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500 changemakers from over 50 countries stand in solidarity with Hong Kong and co-create paths forward through education
HONG KONG, Dec. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Yidan Prize Foundation, the Hong Kong-based global philanthropic foundation, convened over 500 educators, youth, and NGO leaders from over 50 countries across six continents for its annual flagship Yidan Prize Summit. In remembrance of those who lost their lives in the Tai Po fire, the international education community observed a moment of silence before the opening of the Yidan Prize Summit. Local and international representatives from the public, private, and philanthropic sectors also joined a week of education dialogues. A series of side events was held in collaboration with partners, including Hong Kong Foundation Exchange, Lirvana Labs, Our Hong Kong Foundation, Faculty of Education of The University of Hong Kong, and UNHCR – the UN Refugee Agency.
At the Yidan Prize Summit, Dr Charles CHEN Yidan, Founder of the Yidan Prize, highlighted the foundation's commitment to bringing people together as a community that listens and learns from one another. He said: "We do this knowing that what we can achieve together far outweighs anything we each do alone. And we are co-creating paths forward for a brighter future as a global learning community."
2025 Yidan Prize Summit and a series of education dialogues
Themed "Education at a crossroads: Co-creating paths forward for a brighter future," the 2025 Yidan Prize Summit brought together over 200 educators, 100 youths, as well as NGO leaders and representatives from more than 40 foundations, 30 universities, and 100 K–12 schools and networks, across two days. The first day of the Summit brought into focus critical topics, including: Staying human in the age of AI, defining the opportunities and challenges around edtech, how synergy and collaboration drive and sustain change, and cultivating leadership at every level. Speakers include Professor Ju-Ho Lee, former Acting President and Minister for Education of The Republic of Korea, Dr Fengchun Miao, UNESCO's Lead on AI and Future of Education, Andreas Schleicher of OECD, HE Serigne Mbaye Thiam of GPE and former Minister of National Education of Senegal, and Professor Yongxin Zhu, Founder of New Education Initiative.
The second day of the Summit inspired many with stories of transformation. Three Yidan Prize laureates, Dr Rukmini Banerji, Professor Usha Goswami, and Angeline Murimirwa shared their turning points in their journeys to becoming global education changemakers with Olympian-turned-educator Yvette Kong and youth leader Anna Yao.
Around the Summit, the Yidan Prize Foundation co-hosted a series of knowledge exchange events. In partnership with Our Hong Kong Foundation, an insight forum titled "From Global Opportunities to Local Action: Charting Hong Kong's Way Forward as an International Education Hub" gathered international experts from the Yidan Prize community to share their views on Hong Kong's potential and ways to foster cross-cultural collaboration and innovation in education. Dr Jane Lee, President of Our Hong Kong Foundation, delivered an opening remark alongside Bruce Au, Secretary-General of Yidan Prize Foundation.
Championing changemakers in education
The 2025 Yidan Prize laureates officially received their medals on 6 December. This marked the finale of the series of education events in Hong Kong, honoring the achievements of the laureates and the wider education community. 2025 Yidan Prize for Education Research Laureate, Professor Uri Wilensky, shared his vision of democratizing computational thinking — not as a niche skill, but as a fundamental literacy for every learner everywhere. 2025 Yidan Prize for Education Development Laureate, Mamadou Amadou Ly, shared his work in West Africa, demonstrating how multilingual education unlocks potential, preserves culture, and shapes a more equitable future.
Note to editors
Download images of the 2025 Yidan Prize Summit and side events here.
About the Yidan Prize Foundation:
The Yidan Prize Foundation is a global philanthropic foundation, with a mission of creating a better world through education. Through its prize and network of innovators, the Yidan Prize Foundation supports ideas and practices in education — specifically, ones with the power to positively change lives and society.
The Yidan Prize is the world's highest education accolade that recognizes individuals or teams who have contributed significantly to the theory and practice of education. It consists of two prizes, working in harmony: the Yidan Prize for Education Research and the Yidan Prize for Education Development. They're designed for impact: laureates of each prize receive an unrestricted project fund of HK$15 million over three years, helping them scale up their work, as well as a gold medal and a cash prize of HK$15 million. The project fund and cash prize are shared equally for teams.
For more information, visityidanprize.org or contact media@yidanprize.org.
Find us @yidanprize on Facebook, Instagram, X, andLinkedIn.
500 changemakers from over 50 countries stand in solidarity with Hong Kong and co-create paths forward through education
HONG KONG, Dec. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Yidan Prize Foundation, the Hong Kong-based global philanthropic foundation, convened over 500 educators, youth, and NGO leaders from over 50 countries across six continents for its annual flagship Yidan Prize Summit. In remembrance of those who lost their lives in the Tai Po fire, the international education community observed a moment of silence before the opening of the Yidan Prize Summit. Local and international representatives from the public, private, and philanthropic sectors also joined a week of education dialogues. A series of side events was held in collaboration with partners, including Hong Kong Foundation Exchange, Lirvana Labs, Our Hong Kong Foundation, Faculty of Education of The University of Hong Kong, and UNHCR – the UN Refugee Agency.
At the Yidan Prize Summit, Dr Charles CHEN Yidan, Founder of the Yidan Prize, highlighted the foundation's commitment to bringing people together as a community that listens and learns from one another. He said: "We do this knowing that what we can achieve together far outweighs anything we each do alone. And we are co-creating paths forward for a brighter future as a global learning community."
2025 Yidan Prize Summit and a series of education dialogues
Themed "Education at a crossroads: Co-creating paths forward for a brighter future," the 2025 Yidan Prize Summit brought together over 200 educators, 100 youths, as well as NGO leaders and representatives from more than 40 foundations, 30 universities, and 100 K–12 schools and networks, across two days. The first day of the Summit brought into focus critical topics, including: Staying human in the age of AI, defining the opportunities and challenges around edtech, how synergy and collaboration drive and sustain change, and cultivating leadership at every level. Speakers include Professor Ju-Ho Lee, former Acting President and Minister for Education of The Republic of Korea, Dr Fengchun Miao, UNESCO's Lead on AI and Future of Education, Andreas Schleicher of OECD, HE Serigne Mbaye Thiam of GPE and former Minister of National Education of Senegal, and Professor Yongxin Zhu, Founder of New Education Initiative.
The second day of the Summit inspired many with stories of transformation. Three Yidan Prize laureates, Dr Rukmini Banerji, Professor Usha Goswami, and Angeline Murimirwa shared their turning points in their journeys to becoming global education changemakers with Olympian-turned-educator Yvette Kong and youth leader Anna Yao.
Around the Summit, the Yidan Prize Foundation co-hosted a series of knowledge exchange events. In partnership with Our Hong Kong Foundation, an insight forum titled "From Global Opportunities to Local Action: Charting Hong Kong's Way Forward as an International Education Hub" gathered international experts from the Yidan Prize community to share their views on Hong Kong's potential and ways to foster cross-cultural collaboration and innovation in education. Dr Jane Lee, President of Our Hong Kong Foundation, delivered an opening remark alongside Bruce Au, Secretary-General of Yidan Prize Foundation.
Championing changemakers in education
The 2025 Yidan Prize laureates officially received their medals on 6 December. This marked the finale of the series of education events in Hong Kong, honoring the achievements of the laureates and the wider education community. 2025 Yidan Prize for Education Research Laureate, Professor Uri Wilensky, shared his vision of democratizing computational thinking — not as a niche skill, but as a fundamental literacy for every learner everywhere. 2025 Yidan Prize for Education Development Laureate, Mamadou Amadou Ly, shared his work in West Africa, demonstrating how multilingual education unlocks potential, preserves culture, and shapes a more equitable future.
Note to editors
Download images of the 2025 Yidan Prize Summit and side events here.
About the Yidan Prize Foundation:
The Yidan Prize Foundation is a global philanthropic foundation, with a mission of creating a better world through education. Through its prize and network of innovators, the Yidan Prize Foundation supports ideas and practices in education — specifically, ones with the power to positively change lives and society.
The Yidan Prize is the world's highest education accolade that recognizes individuals or teams who have contributed significantly to the theory and practice of education. It consists of two prizes, working in harmony: the Yidan Prize for Education Research and the Yidan Prize for Education Development. They're designed for impact: laureates of each prize receive an unrestricted project fund of HK$15 million over three years, helping them scale up their work, as well as a gold medal and a cash prize of HK$15 million. The project fund and cash prize are shared equally for teams.
For more information, visityidanprize.org or contact media@yidanprize.org.
Find us @yidanprize on Facebook, Instagram, X, andLinkedIn.
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Yidan Prize Foundation connects global insights and local expertise at annual flagship Summit
Yidan Prize Foundation connects global insights and local expertise at annual flagship Summit
Yidan Prize Foundation connects global insights and local expertise at annual flagship Summit
HALONG, Vietnam, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to the growing global demand for immersive and eco-conscious luxury travel, Bhaya Cruises, one of Vietnam's leading cruise operators, has officially unveiled its highly anticipated 2026 Summer Collection. Featuring tailored all-inclusive packages across its premier brands, these high-value initiatives allow travelers to experience the dramatic landscapes of Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay with unprecedented perks and premium flexibility.
True to its reputation for delivering experiential travel, Bhaya Cruises has structured this year's summer offerings to cater to both wellness seekers and culture enthusiasts. The promotions span across two of the operator's flagship vessels: the newly launched, wellness-centric Bhaya Soul, and the luxury eco-vessel, The Au Co.
Rejuvenating Escapes Aboard Bhaya Soul
For travelers prioritizing mindfulness and holistic relaxation, Bhaya Soul - recently honored as one of the Top 100 on TIME's World's Greatest Places 2026 list - introduces the Summer ALL-INCLUSIVE 2-day-1 night package. This weekend-friendly package delivers an elevated standard of intuitive hospitality, condensed into a high-impact overnight escape. Bhaya Soul voyages emphasize spatial comfort, panoramic ocean views, and specialized farm-to-table menus designed to nurture body and mind, complete with morning mindful walk, guided kayaking through hidden lagoons.
Guests booking this exclusive 2-day wellness getaway will enjoy premium seasonal benefits, including:
- Free Upgrade to the Next Suite Category (valued at USD 200)
- Free Round-trip transfer between Hanoi and Halong (valued at USD 80)
- $50 Drink Credit onboard
Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Luxury on The Au Co
Complementing the wellness-focused voyages, The Au Co Summer Privilege package makes a return for the summer season. Celebrated for its unique steel-hulled design and long-standing commitment to sustainable tourism, The Au Co offers families, couples, and groups an upscale exploration of Ha Long Bay's iconic geological wonders.
This summer, guests choosing to sail on The Au Co will benefit from an extensive stay extension and exclusive inclusions:
- Free 1 Night Hotel Stay in Hanoi (valued at USD 80)
- Free Round-trip transfer between Hanoi and Ha Long (valued at USD 80)
- $50 Drink Credit onboard
Seizing the Summer Advantage
This summer collection is designed to help travelers maximize their vacation investments without compromising luxury. By booking these seasonal rates directly, guests secure comprehensive inclusions - ranging from entrance fees to onboard activities.
Whether selecting a transformative wellness voyage on Bhaya Soul or embarking on a sophisticated cultural expedition on The Au Co, international and domestic voyagers are guaranteed an exceptional perspective of Vietnam's UNESCO World Heritage site.
For seasonal availability, terms and conditions, or to lock in your preferred sailing dates, contact the Bhaya Cruises international reservation bureau directly.
About Bhaya Cruises
Established in 2007, Bhaya Cruises is a pioneer in luxury boutique cruising in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam. Managing a diverse fleet, the company seamlessly blends traditional Vietnamese aesthetics with contemporary safety standards and innovative, sustainable hospitality practices.
Email: sales@bhayacruises.com
Phone: +84 (0) 933 446 542
Website: bhayacruises.com
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Bhaya Cruises Introduces All-Inclusive Summer Promotions
Bhaya Cruises Introduces All-Inclusive Summer Promotions
