PARTNERS
The following are partnering organisations which have supplied youngsters for the programmes, support or other services within the past 12 months without which Operation Breakthrough could not operate.
The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups
The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG) has grown into the territory's major youth work organization since it was established in 1960. It provides opportunities and facilities for the social, educational, cultural and physical development of young people. Income is from government subvention, grants from the Community Chest of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust, other trust funds, programme fees, and both private and corporate donations.
HKFYG is dedicated to setting up a youth membership network and providing quality services that solve young people's problems and promote healthy all-round development. Over 60 service units organize more than 10,000 activities annually. Attendance at programmes now stands at 5 million a year. We devote our resources and energy to twelve core services, all designed to meet young people's fast-changing needs.
Hong Kong Playground Association
Established in 1933, the Hong Kong Playground Association is a long-time non-profit social service organization supported by the Government. They have service units all over Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories, and their ultimate aim is always to enhance the healthy development of children and youth. The Association promotes the benefits and welfare of children, youth and the general public of Hong Kong by providing multifarious welfare services like social work services, recreational activities, educational programmes and vocational training.
The HKPA administer the after care services for the Police Discretion scheme in a number of Police Districts and they refer many of the children to activities organised by Breakthrough.
Evangelical Lutheran Church of Hong Kong (ELCHK) Youth Enhancement Scheme
As the name indicates the ELCHK Youth Enhancement Scheme is part of the Lutheran Church in HK. The Church is not only involved in religious work but also education and social work amongst other things. The social service ministry of the ELCHK began in August 1976, with the establishment of a youth centre in Shatin. On this foundation for social service, other projects and service units were developed including community development projects, school social work, hostels for the elderly, child care centres, children and youth centres, outreach teams, homehelp teams, and services for the mentally handicapped.
The ELCHK now has over 40 service units and 700 social workers serving among us.
As part of their youth work ELCHK are involved in administering the after care for the Police discretion scheme in a number of Police Districts. Through this work Breakthrough have established strong ties with ELCHK and many of our children participating in Breakthrough activities are referred through them.
The Society of Rehabilitation and Crime Prevention (SRACP)
The Society of Rehabilitation and Crime Prevention, Hong Kong is a registered voluntary charity group established in 1957. In 1966, they became a registered organization under the Hong Kong Government and have been subsidised by the Government since then. They are members of The Hong Kong Council of Social Services and sponsored by the Community Chest.
Their aim is to encourage the rehabilitation of offenders and released prisoners by providing suitable counseling, and to offer community education and crime prevention services to the public. They offer a wide range of rehabilitation services and community care including psychological services, accommodation and recreational facilities, court social work services, vocational training, promotion of community education and crime prevention so as to rehabilitate released prisoners and combat crime.
Within the Breakthrough setup they are partners with the rugby section mainly drawing children from the Wong Tai Sin area.
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Hong Kong Police
Operation Breakthrough was formed in 1998 by a number of Hong Kong Police officers who were concerned with the rise in juvenile crime and saw sport as being a means by which juveniles at risk could benefit and reduce the chances of recidivism. It is furthermore believed that there is a great mutual benefit from the interaction between Police officers who volunteer to assist in various Breakthrough activities and those participating in the programme.
Breakthrough owes much to those Police officers, both serving and retired who have devoted their own time to ensuring the success of the programme. The Police Force continues to show strong support for the Breakthrough initiatives and the programme is extremely grateful for the use of some Police facilities for various activities.
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Hong Kong Rugby Football Union
The Hong Kong Rugby Football Union assisted in the start-up of the Breakthrough rugby section. The first Head Coach was Rambo Leung from the Union's Performance Department, a legendary figure in local rugby development and the first Chinese player to represent Hong Kong. Since then there has always been at least one Union Development Officer involved with Breakthrough, and several of the older Breakthrough boys have gone on to complete coaching qualifications and now assist the Union in delivering programmes in local schools. In 2009 a Breakthrough graduate successfully applied for a full time position with the Union, and is now employed as a Community Rugby Officer. In addition, many of the Breakthrough boys and girls have their education supported through the Union's Charitable Trust scheme.
City Contemporary Dance Company
City Contemporary Dance Company was first founded in a building at Wong Tai Sin in 1979. Nowadays, our first home has become the dance landmark in Hong Kong.
At the beginning of 2004, the Company formed CCDC Dance Centre. The Centre on one side continues to realize the missions on dance education. On another side, it embarks on Partnership Programme aimed at facilitating the independent artists and organizations for their creation. As the dance landmark in Hong Kong, our rehearsing studios as well as the Jockey Club Dance Theatre create a supportive and ideal environment for dance development.
The in-house dance courses offer a great variety of choices and efficient training whereas our outreach programmes promote dance in various schools, town halls and communities in order to develop a wider audience basis. The Partnership Programme is a platform for dance creation, which offers artists rehearsal space, technical, and administration support. By organising alternative activities and experimental dance performances, the Centre provides an excellent meeting place for dance lovers and the artists. CCDC Dance Centre received the Hong Kong Dance Award 2005 for its outstanding contribution to Hong Kong dance education, promotion, and support.
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Adidas (HK) Ltd
Adidas (HK) Ltd have supported the Breakthrough Basketball programme since its inception. In addition to providing generous amounts quality playing kit and equipment, as well as monetary donations, Adidas (HK) Ltd support Basketball functions and competitions and the Adidas (HK) Ltd Basketball team competes with the Breakthrough team on a monthly basis.
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Blank Rome Solicitors & Notaries
Since its beginning, Blank Rome's core values of respect for the individual, the community, and the law have been expressed through its leadership in pro bono and community activities. Pro bono service is encouraged and supported across the Firm, through training and mentoring and a culture that recognizes the importance of ensuring that everyone has equal access to legal representation.
Blank Rome has an active pro bono committee and has adopted a formal pro bono policy that encourages each of its lawyers and paralegals to undertake at least 60 hours of pro bono service every year.
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British Chamber of Commerce
The British Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong is a dynamic, independent, non-government body which represents 500 companies of all sizes and origins. We bring our members together, facilitate the sharing of knowledge and experience, giving access to key resources and contacts to help build the profile of business.
The Chamber jointly hosts our annual boxing smoker which raises a substantial amount for our charity. The following is an excerpt from their magazine.
"It's hard not to be inspired by the passion, drive and dedication of the young boxers who stepped into the ring at this year's Boxing Smoker event. The Chamber once again worked with the Hong Kong Police to put on this unique event, where Chamber members and their guests enjoyed a fantastic evening's entertainment. Even guests who would perhaps not count themselves as fans of the sport were drawn into the drama. This event is the only event where the young people who train at the Hong Kong Police Boxing Club have chance to fight in front of a large high profile crowd; it's clear they love the big occasion and their energy is infectious!"
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Tanner de Witt
Tanner De Witt is a business law firm based in Hong Kong. The firm provides legal services to clients worldwide who have business interests in Hong Kong, China and the Asia Pacific Region. Our solicitors act for international groups and companies as well as local companies and individuals.
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The Boys' & Girls' Clubs Association
BGCA was founded in 1936 and incorporated in 1951. It has now developed into a well-founded organization, offering a wide range of services to children, youth and families from 3 to 35years old.
There are 73 services units serving various districts in Hong Kong with around 50,000 registered memberships. Its services include Integrated Service Centres, camp services, pre-school education, Small Group Homes, services for youth at risks, youth employment supportive services, family life education, school social work services, parent and children hotline and counseling services, etc.
With the mission of 'Nurture the Young Create the Future' and in response to the changing society and the needs of the target groups, the Association offers support during their growth, equip them with skills and helps build their development assets. BGCA also takes part in advocating a child-friendly community, aiming to raise public awareness of child issues and encourage the public to jointly build a better future for our children.