Discusses civic engagement and public policymaking in postcolonial Hong Kong. Utilizing case studies of citizens' advisory committees involving four policy areas - urban planning, social welfare policy, environmental protection, and arts and culture policy - this book examines the interaction between the state and civil society.

This text offers guidance for engaging English language learners through artistic thinking. By paying equal attention to visual art, music, drama and dance education, this book articulates how arts classrooms can create rich and supportive contexts for ELLs to grow socially, academically, and personally.