About Weez Walk
Weez Walk aims to build an inclusive and integrated society. Since its establishment in 2021, we have been committed to supporting the youth mental health and suicide prevention programmes of the KELY Support Group, as well as raising societal awareness and concern regarding mental health issues, particularly in relation to youth mental wellbeing.
It is an unique opportunity for participants to temporarily break free from the constraints of daily life while enjoying the most natural scenery of Hong Kong, completing an approximately 60-kilometer coastal challenge around the island at their own chosen date and time. Every step, every minute, and every conversation deserves attention! We welcome individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to join us in making a contribution to youth mental health!
Every moment spent on this journey amplifies the voices of those who need to be heard. Let’s make every step count—watch the Weez Walk 2024 video to experience the spirit of the event.
Latest Youth Trends and Fundraising Impacts
All net proceeds from Weez Walk goes to KELY Support Group for their mental health and suicide prevention programmes. Our youth-focused mandate is a direct response to the elevated vulnerabilities in recent years - from KELY Support Group’s survey in 2021, over 50% of respondents showed signs of depression. The youth mental health issue has become even more alarming these years.According to a research done by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention of the University of Hong Kong, the suicide rate for youth aged 15-24 to be 11.9 per 100,000 people in 2023.
Thanks to the generous support from 2,000+ event participants and donors to Weez Walks in the past few years, we have raised over HK$ 6 million to support KELY’s youth suicide prevention initiatives. These initiatives promotes general awareness campaigns to mobilise our community to be better equipped to start conversations with the development and sharing of mental health resources with the broader community, including suicide prevention manuals and training. Through different campaigns and events, we have reached more than 80,000 people online and offline since 2022.
Uniqueness
Weez Walk aims to bring participants together to foster a strong sense of community spirit and promote mental health wellness and suicide prevention. It is not just a physical endeavour; it serves as a safe space for us to open up, hold honest dialogues and provide mutual support with our loved ones - it is an empowering community movement. Conversations help reduce stigma, and empower those in need to speak up and embark on their recovery journey. Here are some wonderful stories from our valued participants in 2024.
