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MOL urges anti-harassment vigilance at year-end parties
Taipei Ministry of Labor warns employers to be vigilant for sexual harassment during year-end parties. Employers must prevent workplace harassment and take immediate remedial action. The Gender Equality in Employment Act applies if an employee experiences harassment at a gathering hosted by the employer. Employers are responsible for preventing harassment, even if no formal complaint is made. Reminding staff about professional boundaries is advised.2024/01/04 16:02 -
Resignations rise as Taiwan faces caregiving challenges
Taiwan faces a critical labor shortage, compounded by an increasing need for family caregiving, especially for dementia patients. The situation challenges the existing workforce and highlights the need for better caregiving infrastructure and supportive legal frameworks.2023/11/30 19:47 -
Legislature passes amendments to two gender equality laws
Taiwan’s Legislature passed the amendments to the Act of Gender Equality in Employment and the Sexual Harassment Prevention Act on Monday (July 31).2023/07/31 18:36 -
Gender equality laws set to be amended in response to #MeToo
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.2023/06/12 18:54