Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong

Affiliated to the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong, University YMCA (CUHK) was founded in 2010. In accord with the University motto, "Through learning and temperance to virtue", while embracing YMCA's mission, "To serve, not to be served", University YMCA (CUHK) strives to promote the holistic development of students' body, mind, and spirit, promote the YMCA movement through joint university and college activities, and nurture young leaders.

Symphoria - is composed of the two English words Symphony and "Euphoria. "Symphony" refers to symphonic music, which is a type of music typically performed by an orchestra and consists of multiple movements. Despite the numerous members in an orchestra, they can collaborate to produce harmonious symphonic music, showcasing both the collective and individual talents through timely solo performances. This is our goal—to work together in harmony while providing opportunities to showcase and develop individual talents, ultimately contributing to acts of kindness.

"Euphoria" originates from the Greek word "εὐφορία," meaning a feeling of ease and lasting power. It later evolved to connote happiness and extreme joy. It is a hope that we can always possess the power to help others, understanding that "helping others is the source of happiness" and "it is more blessed to give than to receive." Through aiding others, one can deeply experience unparalleled joy and happiness.

The Student Executive Committee mainly focuses on the following three core areas:  

1. Global Citizenship: To broaden members' horizons and nurture them into responsible global citizens through study and service trips

2. Community Engagement: To raise members' awareness and understanding of social issues and promote their concern for the disadvantaged through voluntary services and activities related to social issues

3. Christian Action: To spread the Christian teachings and facilitate members to become humble servant leaders through diversified experiences