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The Ministry of Labor in Taiwan reported 1,577 workplace sexual harassment complaints from March to December 2024. Investigations confirmed 949 cases, leading to 127 dismissals. Women filed 88.6% of complaints, with most cases involving hostile harassment. The manufacturing industry had the highest number of cases. The ministry plans to promote gender equality and prevention awareness through sessions and extended subsidies.

The Nuan Nuan Sunshine Association and a victim’s family urge action against workplace sexual harassment in Taiwan, highlighting systemic issues and calling for reforms.

Premier Cho Jung-tai led a meeting on Dec. 30, urging stronger enforcement of gender pay equality in Taiwan. The focus is on narrowing pay gaps and expanding corporate disclosures.

Women’s groups in Taipei urge employers to combat workplace sexual violence after McDonald’s fined for failing to support a victim. Learn about the call for action.

Taipei authorities investigate a reported sexual assault at a McDonald’s involving a 17-year-old girl, prompting demands for details by Friday. The case, linked to her suicide, is under judicial review.

Labor groups in Taiwan urge new Labor Minister Hung Sun-han to reform workplace policies, tackle bullying, and improve conditions for workers. They support his efforts to create a more humane work environment.

Taiwan’s Ministry of Health and Welfare announced amendments to gender equity laws, effective March 8, 2024, to combat sexual harassment. The changes include harsher penalties and expanded responsibilities for employers.

Discover the actions taken by Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense after a battalion commander faced allegations of sexual harassment in Matsu. Learn about the disciplinary measures and future plans for prevention.

Explore how Taiwan’s MeToo movement, marking its first anniversary, faces challenges with victim re-victimization and calls for legal reforms and cultural change to protect survivors and ensure a safer society.

Executive Yuan Premier Chen Chien-jen emphasizes zero tolerance for sexual harassment, assault, and child exploitation, warning of potential bans for foreign platforms not removing such content. This follows calls for a dedicated unit to combat digital sex crimes and revelations involving entertainer Mickey Huang. Amendments to gender equality laws and enhancements to the ＂113＂ reporting mechanism have been implemented, with substantial fines for non-compliance. TVBS advocates for public awareness and action against sexual misconduct.

Presidential candidate of the Kuomintang (KMT), Hou Yu-ih, pledges to enforce strict sexual harassment prevention measures and demands ＂zero tolerance＂ on financial and sexual misconduct among officials if elected. He criticizes the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) for recent sexual scandals, mocking them as the ＂Peach Blossom Party.＂ Hou also emphasizes plans to empower women and reduce the burden of home care, proposing to increase the proportion of women in government and corporate decision-making to at least 30%. He highlights the need for expanded healthcare for women and children. In contrast, he points out that during DPP candidate Lai Ching-te’s tenure as Premier, women constituted only 20% of cabinet members, while former Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je’s ＂minority cabinet＂ had only a quarter of women. The 2024 presidential election will feature Hou, Lai, and Taiwan People’s Party’s (TPP) Ko, each having their policy presentation meetings. Each candidate had three turns to address their policies, with each speaking opportunity lasting for 10 minutes.

Taiwanese entertainer Aaron Yan has been cleared of charges related to sexual offenses, including secret photography and assault, according to the Shilin District Prosecutors Office. The allegations were made by internet celebrity Chiu Yao-le in June, leading to the suspension of Yan’s entertainment career and side business. Prosecutors found that Yan had shared private videos of Chiu with friends, a violation of the Child and Youth Sexual Exploitation Prevention Act. Yan will only be indicted on charges related to filming and possessing videos depicting the sexual conduct of a minor. The case is scheduled to be heard behind closed doors on December 21.

A multicultural festival celebrating ＂Migrants Day＂ will take place at the National Museum of Natural Science in Taichung City on December 10. The festival will feature performances, cultural experiences, and a prize drawing event. In an effort to educate immigrants about marriage management, rights in Taiwan, and the Domestic Violence Prevention Act, the National Immigration Agency’s Central Administration Corps organized a family education and legal advocacy event in Taichung on December 6. The event used creative presentations to help diverse couples recognize signs of physical and psychological abuse, stalking, and harassment. Hsieh Liang, chair of the Union of New Immigrants of Taichung City, served as a marriage educator, teaching communication skills and advising against tolerance for violence. Sung Hsin-hui, a violence prevention planner from the Taichung City Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Prevention Center, introduced the Domestic Violence Prevention Act and the Stalking and Harassment Prevention Act, as well as reporting procedures and shared case studies. The event provided valuable insights for A Chun, an immigrant from Japan, who gained a correct understanding of family violence and expressed relief that Taiwan’s legal system offers protection to victims. With Taiwan’s immigrant population growing, the NIA aims to foster unity among all ethnic groups and create a welcoming environment for new residents, promoting cultural integration.

Taiwan’s Legislature passed the amendments to the Act of Gender Equality in Employment and the Sexual Harassment Prevention Act on Monday (July 31).

Premier Chen Chien-jen reported on July 18 (Tuesday) on the ＂Prevention of Sexual Harassment＂ concerning the amendments to three gender equality laws at the Legislative Yuan (Parliament).

Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan’s different party caucuses reached an agreement Monday (June 12) to prioritize the amendment of the three sexual-gender equality acts before the end of July amid an increase in sexual harassment accusations in the political field, with numerous high-profile individuals being accused of sexual misconduct.