LumiVoce Foundation's 10th Anniversary Gala: A Kaleidoscope of Ecosystems – Celebrating a Decade of Impact

The LumiVoce Foundation marked a momentous milestone with its 10th Anniversary Gala, "Kaleidoscope of Ecosystems," held on April 18, 2026, at The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong. The evening brought together leaders across government, business, education, and philanthropy in a powerful reflection of what can be achieved through shared purpose, advancing students' well-being and biodiversity education through the arts.

Founded in 2016 by Dr. Ying Ying Liu, LumiVoce has pioneered an innovative model that blends Aesthetic Education (AE) with Social and Emotional Learning (SEL), using music and the arts to foster biodiversity awareness and mental well-being among children. Over the past decade, the foundation has reached more than 32,000 students, educators, and families across 270+ schools and institutions, working alongside 135+ artists and wildlife experts to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards.

Opening the evening, Board Co-Chair Ms. Clarie Lo highlighted the urgent need for children to reconnect with nature in an increasingly high-pressure urban environment. Underscoring that such connection is not a luxury, but essential to fostering emotional balance and self-awareness. Building on this, Dr. Ying Ying Liu reaffirmed the foundation's guiding philosophy: "LumiVoce empowers young people to connect deeply with life: to listen to the sounds of the Earth and recognize that all life deserves to thrive." Against the reality of a 73% decline in wildlife population size over the past 50 years and that 55% of global GDP depends on nature, the evening positioned LumiVoce's work as both timely and necessary: transforming environmental anxiety into passionate leadership.

This vision was brought vividly to life through performances. A children's choir from Shrewsbury International School of Hong Kong opened with "I Am the Earth," followed by Dr. Liu's original conservation music video, "An Ancient Whisper," which evoked the fragile beauty of marine ecosystems and demonstrated how the arts can inspire deep emotional connection and collective responsibility.

Echoing these themes, keynote speakers reinforced how LumiVoce's mission aligns with broader societal priorities. Notably, the Financial Secretary, Mr Paul Chan, said that nurturing a love for nature and biodiversity through arts and education is key to building a sustainable future. He highlighted the urgency of tackling climate change and biodiversity loss, stressing that development and environmental conservation can go hand in hand. Mr Chan noted Hong Kong's commitment through its Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan 2035 and its pursuit of carbon neutrality. He praised the work of the Lumivoce Foundation, and expressed hope that it will continue to expand its programs, strengthen partnerships and inspire more young people to protect the remarkable biodiversity of the planet.

From a policy perspective, Dr. Samuel Chui of the Environmental Protection Department spoke to Hong Kong's ongoing progress in climate action and biodiversity conservation, underscoring the importance of coordinated government efforts. Complementing this, Ms. Agnes Chan, Chairwoman of the Hong Kong General Chamber of Commerce, reinforced that biodiversity and climate resilience are central to long-term economic stability, calling for deeper collaboration across sectors to drive meaningful change.

From the private sector, Mr. Gu, Chairman of China Kaihua Environmental Protection Equipment Group Co., Ltd., extended this narrative further, emphasizing that true sustainability is rooted not only in technological advancement, but in the transmission of values through education, culture, and the arts.

The tangible impact of this collective vision was reflected in voices from the classroom. Mr. Gavin Massingham of S.K.H. Yan Laap Memorial Primary School highlighted the inclusivity and adaptability of LumiVoce's programs across diverse student communities, while student speaker Tay Oh from ESF West Island School shared a personal journey of growth, demonstrating how a deeper connection with nature can inspire more conscious, compassionate leadership.

Their voices were joined by esteemed government officials, philanthropists, and community leaders, reflecting a unified commitment to advancing biodiversity education and youth well-being. This include: The Honorable Mr Justice Barnabas Fung, GBS (Judge of the Court of First Instance of the High Court), Mr. Qingdan Yuan (Vice President of China Association of Circular Economy (CACE)), Ms. Judy Chan, MH, JP (Member of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong, Environment), Ms. Elisabeth Quat, BBS, JP (Member of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong), Dr. Ron Yang (Principal Assistant Secretary for Environment and Ecology), Mr. Kin Fung Simon Chan (Assistant Director of Conservation at the AFCD), Mr. Jinfeng Zhou (President of World Academy of Sustainable Development (WAoSD)), Mr. Kin Fung Leung (Chairman of Music, Vice-Chairman of Arts Administration of HKADC). Together, the evening demonstrated the power of cross-sector collaboration in addressing urgent environmental and social challenges.

The gala's success was made possible through the generous support of venue sponsors Ng Teng Fong Charitable Foundation, Sino Group, and The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong, alongside title sponsor China Kaihua Environmental Protection Equipment Group Co., Ltd., and dedicated table sponsors and supporters: Crown Foundation, Mr. and Mrs. Sally and Ray Helfer, Ms. Moira Moser and Mr. Joseph Luk, Ms.Masako Watanabe, Ms. Monique Chan, Mr. Kosmo Kalliarekos, Ms. Joy Xu and Dirk Ganser, Ms. Bing Xiao, Mr. and Mrs. LaVaughn and Theodore Craig, Dr. Rosana Wong and Yau Lee Holdings Limited, Ms. Clarie Lo and Amelia Lo, Ms. Lingzi Liu. Their collective contributions exemplify how partnership across sectors can drive meaningful and lasting impact.

Looking ahead, LumiVoce commits to grow with purpose, not just scale. To reach more youth without losing the magic of one child at a time. Rooted in art, music, nature and mindfulness, LumiVoce will continue to nurture empathy, resilience, and creativity. Such skills are vital for young hearts facing ever‑increasing pressure from society.