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:1106 NIA video news report-English
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News Focus (November 1 – November 7)
- Taoyuan migrant workers’ maternity placement center to go live in 2022
Pregnant migrant workers in Taiwan face unemployment and struggle with their finances, the Taoyuan City Government launched a maternity placement center to assist them. The center is expected to officially open on January 1, 2022. (Read more: Taoyuan migrant workers’ maternity placement center to go live in 2022
- Safe channel of cross-border remittance services for migrant workers
Migrant workers in Taiwan usually send money back home. To provide them with save and secure remittance services, the Taiwanese government launched a safe cross-border remittance service. (Read more: Safe channel of cross-border remittance services for migrant workers)
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- Taichung City Labor College "Free Study Program" helps new residents improve their competitiveness in the workplace
The Labor Affairs Bureau of Taichung City Government encourages new immigrants to learn new professional skills. These free learning courses can help them gain experience and knowledge. (Read more: Taichung City Labor College "Free Study Program" helps new residents improve their competitiveness in the workplace)
- Parents and children prevent enterovirus together! " 5 Steps: Wet, Rub, Rinse, Clean, Wipe
The MOE reminds parents and children to follow epidemic prevention measures especially during the fall and winter. Wash your hands frequently and follow the 5 steps. (Read more: Parents and children prevent enterovirus together! " 5 Steps: Wet, Rub, Rinse, Clean, Wipe)