小力量大改變︰陳韻怡 Wendy – 香港青年協會 The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups

小力量大改變︰陳韻怡 Wendy

From Passion to Purpose: Wendy Chan’s Inspiring Volunteer Adventure

From a middle school student volunteering to kill time to a first-year college student shouldering more responsibility in serving the community, Wendy Chan’s seven-year involvement in the HKFYG has deepened her understanding of the power of volunteerism.
 
Starting as a Youth Ambassador primarily based in Tuen Mun, Wendy’s passion for volunteering grew as she became a media volunteer and helped with event photography. However, her desire to make a broader impact led her to join the HKFYG’s Neighbourhood First volunteer team. Here, she focuses on assisting the elderly by providing essential winter items like quilts and warm clothing. One by one, Wendy calls them to understand their specific needs, hoping to bring comfort during the cold weather.
 
Wendy shares, 「Sometimes, the elderly miss our calls because they aren’t accustomed to using cell phones regularly. However, once they realise it’s the HKFYG volunteers reaching out, they are always pleasantly surprised and grateful for our care and concern.」
 
Witnessing the struggles faced by the elderly, Wendy empathises deeply and is driven to make a difference. She understands that even small actions can bring warmth and comfort to their lives.
 
One impactful experience for Wendy was volunteering for the distribution of leftover food. She vividly recalls an elderly man who showed her his expensive medical bill, expressing gratitude for the invaluable supplies he received. This encounter reaffirmed the meaningfulness of her work and further fueled her commitment to making a positive impact.
 
While Wendy acknowledges the limitations of short-term volunteer services in creating lasting change, she remains motivated to continue her efforts. She encourages others to join her in this noble cause and plans to volunteer to mentor young students, understanding the challenges they face during their formative years. Wendy’s own family, including her younger sister, actively participates in volunteer work, inspiring her to continue making a difference.
 
Reflecting on the significance of volunteering, Wendy beautifully summarises its essence in today’s society, saying, 「In a time where personal gain and monetary benefits dominate conversations, volunteering stands out as a selfless act of dedicating our time to improve our community. We are ordinary people helping other ordinary people, seeking nothing more than a simple 『thank you』 in return. That’s what keeps us going.」
 
Wendy’s volunteer journey exemplifies the power of compassion and the profound impact one person can have on the lives of others. Her story serves as an inspiration to all, reminding us that through selfless dedication, we can truly make our communities better places for everyone.
 
Join us in celebrating Wendy’s remarkable journey and let’s continue to make a difference together! Check out the latest volunteer opportunities in the HKFYG here: easyvolunteer.hk

 

陳韻怡(Wendy)自中學起成為義工,由最初幫忙拍攝地區活動照片,到後來加入青協「鄰舍第一」義工隊,參與的活動愈來愈多,例如致電關心長者,細心了解他們的需要,預備禦寒衣物。7年時間轉眼過去,剛升讀大學的她對義工服務的興趣依然有增無減。
她憶起一次印象深刻的經歷,在分享食物的活動上,有長者拿出了一張金額驚人的醫療收據給她看,慨嘆生活負擔沉重,對義工們無私的愛心及付出表示感激。這次經驗讓她體會不少長者生活上的困苦,明白到一些微小的行動便能夠為有需要幫助的人帶來溫暖,使她更加堅信義工服務的意義。

 

Wendy最新的計劃是希望成為學生的義務友師,協助他們應對成長路上的挑戰,並且不斷鼓勵身邊的親友加入義工行列,她的熱情感染了妹妹,一起熱衷參與義工服務。

 

對她來說,無私奉獻遠比個人利益和金錢重要,坦言幫助他人不求回報,一句簡單的「謝謝」已感到心滿意足,作為繼續前進的動力。

 

正如Wendy的分享,每個人都能夠獻出微小的力量,為有需要人士帶來巨大的改變。透過義工服務,能夠建立一個充滿關愛和互相扶持的社區,使我們的生活更加美好。

 

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