Taiwan's population consists of over 700,000 migrant workers, a number so large it emphasizes 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：1002 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.
News in Focus (September 27 – October 3)
- Fresh graduates don't need to provide vaccination certificates at job interviews
Recently, employers have been asking for "vaccination certificates" from job seekers.The Ministry of Labor stated that "vaccination certificates" are "private personal information".Therefore, employers are prohibited from asking for "vaccination certificates".If the employer violates the law, a fine of NT$60,000 or more up to NT$300,000 may be imposed.（For more information：The Ministry of Labor says that it is illegal for employers to request for a vaccination certificate at job interviews）
- Parents can ask for epidemic prevention care leave to take care of their vaccinated children
Students taking the COVID-19 BNT vaccine can apply for a "vaccination leave" for 3 days.The Ministry of Labor stated that parents can also take the "epidemic prevention care" leave to take care of their vaccinated children.Employers cannot request to substitute this leave with other leave categories.It is also not mandatory for employers to pay wages.（For more information：MOL：Parents can take "epidemic-prevention care leave”to take care of their children taking the COVID-19 BNT vaccine）
- Taoyuan City implements enhanced Level 2 epidemic alert until September 23
In response to the COVID-19 Delta variant, Taoyuan City implemented an enhanced Level 2 epidemic alert until September 23.Taoyuan City's mayor announced it will be extended until September 23. All must be cautious in facing the epidemic and that prevention measures must be followed.Taoyuan continues to make efforts in protecting its citizens from the COVID-19 Delta variant.（For more information：Taoyuan City implements enhanced Level 2 epidemic alert until September 23）
- Taichung City Government launches the "2021 ASEAN Voice Talent Competition" for new immigrants
Taichung City Government Labor Affairs Bureau launched the 2021 ASEAN Voice Talent Competition.This is to let new immigrants show their singing talents despite the epidemic in Taiwan.The event will host its preliminary and final events from October 16 to 17.The highest prize is up to NTD61,800.（For more information：Taichung City Government launches the "2021 ASEAN Voice Talent Competition". New immigrants and migrant workers may sign up！）
