Our Journey of Protecting Families and Driving Change
Harmony House has played a pioneering role in Hong Kong's response to domestic violence since 1985. As the first shelter for abused women and their children in Hong Kong, we have continuously evolved to meet the changing needs of individuals, families and communities affected by violence.
This milestone timeline highlights key moments in our development, from the expansion of shelter and counselling services, to the establishment of one‑stop anti‑domestic violence organisation providing community education initiatives, women empowerment programs, professional training and policy advocacy. Each milestone reflects our long‑term commitment to protecting women and children, strengthening families, and advancing a safer, more compassionate Hong Kong.
Established the first shelter for women and children victims of domestic violence in Hong Kong.
Started Hong Kong’s first 24-hour Women Hotline.
Developed a ground-breaking team, dedicating efforts to run public awareness programmes and to promote the important message of family harmony
Advocated to address the needs of children witnessing domestic violence and initiated studies to examine the problem
Set up the “Seeds of Hope - Crisis Intervention Team on Domestic Violence” at A&E departments of hospitals
Launched Harmony Express, a mobile classroom providing emotion and gender education programmes for primary school students
Set up the Jockey Club Harmony Link Domestic Violence Prevention Centre, a one-stop integrated centre for prevention and treatment of domestic violence and the first of its kind in Hong Kong and South East Asia.
Harmony Lane, a centre located in Kwai Tsing, was officially inaugurated in June to provide specialized service for children and youths who have witnessed domestic violence.
A three-year pilot project - “Project HE (Healing and Empowerment) for Male Victims of Domestic Violence” was launched with the aims to arouse public awareness on the needs of male victims in domestic violence
An innovative service centre, Family Harmony Space, focusing on using body-mind-spirit approach and non-violent communication for prevention of family violence was established in Yuen Long District
Developed preventive measures on intergenerational transmission of domestic violence via ACE screening
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Harmony Home, a series of events are held under the theme and slogan: 'Protecting Families and Fostering Harmony across Four Decades'.
