The application period for this round of “the IT Scheme for People with Visual Impairment” (The Scheme) (9th round) and “Central Fund for Personal Computers” (The Fund) (51st round) has ended. It is expected that the next round of applications will be invited between September and October 2025. Details will be announced on the same website.
The IT Scheme for People with Visual Impairment supports non-profit-making organisations providing services or schooling for people with visual impairment (PVI) and tertiary institutions to acquire advanced Chinese screen readers, Braille displays and accessories/portable devices to facilitate PVI's browsing the Internet, and to subsidise individual PVI with financial difficulties to purchase these assistive devices for meeting their needs on studying or employment.
The Central Fund for Personal Computers aims to assist persons with disabilities in acquiring the necessary computer facilities for self-employment or receiving supported employment service at home.
Please note that Social Welfare Department will send out invitations to relevant organisations for making nominations and applications at half-year intervals through SWD's homepage.
Enquiries can be made to Rehabilitation and Medical Social Services Branch, Social Welfare Department:
Telephone No.: 3586 3594
Email Address: eoimc@swd.gov.hk
Fax No.: 2834 7046
Detailed information and application forms can be downloaded here for reference.
The IT Scheme for PVI