Hong Kong University – Urban Edible Spaces – Forums and Online Toolkit
Since 2013, HKU has been exploring the value and possibilities of urban edible spaces through research initiatives and by setting up their very own Rooftop Farm and Herb Garden on campus
Celeste Shai
Senior Programme Officer
General Education
CEDARS, The University of Hong Kong
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HKU Edible Spaces have developed an Online Toolkit about urban farming and we hope that it would help those who are interested to start an urban community garden/farm. In addition, two forums discussing the positive impacts of edible spaces are now put online (English and Chinese subtitles will be available soon).
Building on HKU’s research on the value of urban edible roofs and the experience of HKU Edible Spaces, this project aims to expand the benefits of edible spaces to a wider audience. Through hosting educational programmes, training student ambassadors and building online resources, this project will raise sustainability awareness and enhance the wellbeing of participants. Members of the public, especially the elderly, will be invited to join tailor-made activities at the HKU Edible Spaces. These activities will be assisted by trained student ambassadors such that intergenerational connectivity can be fostered. Talks and online resources will be developed to spark off similar initiatives elsewhere in Hong Kong.
This programme is part of the Impact Project “Urban Edible Spaces Initiative: Growing Food and Happiness in a Sustainable Community” under the Knowledge Exchange (KE) Funding Scheme 2020/21. This KE project is co-organised by CEDARS-GE and the Sustainability Office.
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