STREET - SLEEPERS PROGRAM Project Info The Street-Sleepers Program distributes dinner boxes, drinks, dry foods, blankets, haircuts, legal aid, and other essential services to street-sleepers. The program also educates youth on the issue of homelessness and raises money to provide services to those in need. The program has continued providing services during the Covid-19 pandemic, while many other charitable organizations temporarily decreased or stopped providing services. The Street-Sleepers Program is the oldest flagship program within Sunshine Action and has been running for over 15 years, starting before the organization was officially founded In 2023, Sunshine Action is struggling to financially sustain all programs, including the Street-Sleepers Program. Your contribution would mean a lot to us. Donate now! The History of the Street-Sleepers Program Since 2007, Sunny, the founder of Sunshine Action, was a regular volunteer for a few charity organizations. One evening, he was called to help distribute food to the street-sleepers in the Yau Ma Tei area. The centre supplied volunteers with bread, butter and drinks for distribution. After returning home, Sunny and his best friend decided to continue to distribute food to street-sleepers by themselves. They bought ingredients for sandwiches and distributed them along the same roads for months afterwards. Sunny carried all the sandwiches and his friend carried all the drinks. At that time, they both had full-time jobs, and would pack sandwiches right after office hours. Although carrying and distributing goods was difficult for only two people to manage, the two friends continued volunteering for months afterwards. They volunteered on the evenings of major festive holidays, including Parent's Days, the Mid-Autumn Festival, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve because these are the evenings when those in need received the least help. They decided to always be there, even when no one else would be. The program has since expanded to include volunteers from all walks of life, from primary school students to CEOs. It has also grown to provide other services besides food, such as distributing anti-pandemic items, providing haircuts and other services, and providing pro-bono legal aid to street-sleepers. The program also works to educate youth on the issue of street-sleeping and raises money to help those in need. Projects within the Street-Sleepers Program Legal Aid: Since January 2021, a group of third-year Law students from the University of Hong Kong have been cooperating with Sunshine Action to link up with lawyers offering pro bono legal aid to street-sleepers in Hong Kong. The program includes temporary storage to help them store personal items while searching for new jobs or other activities. The volunteers will cover all street-sleepers shelters and several other areas of Hong Kong. The project is ongoing and targeted to last approximately 6-12 months. Street Sleepers Simulation in Schools: Sunshine Action have extended this project into schools in Hong Kong, helping educate them on the issue of homelessness and street sleeping as well as raising money for the charity. Youth are educated on topics which include: The difference between street-sleepers & homeless and how to classify them. The history and evolution of the demographic of street-sleepers in Hong Kong within the last decade. The types of street-sleepers in Hong Kong; the difference between locals and those from overseas. Whether charity program ideas from overseas work in Hong Kong. The mental health issues amongst street-sleepers. Possible biases in how young people view street-sleepers. The true impact of the Street-Sleeper Program and the importance of educating themselves on poverty. The adaptations to the program when doing it under different seasons and environment. Understanding which ideas would work when planning to help street-sleepers. Bradbury School and Discovery College ESF have both advocated for the program inside of their schools to raise fund for street-sleepers. How We Can Help Understand who the homeless are – Help dispel the stereotypes about the homeless. Learn about the different reasons for homelessness, and remember, every situation is unique. One of the first steps in helping people is to see them as individuals and to find out what they need. Notice them; talk to them. Most are starved for attention. Educate yourself about the homeless – Learn about the long-term solutions for ending homelessness, or sometimes fast, immediate assistance. Respond with kindness – We can make quite a difference in the lives of the homeless when we respond to them, rather than ignore or dismiss them. Try a kind word and a smile. Develop lists of shelters – Carry a card that lists local shelters so you can hand them out to the homeless. You can find shelters in Hong Kong: Sham Shui Po - Wanchai - Yau Ma Tei - Nam Cheong. Bring food – It’s as simple as taking a few extra sandwiches when you go out. When you pass someone who asks for change, offer him or her something to eat. If you take a lunch, pack a little extra. When you eat at a restaurant, order something to take with you when you leave. Volunteers within the Street-Sleepers Program Sunshine Action is grateful for all our volunteers, who include students, adults, lawyers, soldiers, CEOs, and many more. The first multi-national corporation to volunteer with the program was Bloomberg L.P. For a few years, they helped with distributing after their busy workdays and Sunshine Action remains thankful to have had their support from the beginning. CEOs that have joined the Street-sleepers Program include Mr. Neil Harvey from Credit Suisse and Ms. Ligia Torres from BNP Paribas. Clifford Hart Jr. was the first Consul General of the United States to join the program, along with a team of volunteers from the U.S. Consulate. Many members of the U.S. Navy & Marines from different ships have also joined this program. Sunshine Action's Response to the Pandemic During the major crisis in Hong Kong due to the Covid-19 outbreak, many Sunshine Ambassadors and students joined this program. They helped on a weekly basis by distributing essential food and anti-pandemic items. Since the first year of the pandemic, a dedicated team of volunteers have been taking care of street-sleepers every Tuesday and Wednesday. They drove around to several spots in Hong Kong and Kowloon side and continued to provide services during the typhoon. Further Donations Sunshine Action has donated additional food in bulk alongside Sunshine Fortune Bags to several charity centres also helping the homeless in Hong Kong, including: ImpactHK MercyHK - by Fr John Wotherspoon O.M.I . Missionaries of Charity Nam Cheong & Prince Edward Centers Society of Rehabilitation & Crime Prevention Street Sleepers' Shelter Society Trustees 3 shelters St. Barnabas Home St. James Settlement In addition to its ongoing efforts in Hong Kong, the Sunshine Action Homeless Program has extended its reach internationally, providing donations of food, hygiene products, and essential resources to over 15 charitable organizations across the United Kingdom and the United States. AR Rihla Projects ( Croydon, UK): Operates soup kitchens, food banks, and homeless outreach programs. B'nai Jeshurun Synagogue (New York, USA): Operates a soup kitchen that serves kosher lunches. Backpack Project Athens (Athens, Georgia, USA): A student organization that strives to serve the local homeless community. Boomerang Community Centre (Dundee, Scotland): While focused on community, they offer befriending to combat isolation; a similar opportunity listed alongside them is for a homeless charity. Breaking Ground (New York, USA): Operates low-barrier "Safe Haven" shelters and provides permanent housing for the homeless. Brixton Soup Kitchen (London, UK): A charity originally founded to feed rough sleepers; now serves anyone in need, including the homeless, providing meals, toys, and hampers. Chicago Commons (Chicago, USA): The search result for Covenant House Illinois lists it as one of several Chicago-based organizations here to help youth experiencing homelessness. Child Center Of New York (New York, USA): Provides Head Start services, explicitly stating that families who are homeless are eligible for services. Children’s village - Maya’s Place (Bronx, New York, USA): A safe haven shelter for homeless young women (aged 16-20), including those who are pregnant or parenting. Christ in the City (Philadelphia, USA): A ministry that seeks to encounter and offer resources to those experiencing homelessness. Covenant House Illinois (Chicago, USA): Provides a Youth Drop-In Center offering food, shelter linkages, hygiene products, and housing to homeless youth (ages 18-24). PathForward (Arlington, Virginia, USA): Operates the county's largest homeless shelter (Homeless Services Center). Provides a full "continuum of care," including emergency shelter, three daily meals, showers, laundry, street outreach, a mobile medical program, nursing services, medical respite care, job training, and permanent supportive housing. Project Renewal-Fletcher House (New York, USA): Operates a shelter for homeless men in the Bronx. Victory House shelters for homeless girls (Bronx, New York, USA): Provides housing and support for homeless young women, including those who are pregnant or parenting, for up to 18 months. West Side Campaign Against Hunger (WSCAH) (New York, USA): The NYC.gov article lists them as a provider of a new grocery store designed to be welcoming to those with limited resources, including the homeless.

DIGITAL INEQUALITY Project Info During the summer of 2021, our interns have undertaken a research project on digital inequality in the UK. The research looks at the correlation between digital exclusion and poverty, including the impact this has on homeless people. The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted and exacerbated the digital divide. During the lockdowns, we relied more and more on the digital world as a means of living and working. Many public services and charities had to close their physical premises and move some of their services online. Those lacking digital literacy have thus been further isolated from essential services. Although it has been reported that the majority of homeless people own a mobile phone, the closing of facilities such as libraries, museums and cafes during the pandemic made it extremely difficult to charge these devices. A lack of internet access poses a challenge in accessing vital information and services, including where to pick up food and finding temporary accommodation. Our interns carried out extensive research into the current situation in the UK and the effects that digital exclusion is having on the homeless population. They noted decreased opportunities to socialise, a lack of access to essential software, a negative toll on mental health and fewer employment opportunities. We have presented our findings in a White Paper on Digital Inequality. Please feel free to read our research and suggestions below: EMBED PDF HERE IF POSSIBLE

SunshineVerse is a new initiative of SunshineAction to benefit the disadvantaged community in Hong Kong. With an increasing number of disadvantaged individuals confined to their homes by a lack of mobility, SunshineVerse seeks to leverage virtual reality technology to address their physical, social, and emotional needs. we aim to achieve two major initiatives: VR travel and VR palliative care . VR Travel : Providing virtual travel experiences. Allowing them to explore and immerse themselves in different countries and landmarks. Presenting descriptions and information about each landmark in text and speech in 3 languages - English, Cantonese, and Spanish. Enabling participation in activities that would be limited due to mobility constraints. Promoting physical activity, sensory stimulation, and a sense of adventure. VR Palliative Care : Introducing VR scenes that cater to the specific religious beliefs and preferences of patients nearing the end of their lives. Creating immersive experiences that simulate a comforting and pleasurable environment for patients during their final stages. For example, a Christian scene may involve serene music and the sight of angels welcoming the patient to heaven, while a Buddhist scene may feature a peaceful temple with soft lighting and the presence of the Buddha. To read a detailed project description:

NEPAL Intro After an earthquake in Nepal, Sunshine Action contacted their partnering organisations around Kathmandu to help provide materials and services. Volunteers distributed food and essential materials to several orphanages including: Ardgya Ashrama Khokana Leprosy Village Buddha Bhumi Buddhist Centre Nepal Old Age Mgmt / Social Welfare Trust Education Centre for Helpless Children Our Child Protection Foundation Nepal Rising Lotus Children Village - COTS Children off the Street Light of Nation Kaleshwor Children Home KCH, Lalitpur New Light Nepal Missionaries of Charity Shanti Bhavan, Kathmandu. Nov 2014 Seven Sunshine Action volunteers went to Kathmandu and benefited over 800 people directly. During this trip, Sunshine Action worked with the same 10 NGOs as listed above. Sept 2013 3 Sunshine Action volunteers traveled to Kathmandu and distributed food & materials for 6 local organizations. Sunshine Action also recruited over 100 children to the Sunshine Student Sponsorship program, where Sunshine Action helps cover the entire years education fees. During this trip, volunteers distributed more than 15 tones of food, including rice, Dal (lentils), oil, sugar, salt, soap and many more. These goods were donated to Buddha Bhumi Buddhist Centre Nepal, as well as 3 other orphanages, benefitting over 1000 people directly. Sept 2012 For this trip, with thanks to Master Most Ven. Bhikkhu Maitree, Sunshine Action got permitted into the Fulabari Temple in Lumbini. Collaborating with the Buddha Buddhist Bhumi Center Nepal, we gave 7kg of rice, 5kg of beans, 1kg of sugar and 1L of oil to each person. In total, we donated these materials to over 1500 families and individuals. It was our great pleasure have great moment in Lumbini, NEPAL. May 2011 Nine Sunshine Action volunteers travelled to Kathmandu and visited multiple organizations with love, compassion & learning spirit. This program covered more than 911 cases, estimated to benefit 1210 people directly with over 8000 kg of basic food and materials, plus donation on building project on temple. Plant the Planet Sunshine Action has included NEPAL in the PLANT the PLANET program, which covers apple trees, orange trees, guava trees and many other types together with the students & volunteers. Our first Sunshine Flower garden was also created in Nepal.

E: sunshine@sunshine-action.org | T: (+852) 6888 4028 CONTACT US Contact Hong Kong Sunny Mak , Founder and Director Email: sunshine@sunshine-action.org WhatsApp: ( +852) 6888 4028 Mailing Address: Room D, 13/F Wing Kin Industrial Building, 4-6 Wing Kin Road, Kwai Chung, HONG KONG Hong Kong and United Kingdom Adria n Yan , Director and Head of Sunshine Ambassadors Email: ambassador@sunshine-action.org WhatsApp: ( +852) 5544 9656 / (+44) 7863 781281 United States Monica Bhardwaj Email: monica@sunshine-action-us.org WhatsApp: +1 (914) 588 8722

PUBLIC HEALTH PROJECT Project Info Over the summer of 2021, some of our UK interns have been working on a public health project targeted towards the homeless community. The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed significant gaps in health provisions for homeless people in the UK. Whilst the homeless population have always been at increased risk of illness, the risks associated with catching COVID-19 have made this an imperative public health issue. There are many barriers to homeless people seeking the medical care they need. Having to provide a permanent address when registering with a GP, inflexible appointment booking systems, discrimination from staff and gaps in suitable support all make it more difficult for a homeless individual to have reliable access to healthcare. Moreover, the lack of stable housing often means that health needs are not prioritised and medical issues go untreated. Health problems amongst the homeless population present a significant burden to the NHS. Hospital and A&E admissions of homeless people is four times higher than the rate within the general public, which is estimated to cost a minimum of £85m per year. The pandemic has flagged up some of these issues; the impact of COVID-19 is likely to be worse for someone who already has inadequate access to healthcare. The government has prioritised vaccination of the homeless community in order to stop the spread of COVID on the streets, but more needs to be done in order to encourage higher uptake. Moreover, studies have shown a hike in mental health problems amongst the homeless population since the start of the pandemic. Increased isolation and boredom have led to a rise in conditions such as depression and anxiety amongst the homeless and those living in temporary accommodation. Consequently, our interns have created a health pamphlet to be distributed to rough sleepers around the UK. It contains information on how to register with a GP, details of organisations offering physical and mental health support, how to access dental and eye care, as well as information about COVID-19 symptoms and testing. It also suggests ways to stay mentally and physically healthy on a daily basis. Please take a look at the booklet below: EMBED PDF HERE IF POSSIBLE

SOUTH AFRICA SUNSHINE ACTION donated some food and resources through a friend Nosipho in South Africa

UK BUILDING PROJECT Project Info During the summer of 2021, our interns have been planning a building project for Sunshine Action. They have researched and come up with designs for a portable shelter for the homeless. This project aims to provide a mobile shelter for those who experience homelessness. It will contain basic necessities such as blankets, food and water. During the COVID-19 pandemic, street sleepers are more likely to be at risk as they have little means of protection from the virus. Building mobile shelters would alleviate some transmission amongst the homeless population. Moreover, these shelters would protect the privacy and dignity of rough sleepers, who are faced with strong stigmas and are often associated with substance abuse. Occupying public areas may make them feel uncomfortable, leading to poor mental health. Providing shelters can offer them a safe space. The main function of these shelters would be as an emergency measure for those who cannot afford or are struggling to find a home for a short period of time. We hope to incorporate regular charity or fundraising events to raise awareness of this issue and dispel some of the stigma surrounding homelessness. Research and Design Our interns have carried out extensive research into existing designs for similar mobile shelters. You can see the full design process in the PDF at the bottom. We have also researched planning requirements in the UK and hope to put this project into action over the next few months. We are looking for charities that may be interested in partnering with us to construct these shelters or to run them once they have been built. If you are a homelessness charity and you are interested in getting involved with this project, please contact sunshine@sunshine-action.org . We look forward to hearing from you! PLACE EMBEDDED PDF HERE IF POSSIBLE

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DJIBOUTI Africa Volunteer Tour DJIBOUTI For the past decade, Djibouti has been recovering from an internal conflict that was settled in 2001. This civil strife caused a considerable increase in the incidence of rural poverty, which resulted in loss of life, lost livestock, problems with social and economic infrastructure, and migration of farmers and pastoralists. During this recovery period, the rural population has often depended almost entirely on emergency food aid. The mission of the trip: Donate food to the poorest of the poor through local organizations Plant the Planet Assessment of the local NGOs and needy people in the slum Min. Fund-Raising Amount HK$6,800/volunteer (excluding traveling & personal expenses) Intro

CAMEROON Intro Cameroon 喀麥隆 is the 16th country Sunshine Action donated to in the first decade: including new shoes, English books, eyes-glasses frames, ceramic fan heaters, hygiene sets, etc... to the Diocese of Bamenda in CAMEROON - AFRICA

KENYA Seven Sunshine Action volunteers travelled to Nairobi Kenya providing food & essential materials to the following 16 groups/organizations, benefiting over 1,100 people directly: - MUTEGO Women Group - Muthure Group - Kanyariri Group - A.C.K. Gathiga HIV/AIDS self-help group - Kabete C.B.O. from Nyathana Ward - Cura Ward Group - Missionaries of Charity, Huruma - Missionaries of Charity, Kasarani - Missionaries of Charity, Langata Otiende - Missionaries of Charity Brothers Kibera - Lillian Foundation orphanage - Henry Wanyoike Foundation - Vision Mother Group - Gikambura Aged People - Kiangotho Women Group - Kiambaa Self Help Group 肯雅共和國（斯瓦希里語：Jamhuri ya Kenya，英語：Republic of Kenya）位於非洲東部，與埃塞俄比亞、索馬里、南蘇丹、坦桑尼亞、烏干達接壤。前英國殖民地，1963年12月12日從英國獨立。肯雅是東非共同體成員，東非共同體五國提出2015年合併成為統一的聯邦國家。該聯邦將擁有共同的憲法、總統、議會和貨幣。聯合國人居署（UNHABITAT）及聯合國環境署（UNEP）（聯合國環境規劃署）總部設置在肯雅首都Nairobi內羅比。 The official name of Kenyais the ‘Republic of Kenya’. Kenya has been named after Mount Kenya, a very significant landmark in the country. English and Kiswahili are the official languages of Kenya. Apart from that, a number of indigenous languages are spoken here. Majority of the people in Kenya are Protestants, followed by Roman Catholics, indigenous believers and Muslims. The ethnic groups in Kenya include Kikuyu 25%, Luhya, Luo, Kalenjin, Kamba Kisii, Meru and other Africans and non-Africans. Kenya follows the system of Parliamentary republic. Kenya gained independence from the United Kingdom in December 1963. Kenya is the regional hub for trade and finance in East Africa. Kenyan railway system comprises of 2,085 km of one meter gauge single track. The Great Rift Valley of Kenya was formed twenty million years ago, by splitting of the earth's crust. Professor Maathai, the Kenyan environmentalist, was the first African woman to win Nobel Peace Prize, in 2004. Wangari Muta Maathai (1 April 1940 – 25 September 2011) was a Kenyan environmental and political activist. She was educated in the United States at Mount St. Scholastica (Benedictine College) and the University of Pittsburgh, as well as the University of Nairobi in Kenya. In the 1970s, Maathai founded the Green Belt Movement, an environmental non-governmental organization focused on the planting of trees, environmental conservation, and women's rights. In 1986, she was awarded the Right Livelihood Award, and in 2004, she became the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize for "her contribution to sustainable development, democracy and peace" Maathai was an elected member of Parliament and served as assistant minister for Environment and Natural Resources in the government of President Mwai Kibaki between January 2003 and November 2005. She was an Honorary Councillor of the World Future Council. In 2011, Maathai died of complications from ovarian cancer. LILLIAN FOUNDATION - Orphanage in Nairobi - Kenya Founded in 2010 by Ms. Lillian Ikuuro, a single mother of 2 children and together with another 3 single mothers: Serah, Magaret, Scolastica, they take care & give food to 40 orphans in 2 extremely small metal houses. In cooperation with HENRY WANYOIKE FOUNDATION, we distributed Sunshine Action Food Blessing Bags to the following group: "I have lost my sight but I haven't lost my vision" Henry Wanyoike Foundation (HWF) is a registered organization by the government of Kenya through registry of societies, registration no. 24475 on 29th March 2005. Henry Wanyoike Foundation is named after Henry Wanyoike the visually impaired (blind) athlete from Kenya. Wanyoike is a world record holder of the 5,000m at the Sydney Paralympics in 2000, a Gold in the 10,000m Paralympics of Athens 2004 and most recently a bronze in the 5000m Beijing Paralympics of 2008. Along side his partner, Joseph Kibunja... Sunshine Action works on the first program in Kikuyu area. Besides his athletic career, Henry Wanyoike has always given something back to the community. He has participated in many charitable activities in Kenya particularly to assist the poor, persons with disabilities, orphans and other less privileged people. He contributes through giving donations, participating in charitable events, initiating community service projects, partnering with other organizations. Each case received Blessing bags containining 12 kg of food products, including maize flour, wheat flour, rice & sugar. - Ngure Mentally handicapped group - Karai Pamoja HIV group Many of these cases are HIV/AIDS mothers, some children are safe. - Gikambura Gibra group The parents of the young girl in the left died 2 weeks before our visit and she is both mentally & physically handicapped. HIV/AIDS The prevalence rate is 6% and around 2 million people are living with HIV/aids, There are over 15 millions orphans. The most affected age group is 15 -35 years although the statistics are changing with married or committed couples accounting to 44% of new infections .we have around 76,330 new infections rate...250 ,000 patients are on ARVs and around 300,000 who cannot afford or get them. We conducted several home visits to the severely sick cases inside the village - Thogoto Gibra group - Kikuyu C.A.E. group - Kikuyu Disable group This group is mainly physically handicapped members, some are incapable to work anymore. - Gitaru Muguga CBO group - Kingeero HIV volunteer group - Wangige STARS of HOPE group After the food distribution, this group sang for us & we were all dancing! - Ngure Primary School Sunshine Action donated school bags specifically to orphan students - Kahuho Primary School Fund Raising Event 'Climb Mount Longonot 2010' for Kenya Society for the Blind Kenya Society for the Blind (KSB) is a charitable organization established in 1956 by an Act of Parliament of Kenya. KSB is a National Organization charged with the responsibility of serving all citizens of Kenya who are visually impaired or are at a risk of going blind. The Kenya Society for the Blind reaches out to visually impaired people in communities and helps to create a conducive environment for the empowerment of the visually impaired by promoting their welfare, training, education and employment, so that they may become self-sufficient and self-reliant. Naomi, Joseph Kibunja, Henry Wanyoike & Alfred Mount Longonot is a dormant stratovolcano located southeast of Lake Naivasha in the Great Rift Valley of Kenya, Africa. It is thought to have last erupted in the 1860s. Its name is derived from the Masai word oloonong'ot, meaning "mountains of many spurs" or "steep ridges". THE MAASAI MARA 馬賽人 The Masai Mara National Reserve (also spelled Maasai Mara, and known by the locals as 'the Mara') is a large game reserve in south-western Kenya, which cover the northern continuation of the Serengeti National Park game reserve in Tanzania. Named after the Maasai people (the traditional inhabitants of the area) and their description of the area when looked at from a viewpoint - "Mara", which is Maa (Maasai language) for spotted: an apt description for the circles of trees, scrub, savannah and cloud shadows that mark the area. Intro