I am deeply committed to ensuring that The University of Hong Kong (HKU) provides comprehensive support and resources for students with special educational needs (SEN).

The data from the last ten years at HKU clearly demonstrates a significant increase in the population of students registered with special education requirements. This upward trend partly reflects our growing awareness of diverse learning needs on campus. It is our duty to adapt and respond to these changes, ensuring robust and tailored support systems for each student.

Through consolidating HKU’s achievements in its enhancement of the SEN services and resources, this integrated website testifies to our commitment to empowering both students and faculty/ staff. By providing various avenues for engagement, we aim to instill hope and increase the overall sense of efficacy among our students with SEN, while equipping our faculty and staff with the necessary resources to support them effectively.

CEDARS will continue its efforts to collaborate with all other university units to enhance navigation and accessibility for our students to success. CEDARS-SEN Support serves as a one-stop-shop, helping students easily identify and access appropriate support, from academic accommodations and assistive technologies to counselling and mental health resources, creating seamless experience for students with SEN.

As the Dean of Student Affairs, I am dedicated to cultivating an environment where every student can access the support and resources they need to succeed. Launching this website, “Inclusion for Success”, is a significant step forward, but we must also make creative and persistent efforts to increase its visibility – a crucial step to ensure its impact. This combined approach is central to our ongoing efforts to build an inclusive and empowering campus community.

Professor Samson Tse
Dean of Student Affairs
September 2024