Project WIND l This sponsored outreach programme includes football, basketball and Thai boxing. l Youngsters aged 10-24 took part, some of whom discovered opportunities even though they were from troubled backgrounds. l Others found an outlet for energy and frustration through sports organized by the Federation’s Youth Crime Prevention Centre.
Positive psychology is Project Wind’s underlying concept. With its name reflecting the headwinds faced by many young people in Hong Kong, it has been providing chances for young people to enjoy sports that might otherwise be missing from their lives. In the process of training, they gain basketball, football and Thai boxing skills, as well as building self-confidence and a law-abiding attitude.
l 這項外展計劃獲得多方支持和贊助，為 青年提供足球、籃球和泰拳三種體育活 動。 l 一些年齡介乎 10 至 24 歲的本港青年， 在社工的介紹下參加了這個計劃。 l 部分則通過與青年違法防治中心聯繫， 找到了釋放能量和應對沮喪的方式。
Young people’s lives should be filled with learning opportunities and fun and memorable moments. Instead, some teenagers end up in the criminal justice system for committing offences. Some of those young people in conflict with the law come from troubled backgrounds and have emotional and behavioral problems. Their behaviour is a cry for help for a lack of motivation and role models in life. Others need an outlet for highspirited youthful energy. This project helps them all.
Five aims of three sports To enhance young people's ability to fight frustration and adversity To encourage perseverance against the odds To establish positive emotions, positive relationships and a positive sense of success
To help young people recognize their own value To improve communication skills and interpersonal relationships To encourage team spirit and personal growth To provide opportunities for youth to develop sports as potential careers
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