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Explore Dr. Sonia Wong's transformative journey into education in this 20-minute TEDx talk. Delve into her experiences during university years and how life's challenges shaped her understanding of human fragility. Discover how Dr. Wong's empathy, sympathy, and authenticity drive her to forge meaningful connections and inspire others to embrace their humanity. Learn about her academic background in Cultural Studies and her current role teaching Gender Studies at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Gain insights into her research interests, including lesbian identity, female sexuality, film, new media, and local history. Explore Dr. Wong's initiatives, such as founding Reel Women Hong Kong, the first independent film festival promoting female-created films and gender equality, and establishing Hong Kong's first Women's Festival to popularize gender consciousness and diversity.