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Deadline:
on or before 13 Sep 2026 (Sun)

Programme Overview

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HKU Sustainability Leadership Programme (SLP) 2026-27, organised by the Sustainability Unit of Estates Office, empowers students to develop sustainability leadership skills and drive positive environmental changes throughout their university journey.

 

The programme features a flexible, multi-year framework where your experience accumulates over time — allowing you to advance your leadership pathway progressively across multiple academic years.

Applications are now open for the 2026-27 Cohort!

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We are recruiting passionate undergraduate students to drive HKU’s sustainability initiatives. Join us to develop practical skills, lead campus sustainability events, and receive remuneration in recognition of your contributions!

Programme Highlights​​

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Practical Skill Development

  • Participate in hands-on practical training and leadership development sessions delivered by experienced organisations and sustainability professionals

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Experiential Learning

  • Receive remuneration for supporting campus sustainability events and executing student-led activities

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Structured Leadership Pathway

  • Progress to higher leadership levels and gain recognition as you accumulate experience across academic years

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Exclusive Annual Rewards

  • Enjoy exclusive programme rewards, including a Coral Exploration at Hoi Ha Wan, upon fulfilling the required contribution hours

Programme Structure

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For the Academic Year 2026-27, members must choose either the Docent Team or the Workshop Team. Members will engage in targeted trainings and workshops to gain comprehensive understanding of sustainability issues while sharpening leadership, project management, and communication skills.

Docent Team

Campus Eco-Tours & Biodiversity

Workshop Team

Eco-Living & Green Education

Focus & Deliverables

Lead HKU Sustainability Campus Tours for the HKU community, and support campus biodiversity mapping

Design and facilitate interactive green lifestyle workshops for the HKU community

Skills & Learning Highlights

  • Eco-guiding techniques

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  • Campus ecology and biodiversity basics

  • Workshop facilitation and public speaking skills

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  • Visit to a local green organisation

The Leadership Progression Pathway

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A step-by-step pathway where your accumulated contributions translate into recognised leadership and higher levels.

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Level 1: Sustainability Ambassador

Core Role: Support and execute campus sustainability events & student-led activities

Requirement: Baseline Entry for all new members

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Level 2: Sustainability Leader

Core Role: Team leadership, project coordination and execution

Requirement: ≥40 cumulative contribution hours

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Membership Renewal Requirement

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To remain eligible for subsequent academic years, members must fulfil the following minimum contributions:​​

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  • Complete at least 5 contribution hours in Sustainability Unit-led events per academic year

  • Participate in at least one student-led activity within the first 2 years of joining the SLP

Recognition & Rewards

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At the end of the Academic Year 2026-27, members can unlock rewards and level-based recognition based on their cumulative contribution hours:​​​​​

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2026-27 Cohort Engagement Rewards​​​​​​​​​

Members who contribute at least 5 hours to Sustainability Unit-led events during the Academic Year 2026-27 are eligible to enjoy a ​Coral Exploration at Hoi Ha Wan

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Accumulative Recognition

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Certification and GreenU Points are awarded based on your contribution hours, which can be accumulated across multiple academic years:​​

Leadership Level

Eligibility

Recognition & Rewards

Sustainability Ambassador

≥ 15 Contribution Hours

  • Letter of Appreciation

  • 500 GreenU Points

Sustainability Leader

≥ 40 Contribution Hours

  • Certificate of Excellence

  • 1,000 GreenU Points

Important Dates

13 Sep 2026 (Sun)

Application Deadline

21 - 23 Sep 2026 (Mon-Wed)

Interview Period

10 Oct 2026 (Sat)

Orientation Day
(Compulsory for ALL members)

17 Oct 2026 (Sat)

Docent Team Training
(Compulsory for Docent Team)

31 Oct 2026 (Sat)

Workshop Team Training

(Compulsory for Workshop Team)

14 Nov 2026 (Sat)

Docent Team Assessment

(Compulsory for Docent Team)

21 Nov 2026 (Sat)

Workshop Team Field Visit

(Compulsory for Workshop Team)

Feb - Apr 2027

Student-led Activities Delivery

May 2027

  • Year-End Reflection

       (Compulsory for ALL members)

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  • Hoi Ha Wan Coral Exploration Tour

       Note:

  • Orientation Day and the Year-End Reflection are compulsory for all members

  • Team-specific sessions are compulsory only for members of that respective team

  • The programme timeline and activities are tentative and subject to change

Eligibility

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  • Full-time HKU students

  • Have a passion for or interest in sustainability

  • Possess a strong sense of responsibility and motivation, and be capable of effective communication and aligning expectations

Application Details

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  • Apply HERE by 13 September 2026 (Sun)

  • Shortlisted students will be invited for an interview by email (on or before 18 September 2026)

  • Interview will take place between 21 - 23 September 2026 (Mon-Wed)

FAQs

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​Q1: Is prior experience required to join?

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Answer:

​No! Our interactive and hands-on training sessions will equip you with the skills and confidence needed to support sustainability events, lead activities, and facilitate workshops effectively.

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Q2: Is the programme open to all study years?

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Answer:

Yes, all full-time HKU students are welcome. As the SLP is a progressive, multi-year programme, joining earlier gives you more opportunities to accumulate contribution hours and progress to higher leadership level across your academic years.

Enquiries

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Don't miss this opportunity to become a sustainability leader and make a positive impact on the HKU community. For any enquiries, please contact us at wastereduction@hku.hk

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