gender equity 結果共6筆

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.

The National Students’ Union of Taiwan protested at the Ministry of Education, accusing it of failing to implement a policy for free menstrual products. The Ministry pledged NT$200 million annually, but many universities report not receiving funds.

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 how the Taiwan Gender Equity Education Association responded to actor Sunny Wang’s use of a discriminatory term during a movie promotion, emphasizing the importance of inclusive language.

Taiwanese drag star Nymphia Wind, winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 16, dazzles fans in Taipei and champions democracy and gender equity while celebrating Taiwanese heritage.

Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) vice presidential candidate Hsiao Bi-khim attended an educational discussion in Taipei, where she shared plans for the National Project of Hope. The project aims to address issues of ’inverse distribution’ in education, particularly the financial burden on underprivileged children attending private universities. Hsiao emphasized the importance of nurturing global citizenry among children and connecting them to the world through digital tools. She also stressed the need for a friendly learning environment, anti-bullying initiatives, drug education, gender equality teachings, and addressing security concerns within campuses. Hsiao proposed creating a friendly environment for socio-economically disadvantaged students, reflecting Taiwan’s diversity and inclusivity. She called for the elevation of the quality of special education, advancement of higher education and vocational development, and a change in public perception about it. Hsiao suggested that private universities provide tuition assistance to alleviate the financial burden on poorer students. In terms of foreign affairs, she highlighted her efforts to sign an educational Memorandum of Understanding while stationed in the U.S., offering scholarship opportunities and encouraging Americans to learn Mandarin and visit Taiwan for Taiwan’s global integration.