Learning Platform on NGO Governance and Management:
Must Know Legal Issues for NGO Management - Intellectual Property was held with success on 29 April 2024.
The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS) and Mayer Brown have jointly organized a thought-provoking legal seminar focusing on a critical subject affecting NGOs, intellectual property. This event has offered a valuable platform to delve into the intricate legal challenges associated with intellectual property, equipping the board members and senior management of NGOs with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions. Attendees have also gained insights into effective strategies for mitigating associated risks and safeguarding their organizations' interests.
Highlights of the Event:
- Valuable insights from Mayer Brown's legal professionals
- Explore anonymous donations and intellectual property challenges for informed decisions
- Discover strategies to mitigate risks and protect your organization
- Dynamic sharing session adds perspective to the insights gained
Details of the event are as follows:
Date: 29 April 2024 (Monday)
Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Venue: Prince's Building, 10 Chater Road Central Hong Kong
Speaker: Ms. Gabriela Kennedy (Partner of Mayer Brown)
Language: English (presentation materials in English)
Presentation material is now available:
Photos from the Sharing Session:
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Ms. Gabriela Kennedy, Partner at Mayer Brown, captivated the audience with her insightful discourse on Hong Kong’s existing intellectual property regulations, shedding light on common issues and challenges associated with this crucial subject. | |||
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The collaborative seminar, hosted by the Council in partnership with Mayer Brown, sought to furnish NGO board members and management teams with essential legal knowledge, enabling them to make prudent decisions. | |||
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The session cultivated a dynamic environment that placed a strong emphasis on interactive engagement, fostering lively discussions and facilitating meaningful exchanges between the speaker and the audience. | |||
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Participants were organized into small groups, engaging in constructive discussions surrounding diverse scenarios related to intellectual property issues. | |||
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Scenarios were crafted based on the questions collected and Ms. Kennedy would then explain the underlying legal reasoning behind each case, enriching participants’ understanding of the subject matter. | |||
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From the left in the 4th position of the first row: Mr. Alan Linning, Partner, Mayer Brown; Mr. Anthony Wong, Business Director, HKCSS; Mr. Terence Tung, Senior Partner, Mayer Brown; and Ms. Gabriela Kennedy, Partner, Mayer Brown. |
