Hong Kong Watch launches UK Parliamentary Workshop and Internship Programme

Hong Kong Watch is pleased to announce the launch of our Parliamentary Workshop and Internship Programme in the UK.

In recognition of many newly arrived Hong Kongers’ desire to participate in civic and political life in the UK, Hong Kong Watch will be hosting a one-day workshop. 

The one-day workshop on the UK Parliament will be held in London on Thursday 27 October 2022. It is an opportunity for Hong Kongers in the UK to receive training and learn more about the British political system, as well as meet Hong Kong Watch staff and Patrons. 

The day will be divided into talks by people in the British government and civil society who have experience related to Hong Kong, as well as interactive discussions on topics related to Hong Kong and the UK. There will be a focus on the UK Parliament, advocacy, communications, and the role of the international community. 

Hong Kongers with aspirations to work in politics, human rights, and other adjacent fields in the UK will be able to meet each other, and meet with people who are already working in the field. They will be able to meet people who have worked in British politics, Hong Kong-related advocacy, and hear about their experiences and directly ask them questions. 

Hong Kong Watch will also be launching a cross-party Parliamentary Internship Programme, for three Hong Kongers to be placed with three MPs in Parliament, running from January to April 2023. More details will be provided for workshop attendees.

Interested candidates should send their CV and a cover letter on why they are interested in this workshop (maximum one-page) by email to anouk@hongkongwatch.org by 14 October 2022. Please also email this address if you have any questions.