Immigration Department Youth Leaders Corps
The Immigration Department established the “Immigration Department Youth Leaders” in December 2013 , which was officially renamed as “Immigration Department Youth Leaders Corps” (IDYL) with its membership expanded from Secondary 1 to 6 students in order to benefit more young people in 2021. In 2023, the post-secondary student team “IDYL Plus” was established to enable members to continue their participation in IDYL trainings after being admitted to post-secondary institutes, to share their valuable experience with and assist in leading trainings for younger members.
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The training of the IDYL covers six categories, including national education, immigration knowledge, foot drill, physical fitness, expedition and service. It aims to heighten members’ sense of national identity, arouse their patriotism, and develop their law-abiding awareness and self-discipline through group activities. It also aims to nurture good character, develop leadership skills and positive thinking, and arouse enthusiasm for serving the community among members. In order to encourage members to proactively set learning goals, formulate and implement personal learning plans, the IDYL has set up a promotion ladder for members. After completing the designated training and assessment of the six core subjects and having passed the promotion interview, members can be promoted to the corresponding rank, which includes Leading Member, Advanced Member and Youth Leader.
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In addition to core training, in order to broaden members’ horizons and help them to equip themselves, the IDYL also organizes various types of training, activities and exchange tours for members.