Concurrent Sessions
The Asian Family Summit (AFS) is one of the programmes organised by the Consortium of Institutes on Family in the Asian Region (CIFA) to echo the call of the United Nations to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the International Year of the Family (IYF+30) 2024. The AFS, along with other programmes of the “Jockey Club Professional Development Initiatives on Family Services”, are sponsored by the Jockey Club SMART Family-Link Project which is initiated and funded by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust.
28 – 29 December 2024
Concurrent Session 1
Date: 28 December (Day 2)
Time: 9:00 am - 10:15 am
Group A:
Theme: Positive parenting and family resillience
Venue: Grand Hall
| Presenter | Organisation(s) | Region | Title of Abstract |
| Abstracts | |||
| Guang-Yi LIU | Children and Family Research Center, Taiwan University | Taiwan | Parenting Styles as Predictors of Sleep Problems Among Taiwanese Primary School Children |
| Yuen-Han MO | Hong Kong Shue Yan University | Hong Kong SAR, China | Learn to be a Compassionate Parent--Non-violent Communication Intervention |
| Jessica LING | The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups | Hong Kong SAR, China | 「從父母開始」Start from Parents Project |
| Ka-Man YUEN | Hong Kong Christian Service | Hong Kong SAR, China | Developing a Child-Friendly Community: Unlocking the Potential of Families in Multidisciplinary Setting by the 5E approach |
Group B:
Theme: Positive parenting and family resilience
Venue: Classroom LG. 18
| Presenter | Organisation(s) | Region | Title of Abstract |
| Abstracts | |||
| Holden CHU | Child Welfare League Foundation | Taiwan | Strengthening Family Well-Being to Prevent Violence: Innovative Practices and Outcomes |
| Connie Tsz-Yau AU YEUNG | The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups | Hong Kong SAR, China | Strengthening Families Program – Exploring the Effectiveness of Family-Based Intervention for the Prevention of Drug Abuse |
| Abraham Wai-Yat NG | Caritas - Hong Kong | Hong Kong SAR, China | Exploring the Impact of Online Service Learning on Character Strengths Development among Hong Kong Secondary School Students and Their Families in the Context of the COVID-19 Pandemic: A Qualitative Intervention Study |
| Lien PHAN Thi Kim | World Vision International in Vietnam | Viet Nam | Celebrating Families: Toward transformed social norms and child well-being |
Group C:
Theme: Urbanisation and adaptation of family, & Migration and family life cycle
Venue: Classroom LG. 34
| Presenter | Organisation(s) | Region | Title of Abstract |
| Abstracts | |||
| Ting CAO | Kunming Medical University | China | Transformation of Family Support for Elders in Yunnan: A Case Study on Urbanization's Impact in a Minority Village |
| Yao FU | The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Hong Kong SAR, China | Exploring the Impact of Parental Migration on Family Functioning in Indonesia and the Philippines: A Comparative Longitudinal Study |
| Iris Kam-fung LIU | International Social Services-HK | Hong Kong SAR, China | Reflecting Upon the Services of Building Capital among Cross-border Students in Hong Kong |
| Amaralak KHAMHONG | World Vision Foundation of Thailand | Thailand | Local Solutions to Universal Health Coverage for Migrant Families |
Concurrent Session 2
Date: 29 December (Day 3)
Time: 9:00 am - 10:15 am
Group A:
Theme: Intergenerational connectedness & family caregiving
Venue: Grand Hall
| Presenter | Organisation(s) | Region | Title of Abstract |
| Abstracts | |||
| Herman LO | The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Hong Kong SAR, China | A Brief Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Caregivers of Frail Older Adults |
| Ke MA | The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Hong Kong SAR, China | Dynamics in Three-Generational Chinese Families: Conflict, Solidarity, and Ambivalence |
| Bawany CHINAPAN | Andolfi Family Therapy Center | Malaysia | The Essence Behind the Adolescent Mask |
| Sherlynn CHAN | MIP Care Resources Connect | Hong Kong SAR, China | Exploring the Benefits of Setting Up a Central Depository for Storage & Retrieval of the Three Instruments of Peace in Hong Kong |
Group B:
Theme: Intergenerational connectedness & family caregiving, & Gender equality and empowerment, & Innovative practices and programmes for promoting family well-being
Venue: Classroom LG. 18
| Presenter | Organisation(s) | Region | Title of Abstract |
| Abstracts | |||
| Alex Ho-Ming LAM | Social Welfare Department | Hong Kong SAR, China | Gender Identity Issues as a Gap or Bridge between Transgender Adult Children and Their Parents |
| Cyril CHUNG | Caritas Hong Kong | Hong Kong SAR, China | Evolving Parental Roles in Hong Kong: Addressing Changing Stress Dynamics through a Gender-Responsive 'Single-Session Consultation' Approach |
| Yanping XU | Shanghai Social Worker Agency for Public Affairs | China | Effectiveness of a Photovoice‐based Intervention in Enhancing the Social Networks of impoverished seniors: A Randomized Controlled Trial |
Group C:
Theme: Evaluating the impact of family well-being policies and interventions, & Evidence-based poliocy making for family well-being
Venue: Classroom LG. 34
| Presenter | Organisation(s) | Region | Title of Abstract |
| Abstracts | |||
| Irwan Nadzif MAHPUL | National Population and Family Development Board | Malaysia | Measuring the Malaysian Family Well-Being in Assessing Policy and Program Interventions Effectiveness |
| Nga-Yan HUI | The University of Hong Kong | Hong Kong SAR, China | A Preliminary Analysis on the Effectiveness of In-home Respite Care for Caregivers of Older Adults in Hong Kong |
| Jenny LOK | City University of Macau | Macau SAR, China | The Exploration of the Associations of Work Stress, Work Autonomy, Family-friendly Policy Perception, and the Value of Parenthood in Impacting Willingness for Childbirth among Employees in Macau |
| Michael Hong-Ting FOK | Hong Kong Family Welfare Society | Hong Kong SAR, China | The Evolving Trend of Family Wellbeing in Hong Kong: Comparison on Three Waves of Surveys |
Concurrent Session 3
Date: 29 December (Day 3)
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Group A:
Theme: The role of Technology in Enhancing Family Well-being
Venue: Grand Hall
| Presenter | Organisation(s) | Region | Title of Abstract |
| Abstracts | |||
| Lucille Lok-Sun NGAN | Hang Seng University of Hong Kong | Hong Kong SAR, China | Transnational Aging and Digital Technologies: The Everyday Experiences of Older Hong Kongers in Transnational Contexts |
| Chin-Fen CHANG | Taipei University | Taiwan | A Study on the Acceptance and Use of ICT by Family Service Workers in Taiwan: the Impact of Work Experience and Self-efficacy |
| Elim YEUNG | The Salvation Army | Hong Kong SAR, China | E-Outreach Solutions: Utilizing Technology to Expand Support for Separated and Divorced Families |
| Ge-Hao YANG | The University of Hong Kong | Hong Kong SAR, China | Community-oriented Longitudinal Database and LGCM Trajectory Tracking of Health-related Quality of Life |
Group B:
Theme: Domestic violence and fostering safe family environment, & Positive parenting and family resilience
Venue: Classroom LG. 18
| Presenter | Organisation(s) | Region | Title of Abstract |
| Abstracts | |||
| Wallace Wai-Hung TSANG | Hong Kong Shue Yan University | Hong Kong SAR, China | Psychological Trauma, Shame and Ambivalence in Fatherhood of Male Survivors of Intimate Partner Violence |
| Ricky A. BUNAO | House of Refuge Foundation | Philippines | ERPATs MOVE to End Domestic Violence |
| Salina Siu-Ying HO | Social Welfare Department | Hong Kong SAR, China | Challenges Faced by Adoptive Families and How Clinical Psychological Service Branch (CPSB) Helps |
Group C:
Theme: Climate change, health and well-being & Healthy lifestyle in urbanisation context & Evidence-based poliocy making for family well-being
Venue: Classroom LG. 34
| Presenter | Organisation(s) | Region | Title of Abstract |
| Abstracts | |||
| Sit-Fong LOH | Silver Lining Psychology Specialist | Malaysia | In Reminiscence of 2004 Tsunami in Acheh – Impact on Mental Health, and How Community and Family Resilience Play a Role in Recovery |
| Yi-Ting CHEN | Child Welfare League Foundation (CWLF) | Taiwan | Mindfulness in the City: A Study on Enhancing Stress Resilience and Well-Being through a Digital Platform |
| Bitna KIM | Sam Houston State University, Texas | United States of America | Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): Insights from an Umbrella Review and Implications for Practice, Intervention, and Future Research in Asian Societies |
Concurrent Session 4
Date: 29 December (Day 3)
Time: 4:05 pm - 5:20 pm
Group A:
Theme: Innovative practices and programmes for promoting family well-being
Venue: Grand Hall
| Presenter | Organisation(s) | Region | Title of Abstract |
| Abstracts | |||
| Monica Wai-Ling CHEUNG | Caritas Family Service (Hong Kong) | Hong Kong SAR, China | Innovative use of technology on marital work for marriage enrichment: An impact assessment and reflection in family service development using ICT |
| Wallace Wai-Hung TSANG | Hong Kong Shue Yan University | Hong Kong SAR, China | Engaging Mothers in Supporting Husbands’ Fatherhood in Chinese Families - A Group Intervention Approach |
| Ka-Ki WONG | The Hong Kong Anti-Cancer Society | Hong Kong SAR, China | Cancer Support Service for young survivors and their families |
| Ee Lyn POH | Fei Yue Community Services | Singapore | Nuts and Bolts of Building a Volunteer-Based Marriage Mentoring Program |
Group B:
Theme: Innovative practices and programmes for promoting family well-being
Venue: Classroom LG. 18
| Presenter | Organisation(s) | Region | Title of Abstract |
| Abstracts | |||
| Maricel CONDINO | Philippine Women's University | Philippines | Promoting the Family Well- being Through Community Education and Training During Covid-19 Pandemic |
| Herman LO | Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Hong Kong SAR, China | Nature-Based Mindfulness Intervention Programme for Parents and Family Caregivers |
| Robin SHAM | Golden Age Foundation | Hong Kong SAR, China | Golden Age Smart Care Lab |
| Violet Yu-Ting HUANG | The University of Hong Kong | Hong Kong SAR, China | Fostering Happiness in Later Life: The Impact of the Joyful Marriage Project on Retired Couples' Marital Well-being |
Simultaneous Interpretation for English and Putonghua will be provided at sessions in the Grand Hall.