The Correctional Services Department (CSD) and the Vocational Training Council (VTC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) today (September 29) to deepen collaboration, which will inject new impetus into the sustainable development of correctional services and the promotion of talent training.

     Witnessed by the Commissioner of Correctional Services, Mr Wong Kwok-hing, and the Chairman of the VTC, Mr Tony Tai, the MOU was signed by the Deputy Commissioner of Correctional Services (Rehabilitation and Management), Mr Ng Chiu-kok, and the Executive Director of the VTC, Mr Donald Tong.

     The MOU establishes a collaboration framework between the CSD and the VTC to jointly explore innovative development initiatives in multiple areas over the next three years. These include researching the application of new energy in correctional work; introducing innovative design concepts and technological elements to promote rehabilitation work and community and crime prevention education; and providing VTC students with diverse learning experiences to gain professional knowledge and practical skills in correctional work, preparing them for future careers in related professions. The collaboration not only provides VTC students with valuable learning opportunities but also enhances synergy between the CSD and the VTC and their collaboration in talent training and vocational and professional education and training (VPET), jointly nurturing more competitive professionals to meet Hong Kong's long-term development needs.

     In his speech, Mr Wong said that the CSD has been seeking collaboration with various professional institutions to foster cross-sector innovation. The signing of the MOU will contribute to the sustainable development of correctional work and the enhancement of custodial work, rehabilitation work and community and crime prevention education. In addition, the CSD and the VTC will work more closely in talent training and VPET to nurture more professional talent for the CSD and Hong Kong, contributing to society.

     Mr Tai said that as the largest VPET provider in Hong Kong, the VTC is committed to providing high-quality and up-to-date pre-employment and in-service training to equip young people and working adults with the latest knowledge and skills. He expressed gratitude to the CSD for its continuous support for the VTC and VPET. The signing of the MOU marks a new milestone in the collaboration between both parties in the field of VPET. He firmly believes that the collaboration will not only benefit VTC students, persons in custody and CSD staff but will also bring long-term benefits to Hong Kong society.

Ends/Monday, September 29, 2025
Issued at HKT 18:35

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