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  Painted Conical Hats and Vietnamese Coffee DIY: National Immigration Agency Invites the Public to Experience Vietnamese Culture

  To promote cultural exchange and integration between new residents, their families, and local citizens, the Nantou County Service Station of the National Immigration Agency’s Central Affairs Brigade, in cooperation with the Nantou County New Residents Family Service Center, organized the "Colorful Culture, Increasingly Wonderful" multicultural integration event. The event invited Vietnamese multicultural instructor Ding Shi Rang to share insights on family management and to lead interactive experiences through conical hat painting and DIY Vietnamese pour-over coffee, allowing participants to delve into the cultural significance of Vietnam.Instructor Ms. Ding Shi Lang introduces Vietnamese coffee culture. (Photo sourced from the National Immigration Agency website)Instructor Ding Shi Rang explained that Vietnam is the world’s second-largest coffee exporter, and coffee shops are ubiquitous in Vietnam, with coffee considered an essential part of daily life. Vietnamese coffee is not a specific type of coffee bean; rather, it refers to a unique preparation and consumption method in Vietnam. The iconic drip coffee involves placing ground coffee in a Vietnamese drip filter, allowing it to slowly drip into a cup. When mixed with condensed milk, the sweetness of the milk and the bitterness of the coffee create a distinctive Vietnamese flavor. Another essential item in Vietnamese daily life is the conical hat. Worn by people of all ages and genders, the conical hat serves as protection from the sun and rain and is a cherished accessory akin to the traditional Ao Dai attire.The public experiences DIY Vietnamese pour-over coffee. (Photo sourced from the National Immigration Agencyt website)After learning about the cultural significance of Vietnamese coffee and conical hats, Instructor Ding Shi Rang led participants in the second half of the event to experience DIY Vietnamese pour-over coffee firsthand and to creatively paint their own unique conical hats. The event’s lively atmosphere not only alleviated homesickness for new residents but also left a memorable cultural experience for the families of new residents and the public.Nantou County Service Station Director Lin Hong-zhi stated that this multicultural integration event allowed participants to experience authentic Vietnamese culture without the need to travel abroad. Through cultural experiences like this, the National Immigration Agency hopes to increase the public's understanding of diverse cultural meanings and to strengthen interaction and communication among new resident families and the public.To further assist new residents in adapting to life in Taiwan and with education and learning needs, the National Immigration Agency continues to implement the "New Resident Digital Empowerment Program" which provides free computer learning courses and offers tablets or laptops for free borrowing (including 4G mobile internet with unlimited data). New residents are welcome to call the toll-free service hotlines 0800-005-788 and 0800-030-068, where specialists will assist with inquiries.

  2024-11-18 09:05
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  [Dream Building] "Encountering Beauty": Weaving a Future of Economic Independence with Cross-Language Medicine Bag Designs to Ensure Safe Medication Use for New Residents

  The "Dream Building Project for New Residents and Their Children" organized by the Immigration Department has entered its 10th year. Since its inception, this project has been dedicated to helping new residents and their children realize their dreams. Participants have shown incredible passion and perseverance throughout their journeys, and their achievements and joy have inspired countless others. We will introduce the outstanding award winners from this year's "Social Welfare Service Group" to see how these new residents have found a sense of belonging in Taiwan and how they are giving back, creating a friendly cycle of support."Encountering Beauty" – Cui Jun-ge & Huang Cui Shu-yiCui Jun-ge faced difficulties adapting to life in Taiwan after marriage, but she regained strength through weaving skills learned from her mother. Her son, Shu-yi, has always been her greatest support, giving her courage and motivation. Consequently, Cui decided to use her skills to help others. Noticing that many immigrant women face financial difficulties, she collaborated with the New Resident Center to teach weaving and crafts, enhancing the value of handmade items through social welfare support.In her teaching, she incorporates traditional Chinese culture, allowing participants not only to learn skills but also to appreciate Chinese cultural heritage. She also participates in multicultural instructor training to share her hometown and weaving culture, promoting her craft and cultural philosophy. Through these efforts, Cui has helped herself and other immigrant women overcome challenges, highlighting the cultural value of traditional skills.Cui Jun-ge teaches handmade shoe crafting (Photo sourced from the Immigration Department NIA Facebook)"A New 'Bag' for Health and Happiness" – Wu Xing-juan & Huang Qiu-xianWu Xing-juan noticed that her mother, Huang Qiu-xian, often misunderstood instructions on medicine bags due to limited proficiency in Chinese, leading to concerns about medication safety. Motivated by her mother's health, Xing-juan joined hands with her mother to participate in the Dream Building Project. They believe that medicine bags serve as a vital communication bridge between healthcare providers and patients, making medication safety essential. To address this issue, they analyzed the design of Taiwan’s current medicine bags. Through community interviews, they developed three designs for medicine bags with user-friendly information for immigrants. After testing, the new designs received positive feedback, helping new residents feel safer when taking medications.Huang Qiu-xian (left) and Wu Xing-juan (right) join hands to execute the Dream Building Project (Photo sourced from the Immigration Department NIA Facebook)For more information: Applications for the 11th Dream Building Program for New Immigrants and Their Children are now open, helping you achieve your dreams!Original Source: Immigration Department NIA Facebook

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  Eslite Bookstore Annual Used Book Sale Begins at Taichung Chungyo Department Store with Incredible Discounts

  Eslite Bookstore’s largest annual used book sale is being held from now until November 25th on the 13th floor of Building C at Taichung Chungyo Department Store, offering incredible discounts for book lovers and stationery collectors. During the event, thousands of Chinese books are available for as low as six for 500 TWD, children's books starting at 30% off, foreign books at 50% off, and stationery, vinyl records, and gift items at discounts of up to 70% off. Some limited edition items are available for as low as 10% of their original price, offering readers a great opportunity to enrich their bookshelves at affordable prices.Books, Stationery, Vinyl Records, Toys... All at Discounted Prices (Photo sourced from Taichung Chungyo Department Store Facebook)Eslite Bookstore notes that while e-books and digital reading are popular, many book enthusiasts still prefer printed books. This sale allows readers to expand their collections affordably, despite inflation. The lowest price for Chinese books is six for 500 TWD, and some exclusive items are offered at just 10% of the original price! For instance, the official visual guide of Makoto Shinkai's popular animation Weathering with You, as well as the Amenti Oracle Feather Heart Deck and Guide Book inspired by ancient Egyptian wisdom, are both available for under 100 TWD.During the event, Eslite members enjoy additional benefits: for a single purchase of 600 TWD, they receive a "Steam Eye Mask"; with a purchase of 1,200 TWD, they receive a 100 TWD digital voucher. Members who use Cultural Currency points for a 300 TWD deduction can earn an additional 600 TWD digital voucher. The more you spend, the greater the discounts. Detailed event and discount information will be announced on-site, and additional offers can be found on the Eslite Bookstore website or in stores.

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