1-Hour Women's Library
Sharing on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)
Women’s Library is a powerful DEI and ESG team experience. Through human library-style storytelling, corporate teams connect with underprivileged young women who share personal stories of resilience, empowerment, and social change. A meaningful activity for companies seeking inclusive engagement, gender equality, and impactful CSR or team-building initiatives.
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Why Women's Library?
1/5 women are living in poverty
Hitting a 12-year high, about 880,000 women were living in poverty in HK in 2020, that was about 24.2% of all women (more than one in five). Single-family households that are run by women, are among the most at risk.
Low mothers’ participation in the labor market
<25% of the city’s young mothers aged 24 or below are working full or part-time due to limited work opportunities and their childbearing duty. 40 % of the young mothers in Hong Kong has a family income of less than $10K monthly, that is below poverty line.
Social Exclusion & Stigma Faced by Young Mums
There are many negative connotations associated with teenage mothers and sometimes even labeled as “bad mothers” and in both implicit assumptions and explicit claims, they are depicted as “promiscuous, irresponsible, and immoral”
Sources:
1. Cheung, Elizabeth. "Life Shouldn't Stop Because You Had a Child: Hong Kong's Young Mothers Want to Work but Find Opportunities Few." South China Morning Post, 20 Sept. 2020, Accessed 16 Dec. 2024.
2 .Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC). Family Status Equality. Aug. 2021, Accessed 16 Dec. 2024.
Inclusive Journey To Empower
Impact Intro
Learn about the challenges faced by underprivileged women in Hong Kong, and introduce the concept of female empowerment
Women's Library
Women books share their stories of resilience, and encourage volunteers to engage with their perspectives in two rounds of 20-min small group conversations.
Brainstorm and commit to individual actions toward “female empowerment”
Think Tank
(Add-On) Upcycling Workshop
Learn about food waste and sustainability through a hands-on experience of turning food waste into jewelry
(Add-On) Marketplace
Discover various food waste accessories and make impactful purchases to promote inclusion and conscious consumption
When She Speaks, Change Begins.
Long-lasting Impact
Gain A Competitive Advantage
Today’s young talent is drawn to companies with strong CSR values and social impact. Diversity drives innovation, making inclusive workplaces essential for creativity, growth, and long-term success.
Hire Beyond Labels
Integrating Women’s Library into hiring practices helps uncover real potential beyond bias. It strengthens corporate culture through empathy, inclusion, and a deeper understanding of people and customers.
Make HER Voices Heard
It empowers young underprivileged women to share stories of resilience & perspective, challenging bias and sparking social change—shaping them as future leaders advocating for equity and understanding.
Bilingual - Cantonese with English Translations if needed
Add-on Activities* Available
Can shift online
Can accommodate 25 - 40 participants at your desired space
*Food waste upcycling workshop, Inclusive Marketplace
Two 1.5-Hour Sessions of Women's Library + Upcycling Workshop With Jardines
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In celebration of International Women’s Day 2025, Jardines teamed up with us to host an exclusive workshop for 40 colleagues in the corporate office. The event kicked off with a mini Women’s Library, educating participants on female empowerment and the struggles faced by underprivileged women. Facilitator Candace shared her powerful story of resilience and transformation at Ways Out.
The workshop concluded with a hands-on upcycling activity, where attendees transformed fruit peels into jewelry, achieving two CSR/ESG objectives in a single impactful experience.
Jardines' Women's Library and Food Waste Jewelry Upcycling Workshop 2025
Jardines' Women's Library and Food Waste Jewelry Upcycling Workshop 2025
Jardines' Women's Library and Food Waste Jewelry Upcycling Workshop 2025
Jardines' Women's Library and Food Waste Jewelry Upcycling Workshop 2025
Women's Library + Upcycling Workshop with 40 Sino's Staff
In partnership with The Sino Group, we hosted an engaging workshop for 40 of their staff members, highlighting the resilience story of our Marvel Mami, Candy. She shared her inspiring journey of overcoming challenges and embracing empowerment at Ways Out.
The event continued with a hands-on upcycling workshop, where participants transformed fruit peels into unique jewelry. This collaboration not only fostered creativity but also promoted sustainability and social impact, aligning with both CSR and ESG values
What Our Partners Say
This workshop brought a very good message to show respect to female, working mum and enhance the sustainability thinking.
- Brian Mok, Manager of Jardine Matheson
Throughout the workshop, I learnt about the work of Ways Out and was impressed by the stories of "Marvel Mami". I never thought that food waste can be turned to be such a beautiful bracelet. It was a very nice experience for joining the workshop!
- Cassy Siu, Manager (Human Resources)
of the Sino Group
I learned about redirecting food waste but left impressed with the business model allowing women to live financially independent and experience work/life balance that is so rare in Hong Kong.
- Connie, Manager, Internal Communications & Engagement of Hong Kong Land
Not only is it environmentally friendly, but we also recognize the groups in society that quietly support grassroots women. The workshop showcased dual significance!
- Colin Ho, Project Lead of CUHK