Carnival of Care and Harmony held today (with photos)

​The Carnival of Care and Harmony, organised by the Home Affairs Department, was held today (August 23). Through multicultural performances, interactive game booths, and sharing of service users' experiences, the event promoted interaction among people of different ethnicities, and showcased to the community the messages of care and inclusion. The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki, officiated the opening ceremony and delivered a speech. Other officiating guests included the Director of Home Affairs, Ms Priscilla To. Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Chan said friends from non-ethnic Chinese communities may still encounter challenges in their daily lives in Hong Kong, such as language barriers and cultural differences. Government bureaux and departments are dedicated to providing a wide range of support services to help them integrate more fully into society and realise their potential, so that Hong Kong can truly become a home for all. Mr Chan also said that there are currently 10 Support Service Centres for Ethnic Minorities, located in districts with larger populations of non-ethnic Chinese communities, running a diverse range of services and activities. Among these,