SDG 1 No Poverty

Economic growth must be inclusive to provide sustainable jobs and promote equality.

To promote No Poverty, Lingnan University offers financial support to students, regardless of their backgrounds and studies (also SDG 4 Quality Education and SDG 10 Reduced Inequalities), ranging from tuition fee aid, scholarships and sponsorships to grants for Lingnan University startups and entrepreneurs who wish to serve the community and society. The University has also set up a special graduate support fund to help Lingnanians tackle the challenges and difficulties presented by the pandemic.

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SDG 1: No Poverty | Lingnan University

Funding support for student learning opportunities

Lingnan University promotes equitable access to quality education by offering diverse funding and scholarship schemes to students worldwide, including those from low and middle income countries. These opportunities support academic excellence, global exposure, and the development of future scholars.

Support for Taught Postgraduate Students

Lingnan University strengthens global learning by offering scholarships, exchange sponsorships, and studentships to attract diverse postgraduate talent. In 2025, twenty four students received scholarships to join the Postgraduate Summer School at Oxford, expanding their academic exposure and fostering intercultural understanding.

Entrepreneurship for Social Impact

Through the Lingnan Entrepreneurship Initiative, the University provides experiential learning and funding support—such as the Startup Trial Fund, SEED Fund, and LUEF—to help students pursue social entrepreneurship. These initiatives equip students to develop innovative solutions that alleviate poverty and promote economic inclusion.

Addressing Racial Microaggression in the Workplace

Professors Lisa Leung and Tat Chor Au Yeung’s study revealed widespread racial microaggression faced by ethnic minorities at work, affecting wellbeing and retention. Their findings influenced public discussion, guided employers through sector seminars, and supported more inclusive workplace policies promoting cultural diversity in Hong Kong.