President’s Message

Dear Dragons,

It’s my great honour and privilege to serve as the 15th president of the DragoNation (“DN”). Many of you may already know me from my previous role as a coordinator for Dragon 100 of the Dragon Foundation (“DF”) and an executive committee member of DN. I must say it’s been an absolute pleasure to have been part of our vibrant alumni community for so many years.

Since taking up the presidency on 1 January 2023, I have had opportunities to meet with dragons from a wide range of backgrounds. What I see is talent, diversity and above all, a strong commitment and relentless support to both DF and DN and for the common values we share. 

When I think back to 2011, the year I participated in the Global Citizenship Programme of the DF, there were only 30 of us, close and warm. Now, in 2023, our alumni has expanded to a community of over 2000 dragons.  DN has obviously gained reputation and stature in the past 15 years.

DN’s recognition earned in such a short period of time would not have been possible without the support of all dragons. So, thank you for giving back to us, and offering so much to DF and DN, from supporting DF events to serving DN in so many different ways.

We are going into a post Covid-19 period. With the additional freedom now available to us, let us not forget to stay connected and engaged. I can’t wait to see you all in person soon!

Shirley KO