Volunteer service brings hope and light to people in need, spreading positive energy throughout the community. In 2024, the Civil Service Bureau launched the Civil Service Volunteer Commendation Scheme to recognise civil service volunteer teams and officers who have demonstrated outstanding performance in participating in or promoting volunteer service. This episode introduces some of the award-winning volunteer teams and individual award recipients under the 2025 Civil Service Volunteer Commendation Scheme, including:

The Correctional Services Department’s Oi Kwan Volunteer Group Limited — Drawing on their professional knowledge of dog training, the volunteer team works with animal welfare organisations to provide regular monthly training for dogs awaiting adoption, helping them learn basic manners and simple commands to improve their chances of being adopted. The team also invites various youth groups to take part in these activities, with the aim of inspiring others through these encounters and promoting the messages of animal care and respect for life.

Electrical and Mechanical Services Department Staff Club Volunteer Services Team — Making use of their professional electrical and mechanical expertise, the volunteer team helps elderly people living alone or elderly couples by replacing household light bulbs with energy-efficient LED bulbs, while also providing information and advice on electrical safety in the home. Though changing a light bulb may seem like a small act, it not only helps reduce electricity expenses, but also minimises potential household hazards and enhances quality of life for the elderly.