[40th Anniversary Seminar Series] From Past to Present: The Evolution of Speech-Language Pathology Education and Practice in Hong Kong

40^th Anniversary Seminar Series

The year 2024 marks the 40^th anniversary of the Faculty of Education at The University of Hong Kong. We are delighted to present the Anniversary Seminar Series to celebrate this milestone and the Faculty’s academic achievements over the past decades.

This seminar series, featuring our Faculty members with diverse expertise, offers a historical narrative and a perspective on education that connects the Past, Present, and Future. Our works here at the Faculty are closely linked to the global community of educational research, while at the same time deeply rooted in Hong Kong local society. As we exhibit our proud journey, we are even more excited to look to our bright future as an internationally leading member in the field of Education.

The seminars will cover the major themes of research in the Faculty including Language Education, Early Childhood Education, Speech and Hearing Sciences, Information Technology, International and Comparative Education, and more. Come and join us to explore these topics together!

Stay tuned for more updates on this enlightening journey.

September 2024

From Past to Present: The Evolution of Speech-Language Pathology Education and Practice in Hong Kong

Speaker:

Professor Anthony Kong

Unit Head

Associate Professor

Academic Unit of Human Communication, Learning, and Development
Faculty of Education, HKU

Discussant:

Professor Lawrence Ng

Associate Dean (Outreach and Engagement)

Associate Professor

Academic Unit of Human Communication, Learning, and Development
Faculty of Education, HKU

Date: September 30, 2024 (Monday)

Time: 2:30 pm - 3:30 pm 

Venue: MW401-402, 4/F, Meng Wah Complex, HKU [Map] / Online via Zoom

Language: English

Registration: https://bit.ly/seminar-series-Sep2024

(Please note that the seminar will be held via hybrid mode. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.)

This presentation will provide an overview of the evolution of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) education and practice in Hong Kong from its early days to the present. We will explore the challenges and opportunities that have shaped the development of this profession, and discuss the current state of SLP services in Hong Kong.

Additionally, we will highlight the latest advancements in SLP education and practice and elaborate on their effects on the lives of people with communication disorders, both in the local area and GBA regions and in Mainland China. Whether you are a member of the general public, a healthcare professional, or a student, this presentation will provide valuable insights into the vital role that SLP plays in improving the quality of life of people in Hong Kong.         

About the Speaker

Anthony Pak-Hin Kong currently serves as the Head of the Academic Unit of Human Communication, Learning, and Development (HCLD) and Director of Aphasia Research and Therapy (ART) Laboratory at The University of Hong Kong. He is a Fellow of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and Academy of Aphasia. Professor Kong was the Founding Editor-in-Chief of Cogent Gerontology (Taylor & Francis) and was elected as Vice Chairperson of the Hong Kong Association of Speech Therapists (2004-07). Throughout his career, Professor Kong has made significant contributions to the field of aphasiology by developing various language and cognitive tools for clinical assessment of Chinese speakers.

All are welcome!

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