Message from Executive Director
先來 部香港電影《爸爸》，還未及抒 ⼝氣，英國影視
製作《混沌少年時》（Adolescence）忽然橫空出世，震撼 全球，令我無法停⽌反思。這兩部作品皆觸及全球困境的 核⼼問題
社交媒體失控、校園及社區欺凌、性別認同 混淆、兩代溝通困難、⽗⺟⾓⾊的無助與教育制度的缺 陷。不約⽽同地，兩部電影都從 宗少年謀殺案展開，前 者聚焦於⽗親內⼼的掙扎，未試圖提供標準答案，⽽是以 極為真實的⽅式呈現傷⼝、遺憾、思念與堅持。後者則透 過樸實的敘事⼿法深⼊剖析問題核⼼，揭⽰「兇⼿豈只 ⼈」的現實。
Nicole Wong
般⽽⾔，⼤眾視電影或媒體為娛樂，輕鬆的作品往往更 受歡迎，能在忙碌的⽣活中提供短暫的喘息。然⽽，這兩 部電影絕⾮輕鬆之作。它們以寫實且⽴體的敘事⽅式直擊 現實的深層核⼼，挑戰我們⽇常⽣活中「先訂⽴應做與不 應做的事情，再尋找合適解決⽅案」的秩序。透過沉重的 現實，這些電影引領觀眾重新思考⽣命、關係與社會。我 期待已久這類作品⸺不迎合既定答案，⽽是在平淡與真 實之間，讓⼈產⽣新的體會。
我亦特別想呼籲家⻑們，不要因為這些電影的沉重感⽽逃 避欣賞。這些是難得的作品，提供了 個寶貴機會，讓您 與⼦⼥共同觀賞、討論，進⼀步理解彼此的想法與感受。
或許您會發現，這樣的對話並不如想像中沉重，反⽽能帶 來意想不到的輕省與共鳴。兩部電影都以平實⽅式呈現家 ⻑對⼦⼥的努⼒，但最終仍感困惑無助，問題或許不在於 「做得夠不夠」，⽽是是否真正掌握青少年成⻑的處境。
Message from Executive Director (con’t)
這正是AcrossU-hub⼀直堅持的理念。我們的⼯作不是 為年輕⼈設⽴秩序、解決所謂問題或提供現成答案。我們 從不視年輕⼈為問題本⾝，也不假設有唯 解⽅。我們選 擇與年輕⼈同⾏，在⽇常⽣活的點滴中，發掘⼈與⼈之間 的珍貴聯繫，分享每個⼈的故事，留下深刻的回憶。
三年前，我們設⽴了AcrossU-CanYouthAward，這個 獎項關注的並⾮單純的成功，⽽是⽣命成⻑的歷程。或許 年輕的你仍在⾯對重重困難，尚未突破困境；然⽽，成功 只是成⻑的指標之⼀，並⾮唯⼀標準。我們更看重毅⼒與 堅持，不輕⾔放棄的精神。成⻑是 個持續的過程，需要 不斷反省與調整，也需要同⾏者的陪伴與分享。AcrossUCanYouthAward現已正式接受申請，誠邀你積極參與， 並⿎勵你⾝邊的年輕⼈報名。我們期待你的故事，期待⾒ 證你的成⻑與堅持。
Message from Executive Director
First came the Hong Kong film “Papa”, and before one could catch a breath, the British production “Adolescence” emerged, shaking audiences worldwide and sparking deep reflection Both films delve into the core issues of modern crises uncontrolled social media, bullying in schools and communities, gender identity struggles, intergenerational communication barriers, parental helplessness, and the failures of the education system. Coincidentally, both stories begin with a juvenile murder case, yet each takes a unique approach: “Papa” focuses on a father’s inner struggles, offering no clear solutions but instead portraying pain, regret, longing, and resilience with raw authenticity. “Adolescence”, in contrast, employs a simple yet powerful narrative to explore the root causes of these issues, exposing the unsettling truth that "the murderer is never just one person."
Films and media are often seen as entertainment, with lighthearted stories generally preferred for their ability to offer an escape from daily life. However, these two films are anything but an escape. They use realistic and multidimensional storytelling to confront harsh realities, challenging the conventional mindset of defining problems first and then seeking solutions. Instead of providing neatly packaged answers, they guide viewers to reexamine life, relationships, and society Works like these honest, thoughtprovoking, and deeply moving have been long overdue.
I especially encourage parents to watch these films, despite their heavy themes They present a rare opportunity for meaningful conversations with your children, fostering deeper understanding of each other’s thoughts and emotions. You may find that such discussions, rather than feeling burdensome, bring unexpected relief and resonance. Both films depict parents' efforts to support their children, yet in the end, they still feel lost and helpless. Perhaps the issue is not about "doing enough" but rather about truly understanding the realities of teenage growth.
Message from Executive Director (con’t)
At Across U-hub, we hold the same belief. Our mission is not to impose order on young people, fix so-called problems, or provide ready-made solutions We do not see young people as issues to be solved, nor do we assume there is only one path forward. Instead, we choose to walk alongside them, nurturing connections, sharing their stories, and creating lasting memories
Three years ago, we established the Across U-Can Youth Award, not just to celebrate success but to honor the journey of personal growth. You may still be facing challenges, struggling to find your way but success is only one marker of growth, not the only standard. What truly matters is perseverance and the spirit of never giving up Growth is a continuous process of reflection, adjustment, and shared experiences with those on a similar path.
The Across U-Can Youth Award is now open for applications We invite you to participate and encourage the young people around you to apply. We look forward to hearing your story and celebrating your journey of resilience and growth
A Meaningful March Break Visit to Markham Food Bank
During March Break, we had the opportunity to bring a group of high school students and volunteers to visit the Markham Food Bank For most participants including myself it was our first time stepping into a food bank. Many of us had little understanding of how food banks operate or the extent to which they support individuals and families in need
The visit began with an insightful session led by the Markham Food Bank supervisor, who shared valuable information about food insecurity and the growing demand for assistance. We learned about the challenges faced by those relying on food banks and the importance of community donations and volunteer support.
Beyond learning, we also got hands-on experience by packing “goodie bags” with essential food items for clients picking up their monthly supply. This experience gave us a deeper appreciation for the work that goes into food distribution and the real impact of small contributions
Tiffany Ore
This visit was eye-opening and left a lasting impression on all of us Many students shared that they never realized how much effort goes into running a food bank and how crucial community support is. We are incredibly grateful to Markham Food Bank for welcoming us and allowing us to be part of their mission.
Thisexperiencereinforcedanimportantlesson small actionscanmakeabigdifference.
