Who We Are
Since 2007, Justice Centre has worked to support forced migrants access protection and basic services in Hong Kong SAR, in support of the vision of Hong Kong SAR as a welcoming and inclusive society.
Our team consists of dedicated legal and social welfare professionals and refugee leaders with extensive experience in Hong Kong SAR’s non-refoulement protection law and practice.
Local Refugee Protection Practitioners
We are a local non-profit organisation that supports Hong Kong SAR as a welcoming and inclusive city, where people from different cultures and backgrounds coexist harmoniously and thrive together.
Our staff are experienced refugee protection practitioners who work tirelessly to support forced migrants in Hong Kong SAR.
Supporting the most marginalised
We support:
- Refugees
- Asylum seekers
- Victims of torture
- Victims of human trafficking
- Victims of forced labour
Individuals in these communities ask the Hong Kong Government to provide protection under Hong Kong law from the torture, persecution and other risks they face in their countries of origin and/or as a result of their migration.
Our team at Justice Centre carefully screens potential clients, and provide tailored support to women, children, LGBTIQA+ individuals, racial and ethnic minorities, stateless persons and other at risk migrant groups in need of protection under Hong Kong law.
Leadership
Head of Partnerships and Development
Life at JC
- I strive to develop meaningful relationships with organisations and individuals who wish to support the refugee community in Hong Kong
Life Pre-JC
- Justice Centre I worked at Transparency International in London on the devastating impacts of corruption in the arms trade and before that at the UN in Pyongyang on coordinating humanitarian aid.
Life Beyond JC
- I’m loving getting to know Hong Kong, the fascinating neighbourhoods and the surprisingly ever-present nature. That is, when my two young kids will allow it..
Executive Director
Executive Director
Life at JC
- I work alongside a tireless and passionate team of lawyers and advocates to support refugees and marginalised migrants in Hong Kong.
Life Pre-JC
- I started working as an immigration and refugee lawyer in 2013, after a stint in corporate law in Tokyo.
Life Beyond JC
- I love the outdoors. In my spare time, you will find me rock climbing, wind surfing, trail running or rambling through the woods. I also love the company of books, and can spend hours lost in fiction or foraging through a bookshop.
Finance and Operations Manager
Finance and Operations Manager
Life at JC
- Making sure the financial operation of JC runs smoothly and effectively by providing transparency. I also aim to be available and to provide any support I could in all forms of operations and I’m a proud working mom!
Life Pre-JC
- Certified Public Accountant, worked at various corporates such as BNP Paribas and Pricewaterhouse Coopers.
Life Outside JC
- Movie lover; Animal lover
Head of Legal Services (currently on maternity leave)
Head of Legal Services (currently on maternity leave)
Life at JC
- I manage our Legal Services, leading our talented and dedicated team.
Life Pre-JC
- I worked as a lawyer in private practice in the UK, before joining a children’s charity.
Life Outside JC
- My family and I love exploring Hong Kong, one trail at a time!
Working with communities
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Our History
Justice Centre began its work in 2007, when it was founded as the Hong Kong SAR Refugee Advice Centre. More than a decade later, our team has helped thousands of refugees and other forced migrants access protection from the torture, persecution and other risks they faced.
In 2014, the Hong Kong Government introduced a new screening mechanism for refugees. We responded by expanding our work to address the needs of the asylum-seeking community, including by introducing social welfare and counselling services. We also introduced tailored services for those who have experienced human trafficking, forced labour, gender-based violence and/or statelessness. In addition, we started supporting the communities we serve to have a voice in issues that affect them. These changes led us to rebrand as Justice Centre Hong Kong.
Today, the Justice Centre team continues to help hundreds of people annually through our direct services. Our community work widens our impact, moving beyond individual clients to enhance social cohesion and inclusiveness in Hong Kong SAR.
You can help!
There are many ways you can help:
- If you share our vision and have the passion and skills to make a difference, you can explore opportunities to join our team.
- If you are a lawyer, you can explore ways to partner with us to provide pro bono support.
- If you are a law student, you can apply to take part in our clinical legal education programme.
- If you are a secondary or high school student, check out our Young Advocates Programme.
- You can be creative and fundraise for us.
- If you are looking for an easy way to stay in touch and help us make a difference, you can make a donation and/or sign up to our newsletter.
Learn more about how you can support our work.
