Since 2023, we’ve helped over 30 disadvantaged youths with job placements, empowering them to unlock their potential. Brian, Toeby, Ann… There are many success stories just to name a few.

This year, in 2026, we’re thrilled to announce that our mandate is 80 individuals.

Through this programme, youths will be selected from our beneficiary partners to each receive a monthly scholarship award of up to HK$5,000 during their participation in the YES Programme.

This initiative aims not only to incentivise employers to provide stable employment opportunities but also to empower the youth to thrive and make significant contributions to their workplaces.

OUR BENEFICIARIES

Vocational Training Council’s Shine Skills Centre: Provides skills training & social support for individuals with special needs

Hong Kong Down Syndrome Association: Provides family & vocational support for Down Syndrome individuals

PROGRAMME DETAILS

Modes of Employment 
Full-time: Minimum 5 days/ week
Long-term Part-time: Minimum 2 days/ week

Remuneration
HK $75/ hour, with a one-hour lunch break

Scholarship disbursement
A monthly employment scholarship award of up to HK$5,000 per youth for up to 24 months

• Directly deposited into our beneficiary’s bank account as a scholarship award

• The youth’s monthly salary will be paid by the employer

*Disbursement is contingent upon the employer and beneficiary's commitment throughout the programme cycle

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA - EMPLOYERS

We are seeking employment partners who are eligible and committed to the cause of this programme to join the thread:

• Demonstrate a commitment to equal opportunities, and inclusive employment practices by providing accommodating measures and support systems for employees with diverse needs

• Willingness to provide professional growth and development opportunities

• Offer mentorship, coaching or training sessions, assist with skills development of the employee

• Provide a positive working environment that is respectful, and supportive with a considerable level of awareness towards the needs of their employees

• Engage in clear, regular communication, feedback sharing, problem-solving, and evaluations, and maintain a good employer-employee relationship/ rapport

** Prior experience in employing and supporting individuals with special needs, having an existing or established buddy system to provide additional support to employees with special needs is considered an advantage.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA - YOUTHS

• Aged 16 to 30

• A Hong Kong permanent resident

• Demonstrate a willingness to make a dedicated commitment to work for the entire duration of the 12-month scholarship cycle

• Have a passion for the field of Hospitality and a strong desire to pursue a career in this industry

• Interest in other industries is also accepted, please contact our Learning and Development Coordinator to further discuss at yuen@renhongkong.com.

HOW TO APPLY?

The following forms need to be filled out by the respective individuals:

(a) YOUTHS

Please complete the following form online OR fill in a physical/ paper form and return the scanned copy, along with these documents to yuen@renhongkong.com:

1) CV/ School Report
2) HKID Copy
3) A recent photo of yourself

b) EMPLOYERS

Please complete the following form online OR fill in a physical/ paper form and return the scanned copy to yuen@renhongkong.com

Since 2023, we have successfully placed YES youths into different organisations, learn more about their stories here.