RESILIENT INDIVIDUALS

EFFECTIVE COMMUNITIES

A STRONGER HONG KONG

ANNUAL REPORT

2019

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Resilience is a word which is often used at Outward Bound and 2019 was a year which demanded that we show resilience and togetherness across the organisation. The social unrest that challenged Hong Kong not only impacted our ability to deliver courses but also had a significant impact upon our fundraising events. Our community of stakeholders pulled together in the face of the challenges and ended the year having delivered ever-more-important development courses to our young people.

These pages speak to that resilience and the determination of our community of stakeholders to deliver on our mission and vision. As we cope with the implications of fundraising revenue lost, we are also now faced with the historical events and impacts of a global pandemic. OBHK, like everyone in Hong Kong, will need to dig deep and “practice what we preach”. There will be difficult times and tough decisions, but our job is to plan for our next 50 years and to continue to positively impact Hong Kong.

We welcome your involvement in helping us achieve our vision of a stronger Hong Kong. Please get in touch and be a part of our future.

A Warm Welcome

Mr Nick Cotton

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Planning for the next 50 yearsA 50th bir thday should be a time of celebration. However, despite the hard work of a group of dedicated trustees, our celebrations have been put on hold. Gala evening, alumni homecoming and a major abseil have all been postponed until such a time as we can celebrate – and celebrate we will!

Over the last five decades OBHK has evolved to meet the changing demands of a society that has developed massively in that time and our 50th is a good opportunity to determine the direction that we must now choose. Our areas for development in the coming years can broadly be summarised as;

Focusing on young people – everyone benefits from an Outward Bound course, whatever their background. However, it is important that we focus on our vision and that starts with Hong Kong’s young people who can be their best selves at school, university and ultimately the workplace. As a result we can maximise our impact on Hong Kong society by producing capable citizens.

Serving more disadvantaged participants – everyone deserves the opportunity to benefit from our courses and we have therefore committed to sourcing the funds that will permit as many people as possible to benefit regardless of their social or economic situation. By enabling access for more, we are working towards our vision of effective communities and a stronger Hong Kong.

Providing the best possible infrastructure – after 50 years we recognise that we need to source funding to upgrade facilities which have served thousands of participants and staff, but are beginning to show their age.

Advocating for outdoor experiential learning in Hong Kong – we believe passionately in the power of what we do and that everyone should have the opportunity to experience our courses. We will work to communicate with individuals and their communities the benefits of having facilitated adventures in the outdoors.

When our base at Tai Mong Tsai was first chosen, there was no road access into the site while nowadays there are loaded buses heading to the Country Park on a daily basis. What hasn’t changed is the spirit that lives on in our staff, trustees, volunteers and alumni who all share the desire to ensure that the coming decades are as good as the past 50 years. Hong Kong’s need for OBHK is as great as ever.

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Our Vision

Our vision is individuals who are catalysts for change in our communities because they have identified their strengths and developed their potential leading to a stronger society.

Our Mission

Outward bound Hong Kong is a non-profit organisation created to help people discover and develop their potential to care for themselves, others and the world around them through challenging experiences in unfamiliar settings.

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Who benefited in 2018-2019 ?

Number of participants:

Number of organisations we worked with:

Number of sponsored participants:

2018 6,813

2018 125

2018 2,446 2019 2,615

2019 142

2019 6,692

13.6%

7%

2019 Participant Days

28,787

2019 Sponsored Participants

39%

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Age group:

Male vs Female:

Sectors:

2019Total: 6,692

2019

2019

2018Total: 6,813

24.7%

13.9%

51.9%

29.9%

18.5%

48.1%

11.4%

1.6%

0%

Male

Female

Education Sector

Public Sector

Corporate Sector

Community Sector

Age 9-11

Age 12-14

Age 15-17

Age 18-29

Age 30-49

Age 50-64

Age 65 above

2018

2018

50.8%

49.2%

26.8%15.2%

30.9%

14.8%

10.1%2.0%

0.3%

9% (585)

3% (194)

74%(4,970)

70%(4,809)

7%(490) 9%

(589)10%(647)

18%(1,221)

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Fundraising2019 was a challenging year for many NGOs in Hong Kong. Among them OBHK was hard hit by the impact of social unrest. Months of protest had made it impossible for us to stage the annual Corporate Challenge and the breathtaking Hong Kong Vertical 1000, both of which were expected to bring substantial fundraising income.

In addition, the economic situation is weak, and everybody has become more conservative in making donations.

The Adventure race aims to challenge individuals to overcome obstacles using strategy, leadership and teamwork.

Crossing stunning cityscape, countryside and coastl ine , teams of 4 chose between the

Despite the challenging environment, we are blessed to be able to work together with many committed individuals and organisations and raised nearly HK$1.8M through three annual fundraising events.

These funds will allow us to provide more resilience training and help young people develop a positive attitude to life, and to ensure our courses are delivered from the best possible facilities using the most reliable equipment and resources.

Adventure Race 2019Challenge route (16km) or for the super-ambitious, the Elite route (20 km) to test their physical strength, brainpower and cooperation through a series of stimulating tasks, including trail running, kayaking, and orienteering.

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Date : 10th March 2019

Venue : Hong Kong Sea School to Tong Chong Street

Amount Raised : HK$535,100

Chairman : Helmuth Hennig

No. of Participants : 320

Main SponsorVitasoy International Holdings Ltd.

Venue SponsorSwire Properties Limited

Taikoo Place

Corporate SupportHAESL

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited

Jebsen Group

Lee Kee Group

Swire Properties Limited

ContributorsAgriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department

Centre of Rehabilitation & Exercising Specialist

DKSH Hong Kong Limited

Dole Hong Kong Limited

Fujikon Industrial Holdings Ltd.

Hong Kong Police Force

Jebsen Beverage

Latitude Limited

Loreal Hong Kong Ltd.

Mainfreight

Marine Department

Microworks Technology Limited

Nature’s Village

Ocean Park Hong Kong

Prince of Peace (HK) Ltd.

Protrek Company Limited

Re:echo Asia Pacific Limited

Swire Resources Limited

Thong Sia Watch Co. Ltd.

Transport Department

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Shor t, fast, fun and suitable for anyone and everyone. The Multi Race presents a perfect introduction to the exhi larat ing spor t of adventure racing and tends to take participants out of their comfort zones and push them to their limits.

Apart from the regular route that allow teams to compete in the superb environment of the

Multi Race 2019

Led by the HKEX Listing Committee, this CSR programme provides experience for staff and family members of the Listing Department to have fun cycling through amazing scenery with mystery games along the way.

Since its inception in 2011, Pedal Power has raised over HK$8.5 million and this has benefited more than 3,000 students.

Pedal Power 2019

Date : 13th April 2019

Venue : Tai Mei Tuk to Science Park

Amount Raised : HK$1,069,500

Chairlady : Teresa Ko

No. of Participants : 109

Donations HK$100,000 or moreEdmond Chan

KPMG Foundation

Stephen Taylor

Teresa Ko

Timothy Keith Pogson

Donations between HK$50,000 - HK$99,999Clara Chan

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited

Jiang Guorong

Donations between HK$10,000 - HK$49,999Adrian Wong

Arnout Van Rijn

Chen Ding

David Graham

Goldman Sachs Gives

Philip Tye

Richard Winter

Samson Li

Terence Keyes

ContributorsFreshfields Bruckhaus Deringer

Listing Committee, Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited

KPMG

Securities and Futures Commission

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At the Strategic Planning Meeting in early 2018, the need to diversify OBHK’s income stream was identified. Development of major gifts from individuals, corporate fundraising from businesses, niche events, alumni and legacy fundraising were discussed. Priority will be given to opportunities with the greatest income-generating potential which require relatively less resource input.

Establishment of the Advancement Office

Date : 29th September 2019

Venue : Pak Tam Chung to Outward Bound Tai Mong Tsai Headquarters

Amount Raised : HK$160,000

Chairman : Helmuth Hennig

No. of Participants : 182

ContributorsAgriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department

Centre of Rehabilitation & Exercising Specialist

Del Monte Fresh Produces (HK) Limited

Fujikon Industrial Co., Ltd.

Hong Kong Police Force

Jebsen Beverage

Latitude Limited

Marine Department

Nature's Village

Prince of Peace (Hong Kong) Limited

Protrek Company Limited

Re:echo Asia Pacific Limited

SuperPark

Swire Coca-Cola HK Limited

Thong Sia Watch Co. Ltd.

Wishh!

Led by Craig Chapman, the Advancement Committee was set up and the experienced fundraiser, Heather Smith, was hired in late 2019 to head up the new Advancement Office. Together with the Advancement Committee and Trustees, the Advancement Team will work to develop the philanthropic support and increased fundraising income necessary to sustain the growth of OBHK in the coming years.

Sai Kung areas, the race also offers a Parent-Child category at a shorter distance with similar structure to promote family bonding.

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You Made a Difference!Above HK$1,000,000 • The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust

• Lee Hysan Foundation

Between HK$500,000 to HK$999,999 • Bright Future Charitable Foundation

• I Consulting Group Limited

• The Hong Kong Club Foundation

Between HK$250,000 to HK$499,999 • Providence Foundation

Between HK$100,000 to HK$249,999• China Tonghai International Financial Limited

• The Swire Group Charitable Trust

Between HK$10,000 to HK$99,999• Centum Charitas Foundation

• Chun Wo Construction and Engineering Company Ltd.

• Correctional Services Department Sports Association

• Crown Records Management

• Fujikon Industrial Holdings Limited

• Glorious Sun Group

• Hanison Construction Holdings Limited

• Hong Kong Medical and Healthcare Foundation Limited

• Jetta Company Limited

• MTR Corporation

• Stan Group (Holdings) Limited

• SUGA International Holdings Limited

• Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd.

• You Eal (HK) Ltd.

Between HK$5,000 to HK$9,999• Diocesan Girls’ School

• Ka Shui International Holdings Limited

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Communities & Partnerships

Outward Bound’s community courses are primarily funded by our fundraising events, providing opportunities for a wide range of at-risk, special needs or economically disadvantaged populations. For many, especially underprivileged youth, an OBHK course will be a rare opportunity to experience resilience and compassion.

community-based courses in 2019

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Adaptive JourneyWith the funding obtained from Operation Santa Claus, groups of different ages and disabled backgrounds joined a series of courses called ‘Adaptive Journeys’.

Par ticipants went for 2 days of training with our instructors to familiarize themselves with customised kayaking gear and basic skills. Within a week they started exploring the beauty of Hong Kong’s wilderness on a 5-day expedition, demonstrating remarkable physical and mental strength!

We owe many thanks to Mr. Derek Ko (Training Director of Derek Ko Training Academy) with his years of experience in bringing people with disabilities to the outdoors and preparing our staff with a better understanding of such clientele’s needs and challenges.

18-Day Classic Achievers ProgrammeThe 18-day Classic Achievers Programme is the longest and toughest course that we offer. Participants are sponsored by OBHK bursaries to make the course available for low income youths and selection is based on merit. The programme spans over two weeks of intense adventure: rock climbing, kayaking, hiking and overnight outdoor camping (even in the rain). For many of the underprivileged youths, the 18-day course is one of the most uncommon opportunities that they experience in resilience and compassion. 39 youths from 19 different schools and backgrounds successfully completed the journey in 2019. They claimed to feel phantom phone vibrations in their pockets during the first few days! But the amazing friendships that developed, the deep connection with nature, and the tangible sense of accomplishment they felt was something they all said they would never forget.

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1. Asbury Methodist Social Service 2. Baptist Oi Kwan Social Service3. Barnabas Charitable Service Association4. Caritas Pelletier School5. Caritas Wong Yiu Nam Centre6. Chan Shu Kui Memorial School7. Christian New Life Association8. Delia Memorial School (Hip Woo)9. Helping Hand10. Hong Kong Sea School11. Hong Kong Student Aid Society

(Holland Hostel)12. InspiringHK Sports Foundation13. Leo Club of Queensway14. Operation Breakthrough

15. Operation Dawn Hong Kong16. QESOSA Tong Kwok Wah Secondary School17. Resolve Foundation Limited18. Social Welfare Department - Probation

Service19. St. Stephen’ s Society20. The Boys’ & Girls’ Clubs Association of

Hong Kong21. The Evangelical Lutheran Church of

Hong Kong22. The Hong Kong Society for the Deaf23. The Nesbitt Centre24. The Society for the Aid and Rehabilitation of

Drug Abusers

Beneficiaries

Apart from admiring the effort of the two volunteers who went on from our beach to continue cleaning the next one, I realised I should have tried harder for picking up the trash since it was a collective effort. We are all responsible to protect and make the ocean beautiful.

I learned to be persistent, same as drug rehabilitation; if we give up, we must start it all over again.

Participant - Christian New Life Association

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EducationPedal Power ProgrammeThe HKEX Listing Committee continued their 9th year of financial support for the Pedal Power Student Leader Programme in 2019. This enabled 376 students from low income families to participate in a 5-day Leadership Programme, enhancing their sense of self-worth, social responsibility and a commitment to contributing to their schools & community.

Taiwan Normal University Sails Hong Kong: Leadership and Teamwork Training12 members from the depar tment of Civic Education and Leadership at National Taiwan Normal University experienced a unique 5-day sailing training programme with Outward Bound Hong Kong in June. After being taught the basics of sailing, participants put these skills into practise, sailing the ship to some of the most remote and least-developed corners of Hong Kong, facing significant challenges along the way. As each individual gained more confidence and knowledge, they were given increasing levels of responsibility in safely navigating the ship back to the base. Working with others to steer a vessel to safety is an excellent metaphor for many aspects of modern life.

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Sponsored ProgrammeThe Hong Kong Club Foundation started a pilot project and provided financial suppor t for the students from St. Antonius Girls' College to attend a 5-day Experiential Education Programme. With tremendous support from the Headmistress and teachers, 84 girls had a remarkable experience helping them develop sel f -confidence and strengthening their ability to cope with adversity.

We owe thanks to the Hong Kong C lub Foundation with their generosity, in enabling OBHK to add value to St. Antonius Girls’ College.

In Dec 2019, our F.4 students participated in the leadership training programme organised by Outward Bound Hong Kong. This is a great opportunity to build up their leadership skills, problem-solving skills and self-confidence. The Outward Bound instructors were very supportive and helpful during the entire training programme and our students enjoyed the time spent with them. Throughout the 5-day journey, students took up different challenges such as hiking, sailing and jumping off from the pier. Although they had to make decisions under challenging circumstances, they explored the wild outdoors, discovered their own inner self and pushed themselves to the very limits of their capacity. It was definitely a rewarding activity and they had shared an experience that was unique and belonged only to them.

Ms Mary Chu Headmistress - St. Antonius Girls’ College

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1. Aberdeen Baptist Lui Ming Choi College2. Australian International School Hong Kong3. Beacon Hill School4. Bradbury School5. Buddhist Hung Sean Chau Memorial College6. Buddhist Tai Hung College7. Buddhist Wong Wan Tin College8. Caritas Yuen Long Chan Chun Ha Secondary School9. Carmel School10. CCC Kei To Secondary School11. CCC Mong Man Wai College12. Cheung Chuk Shan College13. Cheung Sha Wan Catholic Secondary School14. Christian Alliance SC Chan Memorial College15. Clearwater Bay School16. CNEC Lau Wing Sang Secondary School17. Concordia Lutheran School18. Diocesan Boys’ School Primary Division19. Diocesan Girls’ Junior School20. Diocesan Girls’ School21. Diocesan Preparatory School22. Dulwich College Seoul23. ECF Saint Too Canaan College24. Elegantia College25. Fanling Rhenish Church Secondary School26. Fukien Secondary School27. Fukien Secondary School Affiliated School28. German Swiss International School29. Good Hope School 30. HKBUAS Wong Kam Fai Secondary and Primary School31. Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education – Tsing Yi32. Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education – Kwun Tong33. HKTA Tang Hin Memorial Secondary School34. HKTA The Yuen Yuen Institute No. 1 Secondary School35. Ho Fung College (Sponsored by Sik Sik Yuen)36. Ho Lap College (Sponsored by Sik Sik Yuen)37. SKH Holy Carpenter Secondary School38. Homantin Government Secondary School39. Hong Kong Baptist University40. Yidan University 41. ICHK Hong Lok Yuen (Kindergarten and Primary)42. Jockey Club Ti-I College43. Kellett School44. Kennedy School45. Keystone Academy46. Kit Sam Lam Bing Yim Secondary School47. Kowloon Tong School (Primary Section)48. Kwun Tong Government Secondary School

49. Li Po Chun United World College of Hong Kong50. Ling Liang Church M H Lau Secondary School51. Lingnan Dr. Chung Wing Kwong Memorial Secondary School52. HKCCCU Logos Academy53. Lok Sin Tong Ku Chiu Man Secondary School54. National Taiwan Normal University55. Newman Catholic College56. Peak School57. Quarry Bay School58. Queen’s College Old Boys’ Association Secondary School59. Republic Polytechnic 60. Rhenish Church Pang Hok Ko Memorial College61. Salesians Of Don Bosco Ng Siu Mui Secondary School62. Shatin Tsung Tsin Secondary School63. Shawnigan Lake School64. Shung Tak Catholic English College65. Sing Yin Secondary School66. South Island School67. St. Antonius Girls’ College68. St. Paul’s School (Lam Tin)69. St. Joseph’s Primary School70. St. Paul’s Co-educational College Primary School71. St. Stephen’s College72. St. Catharine’s School for Girls73. Stewards Pooi Kei College74. Stewards Pooi Kei Primary School75. The Chinese Foundation Secondary School76. The Chinese University of Hong Kong77. City University of Hong Kong78. The ISF Academy79. The Methodist Lee Wai Lee College80. The Salvation Army William Booth Secondary School81. The University of Hong Kong82. The Y. W.C.A. Hioe Tjo Yoeng College83. Tin Shui Wai Government Secondary School84. Tsung Tsin Middle School 85. TWGHs Chen Zao Men College86. TWGHs Li Ka Shing College87. TWGHs Lo Kon Ting Memorial College88. TWGHs Yau Tze Tin Memorial College89. United Christian College90. Wuhan College91. Yan Chai Hospital Lan Chi Pat Memorial Secondary School92. Yan Oi Tong Chan Wong Suk Fong Memorial Secondary

School93. Ying Wa College94. Yu Chun Keung Memorial College

Beneficiaries & Partnerships

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Outward Bound Professional continues to deliver high quality programmes which inspire, engage and motivate employees, spanning a variety of industry sectors and constituting a broad demographic ranging from management trainees to senior leadership.

New FrameworkOBHK offer flexible and diverse programme options for businesses with a range of solutions including centre based courses, land expeditions and sea journeys. Our new framework provides a learning progression which contributes positively to the growth and development of your employees and the leadership team.

OBHK are the industry leader in pioneering solutions which add value to business and our recent Impact Report demonstrates tangible growth and development in learning outcomes for OB Professional courses.

#Enabling the Individual #Preparing to Lead #Building Teams

Successful collaboration with management trainees1. Haitong International Securities Group Limited (“Haitong International” )2. Hang Lung Properties Limited3. Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited4. Hong Kong Television Network Limited 5. McKinsey & Company6. MTR Corporation Limited7. OCBC Wing Hang Bank Limited8. The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited (Towngas)

Outward Bound Hong kong Professional

Life is all about facing challenges and overtaking them.

Management Trainee, Haitong International

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Operations and Safety

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Organisational Structure ChangesIn 2020 OBHK re-aligned two administrative roles in the Operations and Staffing and Development departments in the interest of increased safety, efficiency, training, instructor mentorship, staff development, and course quality. The former Safety Manager position was brought into alignment with the Operations structure and renamed the Deputy Head of Operations. The former Training Manager position was brought into alignment within the Staffing and Development Structure and renamed the Deputy Head of Staffing and Development. These two positions will work closely to advance our course delivery through Course Director supervision, staff training and safety management.

Operations and Safety2019 was a transition year in the Operations and Safety Department, with Ben Smith concluding his time with OBHK and Niv Resheff joining, incorporating the Safety Manager’s responsibilities into the new Deputy Head of Operations position. The work and processes set in motion by Ben provided a great starting point for the revision of the role and fur ther integration of safety into OBHK operations. With that, high safety standards were maintained and incident numbers remained similar to those of 2018. Finally, a practice was put in place to invite one operations staff member to every Safety Committee meeting with the goal of providing field staff the opportunity to see the ‘behind the scenes’ of our safety operations, the committee work and the level of details required to run a safe operation. We would like to extend our thanks to all who joined us, and of course to the committee members with their continued support.

Wong Wan Chau Site Upkeep

Ropes Course Rescue Training

Mike Armstrong – Head of Operations

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Introduction to the Deputy Head of Operations - Niv ResheffHaving always been drawn to nature and the outdoors, Niv started his career in outdoor education over 15 years ago as an interpreter and park ranger in one of Israel’s nature reserves. Niv spent years gaining experience in outdoor corporate training, outdoor education, guiding and safety management before moving to the US and serving in various roles at the North Carolina Outward Bound school for 5 years. Now Niv has joined OBHK as the Deputy Head of Operations.

“I have found the Four Pillars of Outward Bound (Craftsmanship, Self-Reliance, Physical Fitness and Compassion) to be very close to my personal values. Those along with Kurt Hahn’s work and teachings solidified a strong bond between myself and the Outward Bound mission. Hahn’s ‘6 declines of modern youth’ written in the 1930s are relevant now more than ever. And so, I feel fortunate to be able to put my time and effort into helping people discover more about themselves, break through perceived limitations and live an intentional life.”

Going Solar

Go Solar to achieve a green cityMotivated by the innovative low-carbon ideas, OBHK is partnering with CarbonCare InnoLab (CCIL) by joining the “Jockey Club SolarCare Programme” which helped to provide a free service in building the solar panels on several OBHK buildings.

When we have the solar energy system implemented and have them connected to the Feed-in Tariff (FiT) Scheme by the two power companies, we hope to reduce carbon emissions for mitigating the climate change crisis. The programme is funded by a donation of some HK$24 million from the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust and implemented by CCIL, with a view to promoting the use of renewable energy in Hong Kong.

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StaffingIn 2019 the staffing team positively maintained diversity with experienced individuals joining us from Russia, England, South Africa, Zimbabwe, India, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Israel, Canada and the USA. We are very proud of our unique team that consistently runs high impact developmental courses for the people of Hong Kong and the Mainland. We have organised a work placement programme with OB Germany and OB Romania by sending our staff to work in other OB centres for a month to share ideas and learn from each other. Also, OBHK continued its positive relationship with HKU SPACE sending students in Higher Diploma in Sport & Recreation Management and Higher Diploma in Sport Coaching and Sport Performance for 3 month internships. Working with the operations department gaining valuable experiences, they fully immerse themselves in the culture and the ethos of OBHK.

56%Operational

48

12%Senior

10

18%Support

15

14%Office

12

Total Number of OBHK staff as at 31st December 2019: 85

64%Male 54

75%Local

64

36%Female

31

25%Overseas

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Staffing Development

Outdoor Instructor Training Programme (OITP)The OITP is an intake pathway for individuals who are passionate about the outdoors and want to start their careers in the industry. It is a rigorous training process that develops the critical technical and educational skills required to give our new instructors a solid base for continued growth. For 2019 we had 2 successful OITPs, adding 12 well-trained instructors to the operational pool.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Short-Term InstructorsThe RPL and Short-Term intake pathway provides Outward Bound Hong Kong with quality instructors from around the world who have prior experience and qualifications in the industry. We had 6 RPL and 4 Short Term Staff from Britain, India, Russia, Romania, South Africa and Zimbabwe.

External TrainingIn 2019 we also provided the following external training opportunities: Outward Bound Professional Training, American Canoe Association Level 1 and Level 2 Kayak instructor Certificate, Wilderness First Aid and Experiential Learning Masterclass. These trainings provide our staff with critical continued development that help keep our standards at a high level. We have also increased staff competency as trainers with Emergency First Responder Trainers Qualification for 4 staff members who can provide First Aid Certification internally as well as to the public.

Rock Training in Shek O

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Hon PresidentThe Late Sir David Akers-Jones, KBE CMG JP*

PresidentJohn Strickland, GBS JP*

Vice PresidentWinston Y L Lo

Executive Committee ChairmanRichard Winter*

Deputy ChairmanHelmuth Hennig*

TreasurerJonathon Lee*

Executive Director & Hon Secretary Nick Cotton

Hon Legal AdvisorRobert ClarkMachiuanna Chu*

Hon AuditorPricewaterhouseCoopers

Alan MorganAllan WarburgAndrew Weir*Andy LauBernard AuyangBernard PouliotC C TungChien LeeChris HanselmanChristopher Pooley*Clara Chan*Cowen ChiuCraig ChapmanDavid GethingDavid Ho

David KongDeirdre Lander*Duncan M TelferEdward Jr. Ma*Frank SlevinGerard ByrneGraeme Deuchars Jean Sung*Jeremy LuJeremy Young*Jon SparksJoseph LamJoseph TseK K Chan, BBS JPKarl Kwok

Li Yun TaiMark SchwilleMartin CubbonPatrick HealyPeter Clarke*Peter NixonRonnie Wong Man Chiu, JPRoy Chung,GBS BBS JPSarah BorweinSebastian ManStephen TanStephen Taylor*Sunny ChaiTeresa Ko*The Hon Howard Young, JP

The Outward Bound Trust of Hong Kong Limited has 52 valued members from whom the Executive Committee elected, with Sir David Akers-Jones as the Patron of the Trust.

The Trust

Trust Officers

Trust Members

* Member of 2019 Executive Committee

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Christopher Pooley (Chairman)

Cameron FergusonJohn ShanahanLi Yun Tai

Helmuth Hennig (Chairman)

David GethingDon Taylor

Sub-Committee Members

Pedal Power Committee Teresa Ko (Chairlady)

HK Vertical 1000Graeme Deuchars (Chairman)

David GethingHelmuth HennigJon SparksRichard Winter

50th Anniversary CommitteeHelmuth Hennig (Chairman)

Andy LauGraeme DeucharsNick CottonRonnie WongSebastian ManTrilby White

Advancement Committee Craig Chapman (Chairman)

Alan MorganBea ArmstrongChristopher LavenderHeather SmithMark GarvieNick CottonSarah Mends

Clara Chan (Chairlady)

Thomas Ting (Vice Chairman)

Roy Chung (Honorary Chairman)

Sunny Chai (Honorary Chairman)

Andrew YaoBasil WaiClara LiuClarence CheungDerek Pang

Georgina ChanJoe PauJohnny YeungKa-ho ChengMeasure HungMichael TungNick CottonPatricia LeungPatrick Chan

Cheryl BlancoJudy Strong

Phoebe WanRebecca LeeRudy ChauRyan HungSamson ChanVincent KongWendy Yeung

Nick CottonRebecca Lee

Safety Committee

Adventure Race Committee & Multi Race Committee

Mark LewisMike ArmstrongNick CottonNiv Resheff

Jon SparksNick CottonPeter Clarke

Patrick LeeRuy Barretto S.C.Sarah Borwein

Richard Winter

Corporate Challenge Committee

50th Anniversary Gala EveningSebastian Man (Co-Chairman)

Trilby White (Co-Chairman)

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Remembering Sir David Akers-JonesSir David Akers-Jones was more than the founder of Outward Bound Hong Kong. He was a very active mentor, advocate and friend who retained not only his passion for the impor tance of our work but also his energy for contributing however he could.

As Chief Secretary he recognised that as Hong Kong’s youth benefitted from improved housing conditions, they simultaneously became more urban and disconnected from our outdoor environment which is so impor tant for their holistic development and wellbeing. He therefore set about finding the support and ultimately the piece of land at Tai Mong Tsai which has served as our base for 50 years.

His guidance was always available should it be required and he regularly attended trustee events as well as those of the Alumni Association. In a speech he made in his final years Sir David pointed out that when we were founded Hong Kong’s population was less than half of that today, and by deduction we should be looking to build a second OB school to serve Hong Kong. It is now up to us to take his energy and vision and make it reality for generations to come. Although he will be missed, his legacy will live on in the oppor tunities provided to so many of Hong Kong’s young people who will go on to shape its future.

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Executive Committee Report The Executive Committee members of The Outward Bound Trust of Hong Kong Limited (the “Trust”) submit their report together with the audited consolidated financial statements of the Trust and its subsidiary, Outward Bound China Consultancy Services Company Limited (“Subsidiary”) (together, the “Group”), for the year ended 31st December 2019.

Principal ActivitiesThe principal activities of the Group are the provision of education and personal development training for people of all nationalities and in particular people from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

Results and AppropriationsThe results of the Group for the year are set out in the consolidated statement of comprehensive income on page 31.

Executive Committee Members of the TrustThe Executive Committee members of the Trust (“Executive Committee Members”) during the year and up to the date of this report were:

Sir David Akers-Jones (deceased on 30th September 2019)Ms. Yuen Shan Clara Chan Ms. Man Wai Machiuanna ChuMr. Peter Raymond ClarkeMr. Hans Helmuth HennigMs. Teresa Yuk Yin KoMs. Chi Wah Eva Law (retired on 9th May 2019)Mr. Yat Ling Edward Jr. MaMr. Chris PooleyMr. John Estmond StricklandMr. Stephen Taylor Mr. Andrew Walter Bougourd Ross Weir Mr. Richard David WinterMr. Jeremy YoungMs. Deirdre Norene LanderMr. Jonathon Glyn Lee (appointed on 8th May 2019)Ms. Jean Sung (appointed on 26th August 2019)

As Mr. Jonathon Glyn Lee and Ms. Jean Sung were appointed as Executive Committee Members by the Executive Committee pursuant to Article 34 of the Trust’s Articles of Association, they shall retire from office at the next general meeting of the Trust, but shall be eligible for re-election. Pursuant to Articles 31 and 32 of the Trust’s Articles of Association, Mr. Yuen Shan Clara Chan, Ms. Man Wai Machiuanna Chu, Mr. Andrew Walter Bougourd Ross Weir and Mr. Stephen Taylor shall retire from office at the next Annual General Meeting of the Trust, but shall be eligible for re-election.

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Board of Directors of the SubsidiaryThe Board of Directors of the Subsidiary (“Directors”) during the period from 1st January 2019 to 24th September 2019 (date of deregistration of the Subsidiary) were:

Mr. Lee ChienMr. Chan Ka KuiMr. Chan Gaston Chi WingMr. Chiu CowenDr. Chung Chi Ping RoyMr. Liu Sing CheongMr. Lo Yau Lai Winston

Executive Committee Members’ material interests in transactions, arrangements and contracts that are significant in relation to the Group’s business.

No transactions, arrangements and contracts of significance in relation to the Group's business to which the Trust’s subsidiary was a party and in which an Executive Committee Member had a material interest, whether directly or indirectly, subsisted at the end of the year or at any time during the year.

Executive Committee Members' interests in the shares and debentures of the Trust or any specified undertaking of the Trust.

At no time during the year was the Trust or its subsidiary a party to any arrangement to enable the Executive Committee Members to hold any interests in the shares, or debentures of, the Trust or its specified undertakings.

Management ContractsNo contracts concerning the management and administration of the whole or any substantial part of the business of the Trust were entered into or existed during the year.

Business Review

Performance Review

2019 presented a number of challenges that impacted upon the Trust’s ability to fulfil its plans during the year. The social situation, which presented challenges across the economy, has had direct impact on the operations of the Trust during the second half of the year, particularly during November, resulting in cancellation of course delivery and deferred income.

Prior to these unprecedented events, the prospects for a successful year and growth in revenue were good. The year also saw the creation and adoption of a 5-year Strategic Plan which outlines the priorities for the Trust. The launch of the 50th Anniversary year of 2021 was scheduled to be launched in Q4 with a major fundraising event. Due to the social uncertainty this, and regular fundraising, was suspended, impacting revenue.

Income of HK$31,227,849 reflects an increase of 2.5% over the previous year.

The future of Outward Bound in mainland China took significant steps forward, with the registration of Outward Bound Hubei and the appointment of relevant senior employees to lead the project. This positive outcome has resulted in the closure of the wholly-owned foreign enterprise that was maintained by the Trust.

Environmental Protection

The Trust maintains its not-for profit par tnership with the Leave No Trace Centre for Outdoor Ethics, incorporating best environmental practice into all courses, policies and staff training.

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During the year the Trust entered a partnership which will result in the installation of an array of solar panels in the next financial year, which will further reduce our environmental impact.

The Trust continues to operate a composter to deal with food waste, the product being used at our Tai Mong Tsai facility.

Compliance with Laws and Regulations

The Group is committed to making every effort to comply with all relevant laws and regulations. The Executive Committee Members are not aware of any non-compliance with the relevant laws and regulations which may have a significant impact on the Group.

Principal Risks and Uncertainties

Given the significant uncertainty surrounding the future social situation, any future unrest presents a significant risk to operations. Disruption which impacts revenue, either from operations or fundraising, could negatively influence future outlook. The social restrictions resulting from the global COVID-19 outbreak currently affecting Hong Kong has impacted revenue in the first half of 2020 and these challenges are likely to remain unresolved for the foreseeable future.

Particulars of Important Events

The Trust’s operations have been affected by COVID-19 outbreak starting from the first quarter of 2020, and most of the training courses in the first half of the year have been suspended. The Executive Committee is closely monitoring the impact of the global pandemic and its impact on revenue.

Likely Future Developments

The Trust continues to work with the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust to review potential for redevelopment and renovation of the Tai Mong Tsai headquarters.

As outlined in the Strategic Plan, further development of our fundraising revenue will become increasingly important in the coming years. The need for this development has been justified by the impact of the social unrest in recent months.

Permitted Indemnity ProvisionsNot for profit organisation liability insurance policy was in place during the year to protect the Executive Committee members of the Trust (whether made by the Trust or otherwise) or an associated company (if made by the Trust) against potential costs and liabilities arising from claims brought against the Executive Committee members.

AuditorThe consolidated financial statements have been audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers who retire and, being eligible, offer themselves for re-appointment.

Subsequent EventDetails of significant subsequent event are set out in note 49 to the financial statements.

On behalf of the Board of Executive Committee Members

Mr. Richard David Winter (Chairman) Hong Kong

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Consolidated Balance SheetAs at 31st December

2019 2018AssetsNon-current assetsProperty, plant and equipment 5,643,069 5,412,102Right-of-use assets 664,582 -

6,307,651 5,412,102Current assetsInventories 291,647 252,029Accounts and other receivables 5,397,485 4,704,823Cash and cash equivalents 17,040,920 20,481,275

22,730,052 25,438,127Total assets 29,037,703 30,850,229Funds and LiabilitiesGeneral and Specific FundsFixed Assets Fund 5,643,069 5,412,102Building and Assets Acquisition Fund (1,597,980) -Bursary Fund 31,478 641,819Staff Development Fund (35,364) 14,081Endowment Fund 11,295,982 11,290,339Gratuity Fund 707,426 493,354Staff Adventure Fund 77,000 77,000General Fund (1,302,956) 1,921,990Exchange reserve - (13,714)

14,818,655 19,836,971Designated FundsLark Endowment Fund 1,004,672 1,001,841Simon Akers-Jones Memorial Bursary Fund 1,012,407 1,009,555Vitasoy Endowment Bursary Fund 301,217 300,369Bradbury Bursary Fund 1,109,828 1,104,708Chan Tseng Hsi Youth-at-risk Fund 2,719,549 2,711,888China Development Fund 674,174 674,174HKJC Second Chance Fund 2,272,418 1,561,812Lee Hysan Foundation Performance Evaluation Project Fund 1,631 1,631Pedal Power Fund 2,558,938 2,560,505Lee Hysan Foundation F4 Fund 368,648 368,648Lee Hysan Foundation Staff Development Fund 18,463 40,940Lee Hysan Foundation 18 Days Classic Achievers Fund (8,460) (8,460)Swire Group Charitable Trust Fund 101,556 201,555Lee Hysan Foundation Character Building Programme Fund 359,240 (360,760)Operation Santa Claus Adaptive Journeys Fund 31,660 259,875HKJC Inception Impetus and Teacher Experiential Education Awareness Programme Fund (5,220,342) (3,602,396)Project WeCan Fund 28,436 28,436Kadoorie Charitable Foundation Fund (1,682) (1,682)Every Miles Matters Fund - 0Lee Hysan Foundation Peacebuilding Programme Fund 176,746 -St. Antonius Girls’ College Fund 225,225 -Bright Future Charitable Foundation Fund 506,880 -

8,241,204 7,852,639Total funds 23,059,859 27,689,610Non-current liabilitiesLease liabilities 218,716 -Current LiabilitiesOther payables and accruals 1,570,549 1,844,601Course fees and government subvention received in advance 1,076,099 221,215Contract liabilities 2,649,847 1,094,803Lease liabilities 462,633 -

5,759,128 3,160,619Total liabilities 5,977,844 3,160,619Total funds and liabilities 29,037,703 30,850,229

Finance & Performance(All amounts in Hong Kong dollars unless otherwise stated)

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Course fee Income: TypeYear 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019Total 25.0M 23.7M 22.0M 25.1M 26.3M 27.5M 29.7M 27.4M 28.7M 30.2M 31.2M

Consolidated statement of comprehensive incomeYear ended 31st December

2019 2018Operating income Course tuition fees, recognised over time 21,692,726 21,867,560Course tuition fees, recognised over time and subsidised by:

Bursaries from Hong Kong Government 2,318,556 2,271,809 Bursaries from the Second Chance Fund 799,894 702,145Bursaries from the Inception Impetus and Teacher Experiential Education Awareness Programme Fund 4,287,831 2,879,622

Bursary Fund 1,061,031 2,254,885 Bursaries from Listing Committee of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange 992,872 152,030

Profit from sale of stocks, recognised at a point in time 47,514 83,031Miscellaneous 27,425 251,501

31,227,849 30,462,583Operating expenditureStaff costs, marketing and other expenditure (33,533,499) (32,046,451)Depreciation of property, plant and equipment (1,613,963) (1,437,031)Depreciation of right-of-use assets (551,774) -Loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment (312,436) -

(36,011,672) (33,483,482)Net operating deficit (4,783,823) (3,020,899)Income/(loss) from other activitiesFund raising activities, net (19,339) 1,763,289Donations and contributions received 823,192 1,565,129Interest income 11,392 4,238Loss on deregistration of a subsidiary (23,154) -Finance cost (48,993) -

743,098 3,332,656

(Deficit)/surplus before income tax (4,040,725) 311,757Income tax expense - -(Deficit)/surplus for the year (4,040,725) 311,757Other comprehensive income/(loss) for the yearItem that may be reclassified to the profit or lossCurrency translation differences 22,934 (20,357)Total comprehensive (loss)/income for the year (4,017,791) 291,400

Public CoursesKids Courses 578,340 1.9%Courses for Continuing Education Fund 348,460 1.1%Leadership Courses 316,520 1.0%Teen Explorers Courses 806,880 2.6%Youth Adventure Courses 303,400 1.0%Youth Sea Courses 131,240 0.4%Adult Courses 63,560 0.2%Overseas Courses 223,300 0.7%

2,771,700 8.9%Contract CoursesCourses for the government, corporations & schoolsCorporate: 3,002,581 9.6%Education: 22,042,130 70.8%Community CoursesCourses for the disabled, youth-at-risk & ex-drug addicts 3,336,499 10.7%Total 31,152,910 100.0%

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Outward Bound Hong KongTai Mong Tsai Base (Headquarter)

Jockey Club Ah Kung Wan Outward Bound Training Centre (Ropes Course)

Wong Wang Chau Base (Wilderness Base)

Tai Mong Tsai, Sai Kung, New Territories, Hong KongTel: 852 2792 4333Fax: 852 2792 9877info@outwardbond.org.hkwww.outwardbound.org.hk

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The Outward Bound Trust of Hong Kong Limited acknowledges and is grateful to many individuals, corporations, departments and organisations for their longstanding support by ways of expertise, resources, time and services. Thanks to you, we will continue to help young people discover an develop their potential – to care for themselves, others and the world.