Taiwan's population consists of over 700,000 migrant workers, a number so large emphasizing their role in Taiwanese society. (Taiwan Immigrants’ Global News Network) shares the following series of informative videos about the lives of migrant workers in Taiwan. Watch the broadcast here: 0710 NIA video news report－English)
(Taiwan Immigrants’ Global News Network) shares the following series of informative videos about the lives of migrant workers in Taiwan.
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Weekly News (June 7 – June 13)
- New immigrants can be provided living allowances of up to 3 months
New immigrant families can be provided living allowances during the epidemic. The National Immigration Agency's New Immigrants Development Foundation launched the "New Immigrants Development Fund". Local governments will assist in the application process, and each person will receive a maximum of 3 months living allowance in the current year. (Detailed report: The NIA provides living allowances of up to 3 months for new immigrants during the epidemic)
- Screening stations are set up in Hsinchu City for epidemic prevention among migrant workers
Hsinchu City mayor announced that epidemic prevention measures will be improved among migrant workers in factories. The Hsinchu City Medical Association will provide screening services at factories. Companies can also choose to visit existing screening stations. (Detailed report: Hsinchu City Medical Association: Provides screening services for factory migrant workers)
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- Foreign spouses can now apply for the "Assured Immediate Employment Program"
Due to the COVID-19 epidemic in Taiwan, many people are having trouble finding jobs. The Ministry of Labor's (MOL) “Assured Immediate Employment Program” has eased the qualifications for application. All nationals over 15 years of age and foreign spouses are eligible for application. The maximum number of hours is also increased to 960 hours. (Detailed report: Ministry of Labor: Foreign spouses can now apply for the “Assured Immediate Employment Program”)
- Recruitment for online new immigrant language teachers has begun
Many language teachers receive praise for implementing online teaching. Through this, the relationship between teachers and students has become closer. Recruitment for teachers has begun, and new immigrants who are interested can sign up now.(Detailed report: Online New Immigrant Language Teacher Recruitment: Begins on July 3)
