Advancing Youth's Future

Established in 2017, Asia Pacific Youth Development Foundation (AYF) is dedicated to advancing youth’s future by connecting, inspiring and elevating young people in Hong Kong and beyond.

Cultivating an inclusive future powered by inspired, connected youth

We envision a sustainable future built by concerted youth efforts, hence we are committed to fostering knowledge transfer and building partnerships to harness the full potential of young people, elevate their leadership strengths, and ultimately narrow the opportunities gaps.

Our Approach

Connect

Connecting youths from different cultures and backgrounds

Inspire

Inspiring young minds to prepare for the future economy

Elevate

Elevating the profiles of changemakers locally and regionally

Our Works

With 7 years of proven experience, our team has been working with our local and regional partners to advance youth's future.

Local Community Programmes

Curating a diverse range of initiatives that prepare young individuals for the future while supporting our community partners' initiatives

Regional Youth Exchange

We foster collaborations among youth of diverse cultures and backgrounds, co-creating local and regional impacts.

“I met a lot of amazing people in AYF’s Singapore programme and was inspired by their passion and experience in the realm of startup business!”

Janice Lee

2019 alumna

Inspired youths

“Through the workshops that I’ve joined and the industry leaders that I’ve met, I’m a lot more confident and I genuinely see myself working in Hong Kong and succeeding.”

Alysha Bibi

2023 alumna

“I didn’t participate in any student societies throughout my university’s life, and AYF’s engagements encouraged me to deliver greater impact for the society no matter which industry we are in.”