Vivian Wong (District Councilor of Kowloon City): The Songkran Festival was our main focus at the beginning of the year. The final outcome was very positive. It drew 130,000 people to Kowloon City District over that weekend. I am Vivian, District Councilor of Kowloon City. When you hear “Kowloon City,” you may think we only serve Kowloon City, but in reality, we also serve Hung Hom, Whampoa, Ho Man Tin, Kai Tak, and Ma Tau Wai. I am not a government official. Have you picked up your tickets for the mooncake distribution later? Why is it better for us to do this? Because, naturally, we have a closer connection with the community. To put it simply, we are more ‘down-to-earth,’ so people tend to have a better understanding when we explain them.                                 

Hello! Today, we are gathering feedback on the redevelopment of Chun Seen Mei Chuen. We would love to hear your thoughts.

I studied Philosophy in university. But when I returned to Hong Kong, I always try my best to make time on weekends to volunteer or to help people through different platforms. I chose to become a District Councilor because, in this role, I can help with so many things. Seeing people smile, everyone’s smile, It’s really...really heartwarming, and it gives me a sense of achievement.

Anthony Hui (Member of Hong Kong CPPCC Youth Association): I think Vivian is a very compassionate person. One of our key responsibilities is visiting the elderly in our community. When they see her, it’s like they are seeing family.

Vivian Wong：Some of the things I do daily can help people, but I don’t always get to meet the people I help. Out of everything I do as a District Councilor, I think I enjoy hosting workshops the most and also giving out mooncakes.

Roger Kwan (District Councilor of Kowloon City): My impression of Vivian is shaped by my impression of her family.

Vivian Wong：Actually, my mother was also a District Councilor. Of course, there is pressure, but I don’t want to follow directly in her footsteps. She used to put focus more on transportation, but for me, I want to focus on the cultural economy. Culture can really drive economic growth. For example, the Kowloon Walled City has immense historical value, and it was also an architectural phenomenon.

Mr. Yip (Former Kowloon Walled City resident): It’s not entirely like what people say. Yes, the Walled City had its chaotic times, but when we moved there in the 1970s, it already felt like a functioning community.

Vivian Wong：As the Chairman of the Economy Boosting Group, I believe the Kowloon Walled City is truly a place worth discussing and experiencing.  

Welcome to all members attending the meeting of Kowloon City District Council’s Working Group on Boosting Local Economy. Today, let’s discuss the activities we can organise to boost the local economy. Who would like to speak first?

Jacky Lee (District Councilor of Kowloon City): I think Vivian is a highly motivated person. In everything she does, Vivian always puts in her best effort.

Vivian Wong: Of course, I will feel pressure. When there are issues that I cannot solve, I feel disappointed.

A District Councilor is not all-powerful. After all, I am just one person. Yes, just put it in like this. I organise many different activities for the community. And when I host these activities, people always give me words of encouragement. This helps ease the pressure and reminds me that I am truly helping others. If it really gets too overwhelming, I go to play the claw machine, which is right by our office door.

Anthony Hui:  Like Vivian or myself, we are the younger generation of Hong Kong. Vivian is my role model, because every day, through her words and actions, she tells the story of Hong Kong.

Vivian Wong: You see so many citizens with smiles on their faces, children running around. I hope the little things I do can make everyone a bit happier and elevate this feeling of happiness.