Leung's Working Holiday Programme: A Gateway for Youth in Aviation
Leung's Working Holiday Programme Energizes Aviation Aspirations
With the aim of enhancing youth engagement in the aviation sector, Leung’s working holiday@lantau program is rapidly becoming a beacon for aspiring professionals. Since its establishment by the Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups and the Airport Authority, the initiative has supported young participants, such as 23-year-old Gigi Yuen Wing-Chi, in discovering their passion for aviation.
A Step Towards a Bright Future in Aviation
- Gigi Yuen shifted from chemistry studies to aviation through the programme, reaffirming her dream of becoming a pilot.
- Participants enjoy year-long placements at the airport, helping to address workforce shortages.
- Over 70 aspirants have benefitted since the program's launch in 2018.
This annual undertaking creates essential links between youth groups and the aviation sector, allowing young people to gain hands-on experience and develop critical skills. The programme represents an innovative solution to the ongoing personnel shortages that have plagued the industry.
Empowering Youth Through Experience
- Participants contribute to daily operations at Cathay Pacific, gaining insights into the industry.
- As an essential component of the Extra Mile project, the initiative showcases aviation careers to a diverse audience.
Yuen’s experience solidified her decision to pursue a cadet pilot program, affirming the scheme's role in shaping young aspirations. Fellow participant Alexander Sheu Kwan-ho echoed this sentiment, emphasizing how the programme prepared him for potential career opportunities in aviation.
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