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：0903 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 (August 30 – September 5)
- New Taipei City opens summer activities starting August 10
While under the nationwide level 2 alert, the New Taipei City Government is slowly adjusting its policies. Summer activities and sports team training for levels below high school will begin on August 10. Schools must follow relevant epidemic prevention measures to protect the health of students, teachers, and staff. Classes will also start on September 1.（For more information：New Taipei City opens summer activities starting August 10）
- New immigrant mothers can go to "supplementary schools" and are provided childcare services for their children
New immigrants in Keelung can now sign up for supplementary schools. The Keelung City Government will be providing temporary childcare services to new immigrant mothers. New immigrant mothers can have peace of mind while taking their classes without having to worry about their children. Those who complete 3 years of supplementary school will be awarded graduation or a completion certificate.（For more information：Keelung City Government launches "supplementary school" services for new immigrant mothers, and childcare services for their children）
- The National Immigration Agency awards scholarships and bursaries to new immigrants
New immigrants have various skills that can contribute to local work development. To increase competitiveness among new immigrants, the NIA provides skill certifications and licenses. There were 14 recipients of the “New Immigrants and their children Training Scholarship Program" subsidy. Not only do winners receive prizes, but they can also enhance their competitiveness in employment.（For more information：NIA promotes "Jinmen Study and Bursary Program" for new immigrants, 14 winners！）
- ATM machines provide 24-hour "overseas remittance" services to migrant workers
Migrant workers have become the main labor force in all levels of domestic industries in Taiwan.To make it easier and faster for migrant workers to send money to their home countries.Taishin Bank announced the launch of the "ATM overseas remittance collection service” which is available in 7 languages.Through this, migrant workers can conveniently remit their salary back home.（For more information：Migrant workers can send money to their home country conveniently using bank ATM "overseas remittance" service with 24hr services）
