While Hong Kong has made progress in workplace inclusion, a 2023 Equal Opportunities Commission study reveals that 63% of employers remain hesitant to hire persons with disabilities, often due to misconceptions about required support. Many SEN graduates, even after completing vocational training, face unnecessary barriers, with outdated stereotypes limiting their opportunities.
This is why Koo Foundation partnered with Fortress Hill Methodist School to strengthen their internship programme. By providing meaningful work experiences and comprehensive career guidance, we offer SEN students with the support they need to showcase their abilities and thrive in the workplace.
This is why Koo Foundation partnered with Fortress Hill Methodist School to strengthen their internship programme. By providing meaningful work experiences and comprehensive career guidance, we offer SEN students with the support they need to showcase their abilities and thrive in the workplace.
Programme Details
The programme at Fortress Hill Methodist Secondary School is designed to equip students with the necessary skills and confidence to succeed in the workforce. Centered on personalised career development, it includes tailored counseling, pre-internship training, and hands-on workshops in workplace communication and essential job skills.
40
students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) involved in 2024/25
20
graduates secured employment in 2024/25
Donations made by Koo Foundation were able to hire a career counsellor to guide students through individualised career planning and internship coordination. The Foundation also covered travel expenses and meal allowances, removing practical barriers to participation.
This holistic approach, which combines training, mentorship, and real-world experience, is breaking down stereotypes and creating a more inclusive future for SEN individuals. The two-year internship programme concluded in August 2025, resulting in 39 out of 79 Form Six students being successfully hired by employers, which reflects an approximate 49% employment rate for graduates.
The enthusiastic reviews make it clear - the programme is an incredible success. Not only has it helped these young individuals chart their professional paths, but it has also uncovered a remarkable pool of untapped potential, poised to become the next generation of talented, driven leaders.
As a proud sponsor of this transformative initiative, Koo Foundation is deeply inspired by the unwavering efforts and seamless collaboration between the students, faculty, families, and hiring companies. We hope that the graduates have come to realise that commencement is merely the start of an exciting new chapter, and with continued hard work, these bright minds will make an indelible mark on the world.
As a proud sponsor of this transformative initiative, Koo Foundation is deeply inspired by the unwavering efforts and seamless collaboration between the students, faculty, families, and hiring companies. We hope that the graduates have come to realise that commencement is merely the start of an exciting new chapter, and with continued hard work, these bright minds will make an indelible mark on the world.