Tam Ho Yau Yo Yo (She/Her)

Student, The University of Hong Kong

About Tam Ho Yau Yo Yo

Hello! I’m a junior at the University of Hong Kong, pursuing a dual major in History and Korean Studies.

My project explores how local attitudes shape refugees’ experiences and how public opinion interacts with government policies in this process. Using 1990s Korea and 1960s Hong Kong as case studies, I examine how refugees were received, how communities influenced their sense of belonging, and what lessons these histories offer for understanding refugee issues today.

I am a/an:

Undergraduate Leadership & Research Scholar

University

The University of Hong Kong

Laidlaw Cohort Year

2025

Research Topic

History Korean Studies

Area of Expertise

Arts Humanities

I am from:

Hong Kong

I speak:

Cantonese English Korean Mandarin

My hobbies/interests are:

Foreign languages Music Pets Travelling Video/filmmaking

I am open to participating in mentoring/buddy programmes

Yes

Intro Content

Essay Arts Diversity and Inclusion History

Bridging Policy and Community: How Government and Locals Shaped Refugee Experiences in 1990s Korea and 1960s Hong Kong

I’m excited to share my Laidlaw Scholars 2025 research project! My essay examines how local attitudes shaped refugee settlement in 1990s Korea and 1960s Hong Kong, showing how public opinion influence integration and a sense of belonging—which is still a relevant issue today.

Influencer Of

Topics

Channels contributed to:

Arts & Humanities Research

Rooms participated in:

The University of Hong Kong Laidlaw Conference 2025

Details

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