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Cosplay contest for Filipino migrant workers to be held in HsinchuPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Cosplay contest for Filipino migrant workers to be held in Hsinchu

Migrant workers' dressed as characters in comics and online games will take center stage this month at a cosplay competition in Hsinchu City, the organizers said Tuesday.

Weekend fair to feature immigrant women in startup businessesPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Weekend fair to feature immigrant women in startup businesses

Immigrant women in Taiwan who are running startup businesses or aspire to do so will take center stage this weekend at a fair in Taipei, the Foundation for Women's Rights Promotion and Development, which is hosting the event, said Wednesday.

Filipino Christmas celebrations to kick off Sunday in TaoyuanPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Filipino Christmas celebrations to kick off Sunday in Taoyuan

The Philippine representative office will host a Christmas celebration in Taoyuan on Sunday to spread festive cheer for Filipinos in Taiwan with prizes, cultural presentations and a performance by a special celebrity guest from the Philippines.

Children of immigrants break down cultural barriers at Sunday showPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Children of immigrants break down cultural barriers at Sunday show

Close to 90 children from new immigrant families showcased their talents and skills at a presentation in Taipei on Sunday that validated classes held by local foundations designed to help them avoid being marginalized.

Second batch of medical interpreters for immigrants complete trainingPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Second batch of medical interpreters for immigrants complete training

Twenty-six interpreters graduated recently from a training program offered by the New Taipei government with the goal of facilitating better communication between healthcare professionals and migrant workers who require psychological counseling, a labor official in the city said Thursday.

 Filipino bands to rock out in year-end Hsinchu County competitionPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Filipino bands to rock out in year-end Hsinchu County competition

Local and Philippine community members in Hsinchu County are collaborating to hold a year-end battle of the bands competition next month, in which groups formed by overseas Filipino workers will take the stage in the county's Hukou Township, the organizers said Wednesday.

Immigrant football competition kicks off in TaipeiPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Immigrant football competition kicks off in Taipei

A friendly immigrant football competition between eight teams comprised of migrant players was launched in Taipei on Sunday, with hundreds of people gathered at a local sports stadium for the opening ceremony and to watch the first four games.

2019 Cultural Diversity Event – Water Lantern Festival Kicks Off in StylePhotos - New Southbound Policy
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2019 Cultural Diversity Event – Water Lantern Festival Kicks Off in Style

The annual Water Lantern Festival will kick off at the Rainbow Bridge by the Xikou Wharf at 15:00 on November 17, 2019. Besides traditional Southeast Asian water lanterns, star-shaped water lanterns are also designed this year to let visitors make a wish to the stars so that they do not have to travel abroad to experience Southeast Asian water lantern culture.

Taipei City Migrant Worker Training Course Achievement Exhibition Kicks Off at Taipei Main StationPhotos - New Southbound Policy
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Taipei City Migrant Worker Training Course Achievement Exhibition Kicks Off at Taipei Main Station

The Taipei City International Migrant Worker Vocational Training Course Achievement Exhibition will be held at Taipei Main Station’s multifunctional performance hall on November 10, 2019. This year, a total of 18 courses saw participation from 227 migrant workers, endowing them with an abundance of new knowledge.

Free Training Classes for Taipei City Migrant Workers are Underway to Assist Migrant Workers to More Rapidly Adapt to Life in Taiwan

Training classes for Taipei City migrant workers have begun! Free training is now available for international migrant workers from Indonesia, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Thailand to enrich their professional and language skills.