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The National Immigration Agency partners with New Taipei City to establish a long-term care network for new residents.
Taipei Youth Department opens submissions to support Gen Z entrepreneurial dreams.
FamilyMart promotes employment-friendly stores for new residents, partnering with Pearl S. Buck Foundation to create inclusive workplaces.
The 2025 New Taipei River and Ocean Music Festival kicks off! Get ready for the chillest waterfront music journey.
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NIA Partners with New Taipei City to Build a Secure Long-Term Care Network for New Residents
To enhance healthcare and safety for new residents, the New Taipei City Service Center of the National Immigration Agency (NIA) held the &ldquoNew Resident Care Network Conference&rdquo on June 11. The event brought together more than 40 local public and private organizations and collaborated with the New Taipei City Health Bureau to promote Long-Term Care 2.0 services and dementia prevention resources. The meeting introduced the application process, care assessments, and case management services, as well as practical resources such as neighborhood care stations, day care centers, and integrated dementia clinics to support families with elderly care needs. The event also included advocacy on fraud prevention, gender equality, and legal awareness to help participants better understand social support systems. Center Director Lin Tsai-jung stated that they will continue to integrate interagency resources through network meetings to create a warm and friendly care environment for new residents.
Taipei Youth Department Launches Call for Entries to Support Gen Z Entrepreneurship
The second &ldquoGen Z Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition&rdquo is now open for entries until July 8. Hosted by the Taipei City Government Youth Department, the competition offers a total prize pool of NT$2.08 million and is open to youth aged 18 to 30 to register in teams. Divided into two categories &mdash &ldquoValidation Group&rdquo and &ldquoFundraising Group&rdquo &mdash the competition provides resources such as startup mentoring, field testing, crowdfunding support, and investor matching to help participants validate their ideas and bring them to market. Finalist teams can receive up to NT$150,000 in support funds, with a total of NT$700,000 in prizes awarded in the finals. The Youth Department emphasizes that this is more than just a competition &mdash it's a platform for startup incubation, encouraging young people to take action and launch their entrepreneurial journeys here.
FamilyMart Launches Migrant-Friendly Store in Partnership with Pearl S. Buck Foundation to Build Inclusive Workplaces
FamilyMart Taiwan has teamed up with the Pearl S. Buck Foundation to transform its Nanhai Road store in Taipei into the first &ldquoMigrant-Friendly Convenience Store&rdquo in Taiwan. Operated under a franchise model, the initiative aims to provide stable employment opportunities for new immigrants. The store features multilingual tools, a cultural exhibition wall, and training cards. It is managed by a team led by a store manager with a social work background, helping staff adapt to the workplace culture. Team members come from countries such as Vietnam, Indonesia, Myanmar, and Cambodia. New immigrants can join job experience programs and receive language and skills training. Taiwanese staff also participate in intercultural communication workshops to foster mutual understanding. This pioneering effort aligns with the UN SDGs and serves as a model for corporate social innovation and ethnic inclusion, with hopes of inspiring more businesses to follow suit and create inclusive work environments.
2025 New Taipei Riverside & Ocean Music Festival Kicks Off! Enjoy the Chillest Waterfront Music Journey
This summer, New Taipei City launches the &ldquo2025 Riverside & Ocean Music Festival,&rdquo linking waterfront sites in Tamsui, Gongliao, and New Taipei Metropolitan Park into a two-month musical tourism celebration. Kicking off on June 20 with the Ocean Indie Music Showcase, the festival continues with the Tamsui Fisherman&rsquos Stage (June 28&ndash29), Gongliao Ocean Music Festival (July 26&ndash27), and concludes with the Metropolitan Park Main Stage (August 23&ndash24). From coastal beaches to urban green spaces, the lineup blends indie bands, popular singers, and local flair, offering a vibrant visual and auditory feast. The city invites residents and travelers to join this summer celebration in harmony with nature.
