Life Warrior Ravi Adelekan Visited RMHC HK House
Ten-year-old Ravi Adelekan from the UK was diagnosed with a brainstem tumor at just six years old. After enduring a major 10-hour surgery, he faced numerous challenges, including vision loss, ataxia, hand tremors, and facial nerve paralysis. Yet through it all, Ravi refused to let illness define his life.
In his remarkable recovery journey, Ravi founded the charity initiative “Ravi’s Dream,” which has raised an impressive £250,000 for brain tumor research. Harnessing the power of music for good, he even invited international superstars like Coldplay and Paloma Faith to collaborate on a charity recording of “A Million Dreams,” spreading hope and awareness worldwide.
Recently, Ravi was honored as a keynote speaker at the “Young Generation, New Future Forum” in Hong Kong, an invitation extended by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust. Accompanied by his mother and sister Maya, he visited the RMHC Hong Kong Kwun Tong House, where he shared his inspiring story with local families courageously facing illness.
Through their experience, Ravi and his family conveyed a powerful message: “No matter what difficulties you face, never give up on chasing your dreams!” Their journey of love and resilience transcends borders, shining a beacon of hope and demonstrating the profound impact one life can have in inspiring countless brave little warriors around the world.
Spreading Love This Mid-Autumn: Reunion & Lanterns
The Mid-Autumn Festival, a cherished time for reunion and blessings, was filled with even more warmth this year at RMHC Hong Kong. We proudly hosted the “Sharing Love This Festival: Reunion Lanterns” activity, inviting compassionate volunteers to join hospitalized children and their families in crafting traditional Mid-Autumn lanterns—beautiful Octagonal Lanterns and playful Starfruit Lanterns. These heartfelt crafting sessions brought smiles to children’s faces and bestowed festive blessings and strength to every family.
Guided by professional instructors, participants joyfully created their lanterns, each one a symbol of love and well-wishing. Whether assembling the vibrant Octagonal Lantern or the charming Starfruit Lantern, volunteers and families shared precious moments, exchanging stories and warmth in a lively, joyful atmosphere.
The finished lanterns adorned hospital wards and the House, spreading festive cheer and light throughout every corner. Held on August 30 and 31 at the Kwun Tong House, the event welcomed nearly 300 participants who experienced firsthand the healing power of reunion and care.
This Mid-Autumn Festival, let us continue to share love through handmade crafts, bringing hope and brightness to every brave child and their family.
