Turn Your Goodwill into Impact
Caritas Youth and Community Service (YCS) manages volunteer registration and engagement through the "Social Career" platform. Founded in 2015, Social Career is a registered non-profit organisation in Hong Kong dedicated to encouraging public participation in volunteer services.
Through Social Career, the public can explore and register for volunteer opportunities across more than 600 organisations. To discover Caritas YCS volunteer opportunities or register as a volunteer, please visit the Social Career platform.
Outstanding Volunteer Award Scheme
The scheme aims to recognise volunteers’ contributions to the community, encourage them to maintain their enthusiasm for service, and motivate them to actively serve the community.
Award System
Implemented since 1997, the scheme presents different Outstanding Volunteer badges according to volunteers’ service hours and years of service.
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Red Badge
First Step
Annual Service 30 Hours
Awarded upon completing 30 or more service hours in the first year, marking the beginning of your community journey.
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Orange to Purple
Progression
Service Years 2–9 Years
Orange Badge awarded for 2 years of service with 30+ hours annually, advancing through Yellow, Green, Cyan, Blue, and Purple badges yearly.
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Gold Badge
Dedication
Service Years 10 Years
Awarded upon reaching 10 years of sustained commitment, progressing sequentially to Gold-Red, Gold-Orange, and Star badges.
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Double Gold
Excellence
Service Years 20 Years
The highest honor awarded for 20 years of dedication. From the 21st year onwards, an honorary lifelong service certificate is presented.
Recognition Criteria
Evaluations are based on annual volunteer service hours and cumulative years of service. All awardees receive official commendation badges and certificates.
Online Registration
Explore Caritas volunteer opportunities, register for upcoming activities, and track your service hours directly via the "Social Career" platform.
Contact Service Units
You may also connect directly with any of our Caritas Youth and Community Service units, or email our Volunteer Coordinator for general inquiries.
Outstanding Junior Volunteer Award Scheme
Launched in 2002 by Caritas Youth and Community Service, the Outstanding Junior Volunteer Award Scheme inspires primary school students to “love your neighbour” by serving those in need—sharing God’s love through meaningful action and social responsibility.
Through diverse volunteering opportunities, the scheme nurtures young people to be eager learners, effective communicators, responsible citizens, and bold innovators.
About the Program
Volunteer Service Criteria
Outstanding Junior Volunteer Awards
To recognize students' dedication and positive impact, the scheme presents Commendation Certificates, Badges, and Service Awards annually, encouraging continuous civic engagement and leadership.
Learn For A Reason
The scheme aims to encourage young volunteers from service units to continue participating in volunteer work and to recruit new young volunteers for Caritas Youth and Community Service. Through the programme, we hope to inspire young people’s passion for social service, encourage their active participation in the community, and help them develop and apply their personal abilities.
Key Impact & Statistics
Volunteer Opportunities
Supporting the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through meaningful community actions.
SDG 1 · No Poverty
Warm Home Campaign
Visiting low-income families and elderly living alone to provide home cleaning support and winter care.
SDG 2 · Zero Hunger
Food Sharing Drive
Collecting surplus edible produce from local markets to redistribute to vulnerable communities and reduce waste.
SDG 3 · Good Health & Well-being
Mindful Walking & Breathing
Promoting mental and physical wellness through nature walks and stretching while building positive social ties.
SDG 4 · Quality Education
Knowledge Sharing Day
Hosting educational workshops and tutoring sessions for underprivileged children in Community Living Rooms.
SDG 5 · Gender Equality
Her Voice · Human Library
Creating a supportive respite and dialogue space for young mothers through an interactive "Human Library" session.
SDG 6 · Clean Water & Sanitation
Water Conservation Pioneer
Promoting practical water-saving techniques and installing eco-friendly household devices in grassroot homes.
SDG 7 · Affordable & Clean Energy
Light Up Homes & Hearts
Replacing energy-efficient LED light bulbs and conducting electrical safety checks for elderly households.
SDG 8 · Decent Work & Economic Growth
Future Navigation Mentorship
Mentors share career journeys, provide early vocational advice, and teach essential workplace soft skills.
SDG 9 · Innovation & Infrastructure
Smart Ageing Companion
Assisting seniors one-on-one with smartphones and essential digital tools to foster cross-generational digital inclusion.
SDG 10 · Reduced Inequalities
Multicultural Discovery
Visiting ethnic minority communities and shops to experience diverse traditions and foster mutual cultural respect.
SDG 11 · Sustainable Cities
Echoes of the Community
Exploring historic shops and interviewing elder residents to record oral histories and compile a community photo storybook.
SDG 12 · Responsible Consumption
Plastic-Free Living Workshop
Hands-on creation of eco-enzymes and reusable beeswax wraps to practice waste reduction and creative upcycling.
SDG 13 · Climate Action
One-Day Low-Carbon Journey
Taking on a one-day vegetarian and public transport challenge while calculating carbon footprints to reimagine sustainable living.
SDG 14 · Life Below Water
Coastline Guardian Cleanup
Removing coastal debris and microplastics, conducting waste brand audits, and deepening marine conservation awareness.
SDG 15 · Life on Land
Forest Bathing & Nature Care
Connecting with local biodiversity and native wildlife through mindful forest walks to rebuild family resilience.
SDG 16 · Peace & Justice
Seeds of Peace & Inclusion
Attending youth forum theatre on justice and peace, followed by co-creating a Community Peace Pledge Wall.
SDG 17 · Partnerships
SDG Allies Showcase Day
Year-end celebration! Volunteers co-manage exhibitions and impact presentations, consolidating achievements across 17 SDGs.
Statistics
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（23-24 year）
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Participating in Caritas volunteer services can help you develop:
Leadership skills
Communication skills
Innovative thinking
Organisational and execution skills
A sense of social responsibility
Adaptability and problem-solving skills
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