“As the first time joining activity related to repurposing toys and environmental awareness, I gained sense of satisfaction and achievement because I helped to spread the essential message of environmental protection to our next generation.” (Mandy YIU)
“This program has allowed me to reflect more on my daily life. A lot of toys that I consider not very attractive, are a precious gift for the children in this event. It helps me redefine the value of old products. Everything we own should not be taken for granted because it may mean a lot to someone else.” (Anna HUI)
HKMU Student Affairs Office has organized We “R” Toys: Old Toy Repurposing Scheme which aims to raise the environmental awareness of HKMU community, educate general public to establish the behavior of donating, repairing and upcycling secondhand toys and promote the value of cherishing toys.
21 HKMU students joined the service team and were trained to organize toys upcycling workshop for children from Shum Shui Po low-income families. They leant to make their own toys by using upcycled materials while HKMU students also enriched their teaching experience.
Besides, the service team also organized a secondhand toys collection campaign on campus, with the support of HKMU staff and students, 452 pieces of toys were collected, after screening and disinfection, they were donated to children from 45 low-income families at the Toy-exchange Carnival before Christmas in 2021.
