The Problem 

Despite making up 4% of Hong Kong’s population (excluding domestic helpers) and their significant cultural and economic contributions, The Zubin Foundation found that ethnic minority residents were significantly underrepresented in the Government’s Advisory Bodies (ASBs). In fact, according to our study in 2020, only 1.9% of the ASB positions were held by ethnic minorities. This meant that voices from an important and growing constituency were not adequately reflected  — or even heard — in government policymaking.

Our Work
The Diversity List is a directory by The Zubin Foundation presented to the Hong Kong SAR Government. It contains a list of high-calibre ethnic minorities who have demonstrated talent and commitment to serve on government ASBs. Below are all the diversity lists we have launched so far:

1. Diversity List 2024
2. Diversity List 2020: Women’s Voice
3. Diversity List 2019: Youth to Watch
4. Diversity List 2018: Community Connectors & Youth to Watch
5. Diversity List 2017: Community Connectors
6. Diversity List 2016: Race of Opportunity

Our Impact 

As of August 2025, 

• 143 individuals in total put forward on six Diversity Lists
• 28% success rate – 40 out of 143 individuals selected by the HKSAR Government for various ASBs (self reported by the candidates)
• 88 ASBs being served by the 40 selected individuals (self reported by the candidates)

Contact  

To know more, email marketing@zubinfoundation.org | +852 2540-9588