Migrant Writers of Hong Kong

Migrant Writers of Hong Kong Migrant Writers of Hong Kong is a page created for aspiring and talented migrant writers and artists in Hong Kong and around the world.

It is both a literary page for your creative writings and a home for your arts and creations.
-created March 30, 2021

THE WRITER'S TOOLBOX 4.0 Write to Empower: Creative Expressions for Migrant Domestic WorkersMigrant Writers of Hong Kong...
27/08/2026

THE WRITER'S TOOLBOX 4.0

Write to Empower: Creative Expressions for Migrant Domestic Workers
Migrant Writers of Hong Kong
PathFinders for Migrant Workers
HER Fund 婦女動力基金

Our 2nd workshop is coming:

:
September 30- Scripted : Lines from a Movie
YVONNE YU and JUSTYNA KABALA
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9:30 - 13:30
:
IDEAS STUDIO, TAI KWUN
LG2/F, Block 01, 10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong

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Meet our second Speakers:



Yvonne Yevan Yu is a writer and editor in Hong Kong. Her writing has appeared in Brick, The Massachusetts Review, The Times Literary Supplement, and elsewhere. She has facilitated creative writing workshops with communities such as Migrant Writers of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Baptist University, and The University of Hong Kong.



Justyna Kabała is an artist-filmmaker working on experimental and collaborative moving image projects with communities. Focusing on sharing authorial control of creative projects through co-directing films, her practice-based research aims to challenge the hierarchies and power relationships embedded in filmmaking production and dissemination activities. Born in Poland, Justyna lives and works in London, UK, and is a senior lecturer at London College of Communication, University of the Arts London.

If you wish to join, please connect with us at
WhatsApp number 92633242
Email us at [email protected]

Or simply click the link below 👇

https://forms.gle/bhuJ3otP7nfDQptu7

Hope to see you there!






23/08/2026

Bead it Together 2.0 empowers the crafting skills of migrant domestic workers alongside the power of storytelling behind each creative piece.




The Writers Toolbox 4.0Migrant Writers of Hong Kong PathFinders for Migrant Workers HER Fund 婦女動力基金 WE ARE WHAT WE EAT: ...
09/08/2026

The Writers Toolbox 4.0
Migrant Writers of Hong Kong
PathFinders for Migrant Workers
HER Fund 婦女動力基金

WE ARE WHAT WE EAT: FOOD AND CULTURE
August 9, 2026

We are what we eat, because food carries more than flavor, it carries memory, identity, and belonging.

When we arrive in a stranger's land, we often learn the new language of daily life first, the bus routes, the weather, the customs, and then, inevitably, the food. We taste, we adjust, and we begin to accept a culture that once felt distant. In that process, we may set aside parts of our own routines, not out of rejection, but out of survival. Over time, the new tastes start to feel familiar. We don’t just eat for hunger, we eat to connect.

But what does our food mean when the plate is finally in front of us? Is it only something to satisfy the day? Or does it reach deeper, into the places we keep our stories? Cooking a familiar dish can be an act of remembrance: the hands moving with confidence, the spices rising like a timeline, the aroma pulling childhood into the present. Sometimes we cook what our families request, or what employers expect, or what friends share. Sometimes we cook simply because we want comfort in a world that keeps changing.

The workshop today awakened all of that, hunger, yes, but also memories and stories we recognize as shared. Food reflects who we are, our habits, our preferences, our fears, our hopes. It reflects the world around us, our society, our culture, our emotions, our “US.” It becomes a bridge between here and there, between loss and adaptation, between silence and voice.

Thank you, dear participants, for showing up with your stories. Your experiences truly spiced up our beginning, and reminded us that every meal can be a chapter of resilience.




THE WRITER'S TOOLBOX 4.0 Write to Empower: Creative Expressions for Migrant Domestic WorkersMigrant Writers of Hong Kong...
03/08/2026

THE WRITER'S TOOLBOX 4.0

Write to Empower: Creative Expressions for Migrant Domestic Workers
Migrant Writers of Hong Kong
PathFinders for Migrant Workers
HER Fund 婦女動力基金

Our first session is approaching.

:
August 9 - We are what we eat: Food and Culture with Eva Wong
:
9:30 - 13:30
:
WYNG Activity Space, 16/F, Chun Wo Commercial Centre, 23-27 Wing Wo St, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

Meet our first Speaker:

Wong Yi is an award-winning Hong Kong writer, librettist, and one of the founding members and curators of Xi Xi Space.

She was an editor at Fleur des Lettres and host of “Book Review” on RTHK for many years.

In 2020, she was named one of 20 Young Sinophone Novelists to Watch by the Taiwanese literary magazine Unitas.

She is the author of four short story collections, including Ways To Love In A Crowded City (2021), and The Four Seasons of Lam Yip (2019).

She was the Hong Kong Writer-in-Residence for Hong Kong Baptist University’s first Chinese Writers Workshop in 2021, Writer-in-residence for Hong Kong Education University in 2023, and has participated in events such as the Singapore Writers Festival, Singapore Book Fair, Hong Kong International Literary Festival, and Taipei International Book Exhibition.

She currently teaches creative writing at Hong Kong Baptist University and various secondary schools in Hong Kong.

If you wish to join, please connect with us at
WhatsApp number 92633242
Email us at [email protected]

Or simply click the link below 👇

https://forms.gle/bhuJ3otP7nfDQptu7

Hope to see you there!






Our 5th year anniversary is not yet over. We are excited to continue the celebration through arts, crafts, and stories.O...
03/08/2026

Our 5th year anniversary is not yet over. We are excited to continue the celebration through arts, crafts, and stories.

Over the years, you have seen us grow as an organization. We have shared stories of empowerment, resilience, and dreams. Together, you have helped build this community—through your support, presence, and care. Now, it is our time to give back the support and love you have given us.

You are warmly invited to join us once again in “Bead it Together 2.0: Connecting Wonderful Stories One at a Time” in collaboration with the - GMGI - Guardians Magic Group Insight Worldwide HKSAR Chapter.

Date: 23 August 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Venue: BAMBOO HALL, OWWA (Overseas Workers Welfare Administration), 18th Floor, United Ce ntre
Address: 95 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong

We can’t wait to see you. Please refer to the poster and click the link to register.

https://forms.gle/2UiAqNwcX6yw3Nvn7

Thank you, and we look forward to celebrating together!







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Migrant Writers of Hong KongThe mission of Migrant Writers of Hong Kong is to provide a social media platform for talent...
24/07/2026

Migrant Writers of Hong Kong

The mission of Migrant Writers of Hong Kong is to provide a social media platform for talented and aspiring writers where they can freely share their thoughts through writings. We strive to ensure that literature maintains its proper prominence within our culture and to the country where we work. We hope that through our group and our writings, we can connect the gap between us and the locals of Hong Kong especially to our employers. We are also looking on ways to help individuals achieve their fullest potential as artists and human beings.

VISIONS:

Through Migrant Writers of Hong Kong we envisioned that:
*Migrant Writers of Hong Kong shall be a group that will attract literary types from all ages and genres.
*Migrant Writers of Hong Kong shall provide guidelines or workshops that will foster the artistic, intellectual and personal growth of our community.
*Migrant Writers of Hong Kong shall continue to grow it's community and will also remain open and responsive to changing conditions in the world of literature.
*Migrant Writers of Hong Kong upholds its commitment to a diverse community by nurturing an inclusive, supportive, and welcoming environment. We also deeply believe in the importance of lifting up the voices of those who've been traditionally marginalized or ignored—persons of color, refugees, the homeless, LGBTQ individuals, and others.
*Migrant Writers of Hong Kong shall take an active role in preserving the future of the literary arts through the writings of its members and shall serve as an advocate for the literary arts in society.
*Migrant Writers of Hong Kong shall tirelessly promote the belief that writing and reading create a deep understanding of ourselves and others, and thereby encourages compassion and empathy in our society.

The Writer’s Toolbox 4.0 is finally here! Migrant Writers of Hong Kong We warmly invite you to join us for an exciting...
17/07/2026

The Writer’s Toolbox 4.0 is finally here!

Migrant Writers of Hong Kong

We warmly invite you to join us for an exciting new series of creative workshops. Together, we will dive deep into creative expression by navigating the rich topics of food, culture, scriptwriting, film and zine making.

Whether you are a seasoned storyteller or picking up a pen for the very first time, this welcoming space is designed for you. These workshops are specifically crafted to offer a supportive community that amplifies the unique voices and lived experiences of migrant domestic workers. Through the power of writing and diverse multimedia creativity, your stories will take center stage.

Participants will explore how food and culture shape our identities, learn the foundations of scriptwriting, and gain hands-on skills in filmmaking and zine creation. It is a unique opportunity to learn new skills, connect with fellow writers, and share your perspective with the world.

This meaningful project is made possible through collaboration and community solidarity. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to PathFinders for Migrant Workers for their invaluable support. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to our funder, HER Fund 婦女動力基金, whose generous backing makes this entire series possible.

Come unlock your creative potential, discover new ways to express yourself, and join a community dedicated to uplifting your voice. Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today and be part of this transformative journey!

THE WRITER'S TOOLBOX 4.0
Write to Empower:
Creative Expressions for Migrant Domestic Workers

Event Timing:
9:30 - 13:30
AUGUST 9, 16, 30,
SEPTEMBER 13, 27
OCTOBER 11, 2026

Event Address: FOR THE FIRST SESSION

WYNG Activity Space, 16/F, Chun Wo Commercial Centre, 23-27 Wing Wo St, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

SECOND and succeeding SESSION venue TO BE CONFIRMED

Contact us at
WhatsApp number 92633242
Email us at [email protected]

Please click the link below 👇

https://forms.gle/bhuJ3otP7nfDQptu7

or simply scan the QR code in the poster to register

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!

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The Writer’s Toolbox 4.0 is finally here! Migrant Writers of Hong Kong We warmly invite you to join us for an exciting...
17/07/2026

The Writer’s Toolbox 4.0 is finally here!

Migrant Writers of Hong Kong

We warmly invite you to join us for an exciting new series of creative workshops. Together, we will dive deep into creative expression by navigating the rich topics of food, culture, scriptwriting, film and zine making.

Whether you are a seasoned storyteller or picking up a pen for the very first time, this welcoming space is designed for you. These workshops are specifically crafted to offer a supportive community that amplifies the unique voices and lived experiences of migrant domestic workers. Through the power of writing and diverse multimedia creativity, your stories will take center stage.

Participants will explore how food and culture shape our identities, learn the foundations of scriptwriting, and gain hands-on skills in filmmaking and zine creation. It is a unique opportunity to learn new skills, connect with fellow writers, and share your perspective with the world.

This meaningful project is made possible through collaboration and community solidarity. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to PathFinders for Migrant Workers for their invaluable support. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to our funder, HER Fund 婦女動力基金, whose generous backing makes this entire series possible.

Come unlock your creative potential, discover new ways to express yourself, and join a community dedicated to uplifting your voice. Spaces are limited, so secure your spot today and be part of this transformative journey!

THE WRITER'S TOOLBOX 4.0
Write to Empower:
Creative Expressions for Migrant Domestic Workers

Event Timing:
9:30 - 13:30
AUGUST 9, 16, 30,
SEPTEMBER 13, 27
OCTOBER 11, 2026

Event Address: FOR THE FIRST SESSION

WYNG Activity Space, 16/F, Chun Wo Commercial Centre, 23-27 Wing Wo St, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

SECOND and succeeding SESSION venue TO BE CONFIRMED

Contact us at
WhatsApp number 92633242
Email us at [email protected]

Please click the link below 👇

https://forms.gle/bhuJ3otP7nfDQptu7

or simply scan the QR code in the poster to register

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!

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The Migrant Writers of Hong Kong shall live in accordance with our established core values as 'WRITERS.' We shall also,...
16/07/2026

The Migrant Writers of Hong Kong shall live in accordance with our established core values as 'WRITERS.' We shall also, in all circumstances, stand for our mission and visions.
VALUES of ‘MIGRANT WRITERS of HONG KONG’
W – Wisdom
R – Resilience
I – Ingenuity
T – Togetherness
E – Equality
R – Realistic
S – Self-Expression

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Kowloon

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