獲「民青局青年內地交流資助計劃」資助，「香港青年獎勵計劃金章級團體生活科『築目北京』交流團」已於7月29日至8月2日圓滿舉行！

參加者透過五日四夜的活動，考察北京的古今建築，包括鳥巢（國家體育場）、水立方（國家游泳中心）、故宮博物院及萬里長城等著名建築地標，從建築藝術的角度認識國家的歷史及城市發展成就。行程亦安排了首開集團的古建工作坊，讓參加者親身嘗試中國古建築彩畫及模型拼裝，從中感受中國古建築文化的魅力。

行程期間，參加者更有機會到訪香港特別行政區駐北京辦事處，並透過參訪「融愛融樂心智障礙者家庭支持中心」，認識中國內地的公益機構運作模式，同時學習如何與社會上不同需要的人士共融相處。此外，參加者亦有機會與「愛丁堡公爵國際獎—中國」的參加者互相交流，分享獎勵計劃旅程的寶貴經驗及感受，收穫豐富！

With the support of “2026-27 HYAB Funding Scheme for Youth Exchange in the Mainland”, the AYP Beijing Residential Project Programme 2026 was successfully held from 29 July to 2 August!

Through the 5-day-4-night programme, participants explored Beijing's ancient and modern architectural landmarks, including the Bird’s Nest (The National Stadium), the Water Cube (the National Aquatics Centre), the Palace Museum, and the Great Wall. Through the lens of architectural art, they gained a deeper understanding of the nation's history and its urban development achievements. The itinerary also included an ancient architectural heritage workshop organised by the Shokai Group, where participants had the opportunity to try their hand at traditional Chinese architectural decorative painting and model assembly, allowing them to experience the charm of China's ancient architectural culture first-hand.

During the trip, participants also visited the Office of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in Beijing, and learned about the operational model of charitable organisations in Chinese Mainland through a visit to the Rong Ai Rong Le Family Support Centre, as well as how to interact inclusively with people of diverse needs in society.

In addition, they had the opportunity to exchange views with participants of The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award China, sharing valuable experiences and insights from their Award journey. The experience was highly rewarding!

為慶祝AYP成立65周年，總辦事處於2025年11月至2026年8月期間，舉辦「AYP金章級野外鍛鍊科遠足訓練課程 – Let's GOLD Australia」。參加者在香港完成訓練後，在2026年8月11日至17日期間，前往澳洲格蘭坪國家公園進行評核旅程。

這次旅程不僅讓學員掌握遠足、營藝及行程規劃等技巧，更難得的是能夠踏出香港，在澳洲這個截然不同的陌生環境中挑戰自我、開闊眼界。

沿途走過崎嶇的地形，面對變幻莫測的天氣，但他們憑藉團隊合作與堅毅的精神，最終成功克服種種挑戰，攜手走到終點，也收穫了珍貴的友誼。希望這次課程的經歷，能化作他們個人成長與突破的養分。

是次活動得以圓滿舉行，衷心感謝各贊助機構的支持，包括亞洲金融慈善基金有限公司、東保慈善基金及EIKOWADA Limited。同時亦感謝導師團隊在整個訓練及旅程中的悉心指導與陪伴。

To celebrate the 65^th anniversary of AYP, the Award Office organised the AYP Gold Level Hiking Adventurous Journey Training Course (Hiking) 2025/26 - "Let's Gold Australia," held from November 2025 to August 2026. After completing their training in Hong Kong, participants undertook their assessment journey in Australia’s Grampians National Park from 11 to 17 August 2026.

This journey not only equipped participants with essential skills in hiking, campcraft and route planning, but also offered them a rare opportunity to step beyond Hong Kong and challenge themselves in the unfamiliar and distinctive environment of Australia, broadening their horizons along the way.

Trekking through rugged terrain and coping with unpredictable weather, the participants demonstrated remarkable teamwork and resilience. They successfully overcame a variety of challenges and reached the finish line together, forging lasting friendships in the process. It is hoped that the experiences gained from this course will serve as a foundation for their personal growth and self-development.

The success of this activity would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors, including AFH Charitable Foundation Limited, Tunbow Charity Foundation Limited and EIKOWADA Limited. We would also like to express our sincere gratitude to the instructor team for their dedicated guidance and companionship throughout the training and the journey.