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The Geological Society of Hong Kong

The Geological Society of Hong Kong (also known as GSHK) is a non-profit making organisation based in Hong Kong. They aims to enhance geological interests and studies in Hong Kong. They believe that geological knowledge is indispensable for achieving a sustainable community, and therefore ought to be widely promoted to the general public.

History

The Geological Society of Hong Kong (GSHK) was established by a group of local geologists in 1982 with an aim to advance geological sciences in Hong Kong and to provide a platformfor both professionals and amateursto meet. Since then, GSHK holdsregularly geological conferences and seminars, and organises local and overseas field trips for both members and non-members to explore the geological world. At present, the society maintains a steady membership of about 250, including professional geologists from the public and private sectors, academia, as well as teachers, students and amateurs.