Our Mission
我們的使命

“LumiVoce” means illuminating with sound. We inspire and educate the young to fall in love and protect wildlife and biodiversity through the power of music, arts, and education, because “we protect what we love“. We enable young creative voices for biodiversity and a sustainable planet.

“LumiVoce” 的意思是「用聲音照亮」。我們透過音樂、藝術和教育的力量激勵和教育年輕人熱愛和保護野生動物和生物多樣性,因為「我們保護我們所珍愛的」。我們讓年輕人為生物多樣性和永續發展的地球發出創造性的聲音。

why is biodiversity so important
為什麼生物多樣性如此重要?

A new analysis PwC released in Jan 2024 updated that figure, finding that 55% of global GDP, equivalent to an estimated $58 trillion, is moderately or highly dependent on nature.

普華永道 2024 年 1 月發布的新分析結果更新了這個數字,發現全球 GDP 的 55%(相當於估計的 58萬億美元)中度或高度依賴於自然。

why Hong Kong
為什麼選擇香港?

Hong Kong is a biodiversity hotspot 40% of land in Hong Kong has been designated as country parks and special areas which provide statutory protection for the habitats of our diverse flora and fauna. The current butterfly checklist in Hong Kong has 245 species, and it has more than 570 bird species, representing one-third of the total species recorded in the whole of China. Even though Hong Kong’s marine area is only ~0.03% of the marine area of China, the number of marine species recorded in Hong Kong is ~25% of the total recorded for China’s seas, and there are more coral species in Hong Kong waters than in the entirety of the Caribbean Sea.

香港是生物多樣性的熱門地區。 40% 香港的土地已被指定為國家公園和特別區域,這些地區為多樣化的動植物棲息地提供法定保護。香港目前的蝴蝶名錄有245種,鳥類超過570種,佔整個中國記錄物種總數的三分之一。 儘管香港海域面積僅為中國海域面積的約0.03%,但香港記錄的海洋物種數量約為中國海域記錄總數的25%,香港水域的珊瑚種類比整個加勒比海的珊瑚種類還要多。

challenges in biodiversity education
生物多樣性教育過程中所面對的挑戰

Over 50% of the surveyed students have never heard of the term “biodiversity”. Only 7.1% of students were quite well-informed about the biodiversity in Hong Kong. 54.1% of teachers said that their schools have not organized any biodiversity-related activities. Different schools, especially the local schools place different levels of emphasis on school programs. Oftentimes they lack adequate manpower and resources in biodiversity teaching and an affordable, creative, and artistic learning environment.

超過 50% 的受訪學生從未聽過「生物多樣性」一詞。只有 7.1% 的學生對香港的生物多樣性有相當了解。 54.1%的教師表示,他們的學校沒有組織過任何與生物多樣性相關的活動。 不同的學校,尤其是當地學校,對學校課程的重視程度不同。通常,他們在生物多樣性教學方面缺乏充足的人力和資源,缺乏負擔得起的、創造性和藝術性的學習環境。

our story
我們的故事

LumiVoce Foundation was born from a unique legacy. Our founder, Dr. Ying Ying Liu, is an internationally known pianist, vocalist, educator, published author, and leadership expert. She is the daughter of Liu Chi, one of the most celebrated Chinese composers of the 20th century.

Combining her skills and passions, she founded LumiVoce in 2016. Ying Ying now devotes her musical talent and leadership expertise to wildlife conservation to address a critical challenge: how do we inspire future generations to protect the “voiceless” wildlife and planet?

Her answer was to devote her energy and expertise to biodiversity education, creating a unique foundation that harnesses the emotional power of music and art to build a lasting, heartfelt connection between the youth and the natural world. Her goal is to plant the seeds of love for wildlife in the hearts of the children.

明音基金會的誕生源於一段獨特的音樂與文化傳承。創辦人劉螢螢博士是國際知名的鋼琴家、聲樂家、教育家、出版作家及領導力專家,並且是20世紀中國最著名的作曲家之一劉炽的女兒。

秉持對音樂與教育的熱忱,她於2016年創立明音基金會,將她的藝術才華與領導力專長投入於野生動物保育,回應當今迫切的課題:我們如何啟發下一代去守護「無聲」的野生動物與地球?

她的答案是推動生物多樣性教育,創建一個結合音樂與藝術的獨特平台,運用情感的力量,讓孩子與大自然之間建立深刻而長久的連結。她的願景,是在孩子們心中種下熱愛野生動物的種子,為地球的未來播下希望。

our impact
我們的影響力

We believe that true conservation begins with love.

While traditional environmental education focuses on science, LumiVoce Foundation programs engage the heart. Our solution is grounded in our unique and proven approach that combines Aesthetic Education (AE) with Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) to foster passion among youth by harnessing the power of music and the arts for biodiversity education.

Through our programs, students learn about more than just the importance of biodiversity. They are guided to explore the natural world through creativity by their artistic expressions, and become its champions. This is how we cultivate the next generation of passionate environmental stewards.

Since 2016, we’ve impacted 32,000+ students, educators and families through our biodiversity learning and our arts program. Working with across 270+ schools and institutions, we have also engaged with 135+ artists, musicians and wildlife experts.


我們堅信,真正的保護始於愛

傳統的環境教育側重於科學,而明音基金會的教育理念則注重觸動人心。我們獨特的方法將美學教育 (AE) 社會情感學習 (SEL) 相結合,利用音樂和藝術的力量進行生物多樣性教育,激發青少年的熱情。

透過我們的項目,學生不僅學習生物多樣性的重要性,還能透過藝術表達,引導他們發揮創造力探索自然世界,並成為自然的守護者。這正是我們培養下一代充滿熱情的自然守護者的方式。

自2016年以來,我們通過生物多樣性藝術學習項目影響了32,000多名學生、教育工作者和家庭。我們與270多所學校和機構合作,並有超過135位藝術家、音樂家和野生動物專家參與其中。

aesthetic education
美學教育

Aesthetic education enriches students’ learning experiences by fostering creativity and a deeper appreciation for the arts. It enhances their critical thinking and emotional expression, helping them to see the world through diverse perspectives. This holistic approach to education promotes cultural awareness and personal growth, preparing students for a more well-rounded and fulfilling life.

美育(AE)透過培養創造力和對藝術的更深層的欣賞來豐富學生的學習體驗。這麼做不僅增強了孩子們的審思明辨的能力和情感表達能力,還幫助他們從不同的角度看待世界。這種全面的教育方法可以增強文化意識和促進個人成長,為學生們帶來更全面、更充實的生命體驗。

social emotional learning
社交情感學習

Social emotional learning (SEL) helps students by fostering essential skills such as self-awareness, empathy, and effective communication. These skills not only improve their academic performance but also enhance their ability to form positive relationships, manage stress, and navigate social challenges, leading to overall well-being and success in school and life.

社交情感學習 (SEL) 透過培養自我意識、同理心和有效溝通等基本技能來幫助學生提升個人能力。這些技能不僅可以提升學業成績,還能增強他們建立積極關係、管理壓力和應對社會挑戰的能力,從而在學習和生活中獲得整體上的幸福感和成功。

How would you like to support us?

If you are an expert we would love to host workshops and have you share your knowledge with our team

If you would like to support us financially with our Voices for the Planet challenge please click here