{"id":10745,"date":"2025-07-26T15:12:46","date_gmt":"2025-07-26T07:12:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/?post_type=events&#038;p=10745"},"modified":"2025-08-20T15:15:15","modified_gmt":"2025-08-20T07:15:15","slug":"pwma-x-arts-with-the-disabled-association-of-hong-kong-empathy-through-art","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/tc\/events\/pwma-x-arts-with-the-disabled-association-of-hong-kong-empathy-through-art\/","title":{"rendered":"PWMA x Arts with the Disabled Association of Hong Kong &#8211; Empathy Through Art"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Empathy Through Art: A Heartfelt Collaboration with Arts with the Disabled Association Hong Kong <br><br>On 26th July, as part of PWMA Apprentice Programme Community Service Project, we had the privilege of partnering with the Arts with the Disabled Association Hong Kong for a truly inspiring community initiative \u2014 the Yarn Basket Weaving Workshop, held at the Jockey Club Inclusive Art Workshop in Shek Kip Mei.<br><br>This special event was more than just a creative experience \u2013 it was a valuable lesson in empathy, inclusion, and patience. Grounded in the belief that persons with disabilities should be embraced as equals, rather than be treated with exception, the workshop reminded us of the importance of engaging with care and sincerity \u2014 to accompany, not patronize.<br><br>\ud83e\uddf6 Workshop 1: Volunteer Training<br>Led by disabled artist Chiu Wai-chi, participants were moved by her personal journey and inspired by her resilience. She taught us how to weave flower baskets using simple materials, demonstrating how art can bridge understanding and bring people together.<br><br>\ud83e\uddf5 Workshop 2: Weaving Together<br>Participants applied their new skills, assisted others, and co-created woven baskets in an atmosphere of mutual support. This hands-on session brought to life the joy of craft and community.<br><br>From training to weaving, what stood out most was the shared sense of purpose \u2014 to empower, to connect, and to learn from one another.<br><br>We are sincerely grateful to the Arts with the Disabled Association Hong Kong for their partnership, and to all the volunteers who contributed their time, open hearts and helping hands. Together, we continue to foster a culture of inclusivity and compassion in our community.<br><br>Special thanks to Raynard Cheng from UBS for his mentorship, and to the PWMA Apprentice Programme Community Service Project Committee, in particular Matthew Cheng and Sonia Song, for making this event possible!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-1 wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"10746\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Pic-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10746\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"10748\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Pic-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10748\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-3 wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"974\" height=\"1219\" data-id=\"10750\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Pic-3-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10750\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" data-id=\"10752\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Pic-4-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10752\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-5 wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1153\" height=\"980\" data-id=\"10754\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Pic-5-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10754\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1378\" data-id=\"10756\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Pic-6-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10756\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-7 wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" data-id=\"10758\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Pic-7-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10758\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" data-id=\"10760\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Pic-8-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10760\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"template":"","acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/tc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/events\/10745"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/tc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/events"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/tc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/events"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.pwma.org.hk\/tc\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10745"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}