Opening Ceremony of JPC Summer Camp 2024 held today (with photos)

     The Chief Secretary for Administration, Mr Chan Kwok-ki; the Secretary for Security cum Junior Police Call (JPC) Honorary Chief President, Mr Tang Ping-keung; the Commissioner of Police cum JPC Honorary Deputy Chief President, Mr Siu Chak-yee; and the Assistant Commissioner of Police (Public Relations) cum Chairperson of the JPC Central Advisory Board, Mr Chan Sze-tat, officiated at the Opening Ceremony of JPC Summer Camp 2024 at the JPC Permanent Activity Centre in Pat Heung today (August 17).
      
     Speaking at the ceremony, Mr Tang said that this year marked the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the JPC. He recalled different stages of his journey with the JPC, from his initial role as a member to participate in activities to his current role as the Honorary Chief President, who can contribute ideas to the development of the JPC.
      
     Mr Tang also noted that in recent years, the JPC had organised a number of activities to provide opportunities for members to learn about the history and culture of our country. He was glad to see that the JPC has echoed the country's development direction of "new quality productive forces" by pursuing innovation and change and organising more technology-related activities for young people, so as to cultivate their awareness of crime prevention and innovative thinking. He encouraged the younger generation to live up to the nation’s expectations and pursue their studies with dedication and perseverance.
      
     Mr Chan Sze-tat said that the JPC has been organising a wide diversity of activities designed to develop the leadership skills of its members. He also highlighted the organisation of nearly 30 exchange tours during this summer holiday, which saw over 1 000 members visit various cities on the Mainland. Mr Chan also expressed gratitude to the members of the JPC Central Advisory Board, JPC Honorary Presidents from different districts and people from various sectors for their enthusiastic support. He hoped that all sectors of society would continue to work together to nurture more outstanding youth leaders and crime-fighting partners of the Force.
      
     During the opening ceremony, former member of the Hong Kong Fencing Team, Mr Cheung Siu-lun, shared his experience and demonstrated fencing skills to the audience. After the ceremony, Mr Chan Kwok-ki and other officiating guests toured the Summer Camp and chatted with the JPC members. 
      
     The annual JPC Summer Camp aims to promote fight crime messages among young people through a diverse range of activities and training. It seeks to foster positive values, enhance resilience, promote team spirit, and develop leadership skills in the younger generation. This year, over 220 members participated in a series of competitive events and adventure exercises with elements of policing knowledge and investigation. The camp has been extended from “two days, one night” to “four days, three nights”, providing additional opportunities for participants to engage with one another and learn through experience.