About
Joshua Wong Chi-fung is a Hong Kong activist and politician known for his pro-democracy advocacy. He gained international prominence during the 2014 Hong Kong protests, also known as the Umbrella Movement, where he played a pivotal role. Wong served as secretary-general of the pro-democracy party Demosistō until it disbanded following the implementation of the Hong Kong national security law. He was previously the convenor and founder of the student activist group Scholarism, advocating for democratic reforms.
Career Timeline
Founds Student Activist Group
Wong founds Scholarism, beginning his activism career.
Leads Umbrella Movement
Wong gains international attention for leading the Umbrella Movement.
Founds Demosistō Party
Wong founds Demosistō, a pro-democracy political party.
Jailed for Protest Activities
Wong serves time in jail for his role in protests.
Demosistō Disbands
Demosistō disbands following the implementation of the national security law.
Imprisoned Again
Wong is imprisoned again for his activism.
Pro-Democracy Symbol
Wong remains an important symbol of the pro-democracy movement.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026