Summer Issue, 2013

It's really amazing how visually impaired people handle daily tasks all by themselves. When I was in total darkness, I was so nervous and panicked because I needed to do tasks like shopping and crossing the road. You must never underestimate the ability of the visually impaired. When I was in the darkness, I could only rely on the instructions of the visually impaired guide in order to move around. Before joining the tour, I only believed in what I could see; but after the darkness experience, I learnt to trust people and pay more attention to and listen to the people around me. Mentors and mentees also discussed social entrepreneurship and innovative ideas for tackling social problems with Patrick Cheung 張瑞霖 (BSc(Eng) 1979; MIPA 2009), mentor and Founder of Dialogue in the Dark Hong Kong. Shared thoughts Venna shared extensively with me on what it is like to be a professional, what are the gives and takes, and how to manage a work-life balance. The fact that we echo each other's thoughts makes it comfortable for me to take her advice. I am inspired to better equip myself to be able to rise to the challenges in my future career. Venna is an amiable and authentic person. She speaks and listens with an open mind. I can see a long-lasting friendship between us. Joyce Leung Mentor: Venna Cheng 陳韻華 (LLB 2001; PCLL 2002) Mentee: Joyce Leung 梁可欣 (BBA(Law),Year 2) Forty Mentors and Mentees enjoyed their “dark”experience Joyce and her mentor, Venna (right) who is also a former mentee. 63 Insights gained from darkness Mentorship