Hong Kong's early Tongzhi indie zines, publications and documents in the form of printed matters are invaluable historical materials. After the decriminalisation of private, adult, non-commercial, and consensual male homosexual sexual acts in the Legislation Council in 1991, there were numerous NGOs registered and came the beginning of Tongzhi movement in Hong Kong. The establishment of this digital archive is a result of the selfless support of our fellows. We want to thank our friends and Tongzhi groups for their loans and donations, which enabled us to obtain many precious materials from the 1980s to the 2000s. Perhaps today, we cannot imagine how this web-based archive can help and serve the LGBTQ+ community, scholars, researchers, and future generations in Hong Kong and abroad. Yet, let us provide this platform, and the coming generations using it will create its meanings.

The information and materials provided on this website are for general reference only. The historical materials presented on this site may involve sensitive topics and may not align with contemporary standards. The researchers have no intention of offending any individual or group; to ensure accuracy, these materials are presented in their original form to maintain fidelity to the source. The views expressed in these materials do not reflect those of the website producers or the Hong Kong Arts Development Council. This website includes content related to LGBTQ+ issues, which may not be suitable for all visitors. Some materials may evoke strong emotions or discomfort in certain viewers. If the content causes you distress, we encourage you to seek support from trusted friends, family, or professional mental health practitioners. The information and materials provided on this website are intended solely for non-commercial display and educational purposes. The researchers have made every effort to identify and contact the copyright holders of the materials.

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