Celebrating the Successful Launch of the Research Centre for Creative Arts and Public Value
Sun, 30 Nov
|EdUHK West Kowloon Study Centre (Austin
On November 30, 2023, The Education University of Hong Kong proudly launched its new Research Centre for Creative Arts and Public Value (RCCAPV) at the iconic EdUHK West Kowloon Study Centre (Austin Road) located in Xiqu Centre.
Time & Location
30 Nov 2025, 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
EdUHK West Kowloon Study Centre (Austin , 88號 Austin Rd W, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
About the event
The event brought together distinguished academics, industry leaders, and creative practitioners to celebrate this exciting milestone in advancing arts and public engagement.
The afternoon began with a warm welcome from a heartfelt video message from Prof. Chetwyn Chan, Vice President (Research and Development) of EdUHK, which highlighted the university’s commitment to fostering innovative research that bridges arts, health, and community well-being.
Co-directors Prof. Mette Hjort and Prof. John Erni then introduced RCCAPV’s core projects, emphasizing the centre’s mission to explore creative arts’ transformative potential. A highlight was Prof. Lawrence Ng’s introduction and performance by the ‘呀吱呀咗’ choir, showcasing the vibrant cultural tapestry that RCCAPV aims to nurture.
The ceremony featured a series of inspiring presentations, including clips from the UK-based Shout at Cancer Choir, led by Dr. Thomas Moors. Their collaborative work with filmmakers and researchers was showcased, illustrating the centre’s commitment to innovative artistic research. A lively roundtable discussion…

