Make It Work HK by the French Chamber Foundation

Make It Work HK by the French Chamber Foundation MAKE IT WORK HK, by the French Chamber Foundation, was launched in 2015 by the French Chamber of Comm We want to make their lives better.

Our mission is to empower the working poor in Hong Kong.
480.000 people in Hong Kong are poor, despite one or more family member having a job. We offer:
- Access to community
- Career assistance
- Employment services
- Healthy meals. MAKE IT WORK HK counts with 3 centres in Hong Kong. Our platform enables the working poor to directly access social community, training and employment services; with a promise to create and sustain an improvement in their overall well-being.

[A Short Story of our beneficiary’s home visit — Through Delphine’s Eyes] Recently, Delphine, Board Member of The French...
05/10/2026

[A Short Story of our beneficiary’s home visit — Through Delphine’s Eyes]

Recently, Delphine, Board Member of The French Chamber Foundation, stepped into a narrow corridor of an old building in Kowloon with her young son beside her. They were visiting a beneficiary of the Make It Work HK programme — a woman in her mid 30s, living with her son in a sub divided flat no larger than a parking space. For years, this small room had been their entire world.

The mother welcomed them with a shy smile. Her story was one shared by many of Hong Kong’s working poor: limited education, migration from the mainland, a difficult family situation, and the heavy responsibility of raising a child alone. Without childcare support, full time employment was impossible. Survival depended on part time shifts, unstable income, and sheer resilience.

As Delphine listened, she found herself responding not only as a businesswoman, but as a mother. She noticed the boy’s quietness, the way he stayed close to his mother, the absence of space to play or study. She imagined what it would feel like to raise her own child in such conditions — the constant worry, the lack of choices, the invisible pressure of poverty that shapes every decision.

The visit was brief, but the impact was lasting. Delphine left with a deeper understanding of what poverty looks like in Hong Kong today: not only financial hardship, but isolation, limited opportunities, and the emotional weight carried by single parents who are doing their best with very little.

From her perspective, the experience reinforced a belief she has long held — that the business community has a meaningful role to play. Flexibility in the workplace, part time arrangements, family friendly policies, and inclusive hiring practices are not just HR strategies; they are lifelines for families like the one she met. When companies open doors, even small ones, they create pathways for dignity, stability, and hope.

Delphine hopes her visit will inspire more leaders to look beyond numbers and see the human stories behind Hong Kong’s working poor. Poverty is not distant — it lives in the same city, often just a few MTR stops away. And with compassion, creativity, and commitment, the business sector can help rewrite these stories.

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🔍📧Make It Work provides employment support services to assist working poor enhance their employability and offer job matching services as well. If you are interested in learning more about our charity work, please reach out to us at [email protected] | 2523 6818.

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[透過Delphine的視角 ─ 敍述關於受助者家訪的故事]

不久前,法國商會慈善基金董事會成員 Delphine 帶著年幼的兒子,走進九龍一棟舊樓宇內一條狹窄的走廊。他們此行是為了探訪樂進堂的受助者──一位三十多歲的母親,她與兒子一同居住在一間面積僅相當於一個停車位大小的「住宅」裡。多年來,這間小屋就是他們的整個世界。

這位母親帶著羞澀的微笑迎接他們。她的經歷是香港許多「在職貧窮」人士的縮影:教育程度有限、從內地移居香港、家庭境況艱難,以及需要獨自撫養孩子的沉重負擔。由於缺乏托兒支援,全職工作對她而言遙不可及;一家人的生計全靠零碎的兼職工作、不穩定的收入以及堅韌的毅力維持。

在探訪過程中,Delphine 不僅以商界人士的身份,更以母親的角度深切感受。她注意到屋內男孩的沉默寡言,以及他依偎在母親身邊的模樣,家中根本沒有空間讓他玩耍或學習。她試著想像,若自己在這樣的環境中撫養孩子,會是怎樣的情況——那種揮之不去的擔憂、無可選擇的無奈,以及貧困帶來的無形壓力,如何左右著每一個決定。

這次探訪雖然短暫,影響卻深遠。Delphine 離開時,對當今香港貧困的真實面貌有了更深刻的理解:貧困不僅僅意味著經濟拮据,更伴隨著孤立無援、機會匱乏,以及單親家長在資源極度匱乏的情況下,竭力支撐家庭所承受的沉重心理負擔。

這次探訪進一步堅定了她長久以來的信念:商界可以發揮非常重要的角色。彈性的工作安排、兼職機會、家庭友善政策以及包容性的人事措施,絕不僅僅是人力資源管理的策略,更像她所探訪的那個家庭一樣,是「救命稻草」。當企業敞開大門——即使只是微小的一扇門——便為這些家庭開闢了通往尊嚴、穩定與希望的道路。

Delphine 希望這次探訪能啟發更多企業領袖,不再僅僅專注於冰冷的數據,而是關注香港「在職貧窮」背後一個個鮮活的人生故事。貧窮並不遙遠──它就存在於這座城市之中,往往只隔著幾個地鐵站的距離。憑藉同理心、創造力與堅定的承諾,商界有能力幫助改寫這些故事。

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🔍📧樂進堂提供就業支援服務,協助有需要人士提升就業能力,配對合適工作。如果您有興趣了解更多關於我們的慈善服務,請透過電郵[email protected] | 或熱線 2523 6818 與我們聯繫。

#樂進堂 #法國商會慈善基金

[Boosting the Labor Market: "Career" CHECK-IN Job Fair🔍]According to the latest data released by the Hong Kong Governmen...
28/09/2026

[Boosting the Labor Market: "Career" CHECK-IN Job Fair🔍]

According to the latest data released by the Hong Kong Government, the unemployment rate for the period spanning June through August 2026 stood at 3.8%📉, corresponding to approximately 153,900 individuals without employment. Concurrently, certain industries continue to face substantial recruitment challenges, particularly with the food and beverage sector experiencing difficulties.

In line with the Foundation's mission, we recently organized the "Workplace CHECK-IN: Industry Mini-Expo💼" event. The initiative brought together multiple organizations to establish recruitment stations and conduct on-the-spot interviews, while also hosting guest speakers from diverse sectors to share industry insights. This comprehensive approach enabled grassroots participants/job seekers to develop a thorough understanding of prevailing market requirements and increase their chances of securing employment.

🩷We would additionally like to express our sincere gratitude to Infopro Digital for their volunteer contribution at the event's "CV Consultation Clinic📝," where they provided professional and constructive advice to grassroots individuals/job seekers. It definitely helping to enhance their competitiveness and increases their chances of securing employment.

The event opening up more employment opportunities for those in need, meanwhile facilitating the relationships between employers and prospective employees. We also anticipate driving the Hong Kong's labor market development and catalyze economic expansion.

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🔍📧Make It Work provides employment support services to assist working poor enhance their employability and offer job matching services as well. If you are interested in learning more about our charity work, please reach out to us at [email protected] | 2523 6818.

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[推動勞動就業市場‧「職」場 CHECK IN招聘會🔍]

根據香港政府最新公布的數據,2026 年 6 至 8 月的整體失業率為 3.8%📉,失業人數約為 153,900 人。其中,部分行業仍面臨招聘壓力,尤以餐飲服務業較為明顯。

貫徹基金會的使命,我們早前舉辦了「職場 CHECK IN 行業微博覽💼」,邀請多間企業設置求職攤位,提供即場面試機會;同時邀請不同界別的嘉賓講者分享行業資訊,助基層/求職人士掌握當前市場的需求與現況。

🩷此外,特別感謝 Infopro Digital 在活動中的「CV 診症室📝」擔任義工,為基層/求職者的履歷表提供專業且寶貴的建議,協助他們提升競爭力及成功獲聘的機會。

活動有效促進企業與求職者之間的連結,為有需要的人士開拓更多就業選擇,同時期望能推動本港就業市場的發展,促進經濟成長。

[家好月圓🎑🌕]初秋點點微涼之際🍂,正好是與摰愛親朋團圓團聚的好日子。樂進堂祝福你和你的家人中秋節快樂🌙,幸福滿載,安康美滿!==============[Full moon festival blessing🎑🌕]With the gen...
25/09/2026

[家好月圓🎑🌕]
初秋點點微涼之際🍂,正好是與摰愛親朋團圓團聚的好日子。樂進堂祝福你和你的家人中秋節快樂🌙,幸福滿載,安康美滿!

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[Full moon festival blessing🎑🌕]
With the gentle arrival of early autumn air🍂, it's a perfect moment to gather with family and friends. Make It Work extends heartfelt wishes to you and your family for a joyful Mid-Autumn Festival🌙, brimming with hope and happiness!

21/09/2026

【職涯起飛✈️!職場 Check In 行業微博覽】

🔥 免費入場|即場面試|專業履歷診症與證件照拍攝

想了解職場資訊💼、尋找彈性或家庭友善的工作?無論你是想重返職場的女性、正在尋找新機會的待業朋友,或是想增強面試競爭力的求職者,這個活動絕對不能錯過!

由浸信會愛羣社會服務處主辦的「家庭友善就業支援計劃」年結活動即將登場!現場除了有多家企業提供即場面試機會📝,還有免費就業求職諮詢及支援服務👥,助你展翅高飛✈️!

📍 活動詳情
日期:2026 年 9 月 23 日(星期三)
時間:上午 11:00 – *下午 6:00
🔔*(最後入場時間: 下午5時30分)🔔

地點:荃灣荃新天地 1 期中庭
對象:婦女、基層失業人士、待業及公眾人士

活動精彩亮點:
💼 企業招聘與即場面試:直接對接僱主,了解職位要求

🌷「綻放妳力量」主題座談: 透過嘉賓分享與交流,鼓勵婦女發掘潛能、提升職場經濟自主

🎤六場行業分享: 獲取最新職場資訊及了解發展前景

📄 CV 診症室: 專人協助修改履歷,提升獲取面試機會

📸 專業求職照拍攝: 提升形象,加深僱主第一印象

Check in 報到!職涯起飛,就在今天!
👉 點擊連結免費登記入場:https://forms.gle/Qvhb1fYqDyGBh3QXA

*登記出席人士可獲精美文件夾 及 求職筆 乙份 (數量有限,送完即止)

#浸信會愛羣社會服務處 #開飯 #社區支援 #豈止開飯 #家庭友善就業支援計劃 #就業支援 #生活支援 #行業微博覽 #招聘 #成功就業 #職涯起飛 #上流向上飛騰 #釋放婦女勞動力 #法國商會慈善基金 #樂進堂

[“Make the Dream Works✨” Episode One – Build your own personal branding]Self-awareness and developing a personal brand a...
15/09/2026

[“Make the Dream Works✨” Episode One – Build your own personal branding]

Self-awareness and developing a personal brand are essential steps prior to looking for a job, transitioning careers, or even starting a business. Recently, Make It Work introduced a short-term initiative titled "Make the Dream Works," which comprises a series of workshops aimed at assisting participants in achieving greater self-awareness, discovering their inherent talents, and effectively strategizing their career pathway.

The series of workshops encompassed:
• 🧠Achieving a more profound comprehension of personality characteristics via Enneagram evaluation;
• 🏷️With the support of a mentor during panel discussions, participants can discard intangible or negative self-perceptions and redefine their personal brand image;
• 🖥️Beginning with straightforward image creation, exploring how AI can enhance everyday activities and work tasks.
"Make the Dreams Works✨" program continues, and the journey of pursuing dreams is far from over; and we look forward to the exciting stages that await us!
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[「發現夢想✨」第一篇 ─ 幫自己做 Marketing]

在求職、轉職乃至創業之前,認識自我並建立個人品牌相當重要。最近,樂進堂舉辦了一個以「發現夢想」為主題的短期計劃,開設了一系列工作坊,讓會員更深入了解自己,並從中探索天賦才能,妥善規劃職涯發展。

一系列工作坊包括:
• 🧠透過九型人格分析,深入了解自己的性格特質;
• 🏷️在導師的指導下,與其他會員敞開心扉,撕去一些無形或負面的標籤,重新塑造自己的品牌形象;
• 🖥️從簡單的照片生成入手,了解 AI 如何幫助輕鬆應對日常生活或工作。

追夢的旅程尚未結束,「發現夢想」計劃仍在持續進行,讓我們共同期待下一站的精彩旅程!

[Empowering the future – CEO’s Dialogue👩🏻‍💼👨🏻‍💼💬]In the upcoming year, the Foundation aims to enhance employment support...
07/09/2026

[Empowering the future – CEO’s Dialogue👩🏻‍💼👨🏻‍💼💬]

In the upcoming year, the Foundation aims to enhance employment support services for youth, assisting them in navigating the uncertainty often experienced when first entering the workforce.

Young individuals— ranging from recent graduates to those at the start of their careers— often feel uncertain or confused about their future professional paths and life directions. With this in mind, we had the honor last weekend of hosting a group of esteemed speakers🎤, which included representatives from the innovation and entrepreneurship sectors of the Greater Bay Area, cross-sector CEOs, and leaders in venture capital and branding. They shared their personal experiences, practical insights into the workplace, and perspectives on industry trends. Sharing also covers topics such as brand marketing and the feasibility of working outbound. The impactful and enlightening messages they conveyed will undoubtedly be of great value to the young participants.

We encourage young people to engage in in-depth dialogue with these speakers, whether the subjects are about further education, job hunting, career transitions, or entrepreneurship. 💡 Every single word shared by the speakers was truly inspiring, any wise saying could even reshape the course of their lives🎯!

🩷🤝🏻 Special thanks to the guest speakers for their generous sharing (in no particular order):

_Mr. Colin C. Chau (CEO of Quintar Capital)
_Ms. Nancy Yee(Founder of Aurora Intelligence)
_Ms. Rebecca Fox (Multinational Corporation Consultants)
_Mr. Po Tat Tse (Chairman and Executive Director of Hung F**k Tong)
_Dr. Wong Yan Wah (Chairman of GBA Youth Innovation And Entrepreneurship Centre)

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🔍📧Make It Work provides employment support services to assist working poor enhance their employability and offer job matching services as well. If you are interested in learning more about our charity work, please reach out to us at [email protected] | 2523 6818.
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[啟迪未來 ─ 與CEO 的對話👩🏻‍💼👨🏻‍💼💬]

基金會來年的方向將聚焦於將就業支援服務拓展至基層青年,幫助他們在剛踏入社會的階段,助其走出迷惘。

從剛畢業到初入職場的青少年,對自己未來的職業或人生方向,往往感到迷茫與困惑。有鑑於此,過去的週末,我們有幸邀請多位講者🎤,包括大灣區創育代表、跨界別CEO、創投及品牌領袖,與年輕人分享他們的心路歷程、實戰職場經驗及行業前瞻;其中講者們亦提及到如何建立自家品牌以及跨地域發展的可行性。💡講者們字字鏗鏘的分享,必定令年輕人受益匪淺。

無論是在求學、求職、工作轉型或創業的課題上,我們都鼓勵年輕人與講者進行深入交流。他們的一言一語,確實為年輕人帶來了啟發,其中的至理名言甚至有可能改寫他們的人生🎯!

🩷🤝🏻特別鳴謝是次活動嘉賓講者無私的分享和參與 (排名不分先後):
✦ 周承嶸先生(Quintar Capital Limited 行政總裁)
✦ 余嘉恩女士(Aurora Intelligence 創辦人)
✦ 霍淑華女士(跨國出海企業商業諮詢及理財顧問)
✦ 謝寶達先生(鴻福堂集團控股有限公司主席兼執行董事、香港餐飲聯業協會會長、香港品牌發展局理事)
✦ 黃恩華教授(粵港澳大灣區青年創新與創業聯盟主席)及導師團隊

[The Little Dreamer And Leadership Learning Program – Episode 3 👦🏻👧🏻💭] Let’s embrace the last moments of summer☀️⛱️! The...
26/08/2026

[The Little Dreamer And Leadership Learning Program – Episode 3 👦🏻👧🏻💭]

Let’s embrace the last moments of summer☀️⛱️! The "Little Dreamer" initiative continues to provide various summer events for our young participants to enjoy.

"Emerging Sports Experience Class" – We have invited a professional coaching team🏁 renowned for their ability to infuse energy and enthusiasm into their sessions. The coaches integrate fun games into sports activities, allowing the children to do exercise in a happy way while learning the importance of teamwork. Sport is truly an essential element that encourages children to forge ahead with strong bodies and good sportsmanship🏅.

"Visit to the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Hong Kong)" – Young members have the chance to experience being a dog trainer for a day and have a chance to visit the pet adoption department🐕🐈. The visit allows the children to learn about the industry, while nurturing patience and empathy from an early age. These varied experiences sow a seed🌱 in their hearts, establishing a strong basis for their future development.

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💭The Little Dreamer Program aims at alleviating the pressure of parents, providing self-development workshops for children between 6 and 12 years old. The program is designed to assist them in discovering their identities and recognizing their innate talents. The Foundation offers customized support aligned with their strengths and preferences, encouraging them to pursue their dream.

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【夢想『童』行 ─ 第三篇👦🏻👧🏻💭】

捉緊夏天的尾巴☀️⛱️,「夢想『童』行計劃」持續安排多元暑期活動,讓小會員盡情參與。

「新興運動體驗班」── 我們邀請了專業且擅長帶動氣氛的教練團隊🏁,將豐富有趣的遊戲融入運動中,引導小朋友在遊戲中進行帶氧運動,同時學習團隊合作的重要性。讓孩子們帶著強健的體魄與不輕言放棄的運動員精神🏅,勇往直前!

「參觀香港愛護動物協會」── 小會員親身體驗擔任一日狗隻訓練員,並參觀寵物領養部🐕🐈,讓他們了解相關行業的性質,同時從小培養耐心與同理心。不同的活動體驗,能在孩子心中種下一顆小種子🌱,為日後成長奠定良好基礎。

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💭「夢想『童』行計劃」旨在幫助家長減輕育兒壓力與經濟負擔,主要為6至12歲的在學兒童提供一個追尋夢想的平台。計劃開設自我成長工作坊,協助他們在過程中探索自我,了解自身天賦與才能,並根據他們的專長與興趣,提供相應支援,鼓勵他們堅持目標,向夢想進發。

[Build a Solid Foundation for Job Hunting]Make It Work has recently introduced a "Pre-employment Preparation Workshop👩🏻‍...
20/08/2026

[Build a Solid Foundation for Job Hunting]

Make It Work has recently introduced a "Pre-employment Preparation Workshop👩🏻‍💼" tailored for women who have been away from the workforce for a period of time. This workshop provides professional guidance and essential job-seeking skills to enhance their chance of a success interview.

Management from the human resources department has been invited to teach participants about resume-writing strategies📝 and interview techniques, as well as to facilitate one-on-one mock interviews that provide valuable, practical insights. Furthermore, 💄makeup artists from renowned international brands have generously volunteered their time to demonstrate makeup techniques appropriate for interviews, along with advice on attire, body language, and maintaining a professional demeanor. Every detail can significantly influence the success of a job application!

🩷We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the corporate volunteers for their help and support, and we hope our members will be very well prepared to re-enter the job market.

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🔍📧Make It Work provides employment support services to assist working poor enhance their employability and offer job matching services as well. If you are interested in learning more about our charity work, please reach out to us at [email protected] | 2523 6818.

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【打好求職基礎‧為職前做足準備]

樂進堂早前特別為離開職場較長時間的婦女開設了「求職預備班👩🏻‍💼」,為她們提供專業指導與實用的求職技巧,提升成功獲聘的機會。

早前,我們邀請了人力資源部的主管,為會員教授撰寫履歷表📝的技巧及面試小貼士,並進行了一對一的模擬面試,為求職者提供寶貴且實用的建議。同時,我們亦邀請了來自國際品牌的化妝師💄,他們以義工身份教授見工時的化妝技巧,以及合適的服裝、肢體語言和態度等。每一個細節,都可能成為成功求職的關鍵!

🩷衷心感謝各企業義工的支持與協助,期盼求職會員能充分準備,順利重返職場!

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🔍📧樂進堂提供就業支援服務,協助有需要人士提升就業能力,配對合適工作。如果您有興趣了解更多關於我們的慈善服務,請透過電郵[email protected] | 或熱線 2523 6818 與我們聯繫。

#法國商會慈善基金 #樂進堂 #家庭友善就業支援計劃

[The Little Dreamer And Leadership Learning Program – Episode 2 👦🏻👧🏻💭]Our Children’s initiative, The Little Dreamer and ...
10/08/2026

[The Little Dreamer And Leadership Learning Program – Episode 2 👦🏻👧🏻💭]

Our Children’s initiative, The Little Dreamer and Leadership Learning Program, has successfully concluded its initial phase of activities. With the target of our low-income member’s family, the primary objective is to assist their children in self-discovery, identifying their strengths and talents, and guiding them in formulating a career blueprint from an early age🧩 🚶🏻‍♀️.

Moving on to the next phase, right in the midst of the hot summer break☀️⛱️, we have organized some enjoyable and relaxing activities. First up were the "Baking Workshop🍪" and the "World of Tie-Dye🎨🫟". With a variety of activities designed, we hope the children can alleviate the stress from school and cultivate new interests through these workshops, ensuring they have a rewarding and meaningful holiday.

Looking forward to the next stop on our Dream journey🪄🎈!

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🔍Make It Work provides employment support services to assist working poor enhance their employability and offer job matching services as well. If you are interested in learning more about our charity work, please reach out to us at [email protected] | 2523 6818.

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【夢想『童』行」─ 第二篇 】
我們的夢想「童」行計劃,早前已完成第一階段的活動 ── 重點讓小學員認識自我,了解自己的長處與專長,幫助他們從小建立未來的職業藍圖🧩 🚶🏻‍♀️。

進入下一個階段,正值炎熱的暑假☀️⛱️,我們安排了一些輕鬆的活動。首先登場的是「烘焙工坊🍪」和「彩染世界🎨🫟」;多元化的活動設計,希望能讓小學員暫時放下學業壓力,並從工作坊中培養各種興趣,度過一個充實而有意義的假期。

期待下一站的夢想之旅🪄🎈!
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🔍樂進堂提供就業支援服務,協助有需要人士提升就業能力,配對合適工作。如果您有興趣了解更多關於我們的慈善服務,請透過電郵[email protected] | 或熱線 2523 6818 與我們聯繫。

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