【Understanding Poverty through Grocery Shopping Experience】

Event Date: Sunday, December 17, 2023 (exact time to be determined)
Participants: Children aged 5 and above. Each participant must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

People have diverse expectations when it comes to eating healthily. Some prioritize nutrition, while others consider organic options. However, for individuals in low-income communities, even sustaining a household is challenging, let alone affording nutritious meals. Research conducted by Oxfam reveals that many low-income families in Hong Kong struggle to meet their basic nutritional needs within their food budget. Is it fair to live a life where one can only fill their stomach but not maintain a balanced diet?

Through this event, participants will gain insight into the daily struggles faced by low-income groups as they plan their meals with limited resources. During the activity, you will have the opportunity to:

• Step into the shoes of low-income individuals and design a day's worth of meals based on their limited food budget.
• Develop a deeper understanding of poverty in Hong Kong, with a special focus on the Kwun Tong district, which experiences high poverty rates.

Please note:

• Limited spots are available, and registration will be closed once capacity is reached. There will be no additional sessions for this event.
• Successful registration (monthly donation of HKD 180 or above) is required before the event or during the preceding period.
• New registrations for the Oxfam Kid program between November and December will receive an email with instructions after successful registration. Participation is confirmed only after event registration.