Koo’s Giving Charitable Foundation (the Foundation), Honorary President of the Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) Foundation, held its 15th Anniversary Dinner cum Who’s Lady Noire Rose? Inclusive Charity Performance on 21 March 2026. Under the theme “Walking Together in Inclusion”, the event featured a captivating stage performance by disabled individuals, wheelchair users, and young people with special educational needs (SEN). It demonstrated the values of diversity and inclusion, calling for greater public understanding and practical support to empower people of all abilities to participate fully and meaningfully in society.

Over the years, the Foundation has been dedicated to supporting children and young people with SEN and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It has continuously collaborated with schools, non-profit organisations and corporate partners to advance inclusive initiatives. To date, the Foundation has raised and donated over HK$30 million, benefitting more than 20,000 families. In her address, Miss Lydia Koo, Chairman and Founder of the Foundation, stated that as the Foundation enters its 16th year,  it will continue to champion inclusion in everyday life, uniting efforts across sectors to bring companionship and hope to more families in need.

The dinner drew a distinguished gathering to celebrate the Foundation’s 15 years of achievements and social impact. HKBU representatives in attendance included Dr. Albert Chau, Vice-President (Teaching and Learning); Professor Howard Ling, MH, Professor of Practice at the School of Business; and Ms. Denise Chu, Head of the Career Centre, Office of Student Affairs. In addition, HKBU student and Hong Kong wheelchair badminton athlete, Daniel Chan, MH, joined the occasion as a guest, while another HKBU student,  Matthew Yu, performed as a wheelchair dancer.

Through the charity performance Who’s Lady Noire Rose?, performers from diverse communities come together to showcase their unique talents and creativity, conveying the message of “Walking Together in Inclusion”