Centre, 7 Fook Yum Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong