Stephanie Hung Yujia, chairwoman of the Hong Kong Federation of Women, addressed the 61st session of the UN Human Rights Council on March 18, highlighting the city’s remarkable advances in child protection, healthcare, and women’s empowerment.

Hung, a barrister who was called to the Bar of the jurisdiction in 2016, noted that Hong Kong’s Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance took effect in January 2026, and said that the legislation creates a comprehensive safety net that “safeguards children’s rights and strengthens the family and community support systems”.

Hung also highlighted the city’s first Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, which opened recently and blends Eastern and Western approaches, advancing universal health access and marking a fresh step toward improved human rights.

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The federation launched an interactive exhibition with the China National Museum of Women and Children on March 17, showcasing China’s digital empowerment initiatives for women and girls.

These achievements "are secured under the stability of 'one country, two systems' and protected by local laws," Hung said.

The federation, established in 1993, pushes for protecting vulnerable groups — women, children, and the elderly — from disinformation and climate threats, through improving digital and artificial intelligence literacy.

"We remain committed to China’s vision as outlined in China’s Achievements in Women’s Well-Rounded Development in the New Era", Hung said.