【NIA Global News for New Immigrants】presents five news highlights in the form of videos for the readers. These news are all related to new immigrants in Taiwan, so that new immigrants in Taiwan can quickly grasp this week’s news in the shortest time. (Watch the video here:0430 NIA video news report-English)
Weekly News (April 26th- May 2nd )
- New Taipei City launches New Immigrant Chinese Learning material in June
To help new immigrants improve their Mandarin speaking and writing ability, the Education Department of the New Taipei City Government launches a “New Immigrant Chinese Learning support program.” The plan received 2,000,000 NTD from the International Rotary Clubs Association for organizing Mandarin learning materials. (Further reading: New Taipei City launches New Immigrant Chinese Learning material in June)
- Tainan City Police Department reminds the public to avoid drunk driving
In order to help the public, understand the new drunk-driving law, and promote the danger of drunk-driving, the sixth precinct of the Tainan City Police Department designed a short version poster of the new drunk-driving law. (Further reading: Tainan City Police Department reminds the public to avoid drunk driving)
- Mazu pilgrimage in 11 languages online on April 7
RTI is set to broadcast the Dajia Mazu Pilgrimage live on-site in eleven languages on April 7 night. Mazu is traditionally worshipped as the goddess of the sea. The annual pilgrimage has been recognized by Discovery Channel as one of the world’s three major religious festivals. (Further reading: Mazu pilgrimage in 11 languages online on April 7)
- Miaoli conducts an activity for children to experience the Bombing Lord Han Dan traditions
The “Bombing Lord Han Dan Little Warrior Camp” includes activities such as warrior challenge activities, a 4D tunnel experience, and Lord Han Dan pilgrimage. The activities are very popular. Tickets are often sold out immediately. (Further reading: Miaoli conducts an activity for children to experience the Bombing Lord Han Dan traditions)