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The Best of the "Best of 2020" Lists The Best of the "Best of 2020" Lists
For a Better Life, Move to Taiwan: My Taiwanese American Story For a Better Life, Move to Taiwan: My Taiwanese American Story
Introducing Taiwan Mixed: An Aggregator for English-Language Taiwan News Introducing Taiwan Mixed: An Aggregator for English-Language Taiwan News
Taiwanese American Holiday Gift Guide: Shop small, shop early! Taiwanese American Holiday Gift Guide: Shop small, shop early!
Our Dad Invented the N95 Mask: Our Taiwanese American Story Our Dad Invented the N95 Mask: Our Taiwanese American Story

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Director Zero Chou on “Spider Lilies” and the Evolution of Taiwanese Queer Cinema

Zero Chou is the director of Spider Lilies, a compelling psychodrama released in 2007 that explores Taiwan’s online culture in the early 21st century. It remains influential to this day as one of the earliest queer films in Taiwan. Winner of the 2007 Teddy Award for Best/Gay Lesbian Feature Film,…

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[中英版] Another Perspective for Taiwanese America: Ensuring Taiwan’s Security 另外一個角度給台美人:保證臺灣的安全

Another Perspective for Taiwanese America: Ensuring Taiwan’s Security 另外一個角度給台美人:保證臺灣的安全 If you asked me to put money down on whether or not Donald Trump could point Taiwan out on a map, I would say you are out of your mind. However, if you asked me whether…

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[中英版] An Open Letter to the Taiwanese American Community: Securing Taiwan’s Democracy 給台美人的一封公開信：守護台灣民主

An Open Letter to the Taiwanese American Community: Securing Taiwan’s Democracy 給台美人的一封公開信：守護台灣民主 A strong United States is crucial for a more secure and democratic Taiwan. Contrary to popular perception among the first generation in the Taiwanese American…

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We've been hinting about this all week, but @tw.mi We've been hinting about this all week, but @tw.mixed goes live today! We were thrilled to hear about 'Taiwan Mixed,' a platform that aggregates English content on Taiwan from partners like @ketagalanmedia, @newbloommag, and yours truly. This is a stunning, volunteer-driven passion project-- we highly encouraging checking them out @tw.mixed (their website is linked to this post - click link in bio!). ⁠ ⁠ You can also hear from one of its founders, Salina Kuo, and ways to support on our website.⁠ ⁠ Visit Taiwan Mixed here (and in bio): taiwanmixed.org ⁠ ⁠ #taiwan #taiwaneseamerican #taiwanesenews #taiwannews #asianamerican
It’s HEREEEE! Shop SMALL and shop EARLY (especia It’s HEREEEE! Shop SMALL and shop EARLY (especially to use those Black Friday discount codes 👀) from #TaiwaneseAmerican small businesses, brands, and creators for all your holiday gift-giving needs! We couldn’t tag more than 20 users at a time, but if you see someone you nominated, let them know in the comments! We LOVED seeing you shout each other out ❤️ With your help, we’ve put together a huge gift guide with details about the shop owners, links to their websites, and IG handles. Full gift guide linked here and in bio: http://www.taiwaneseamerican.org/2020/11/taiwanese-american-holiday-gift-guide-shop-small-shop-early/ #taiwan #taiwaneseamerican #giftideas #giftguide #holidayseason #blackfriday #supportsmallbusiness #smallbusiness #shoplocal
ICYMI: In August, Taiwanese American reporter Step ICYMI: In August, Taiwanese American reporter Stephanie Lin @stephanielintv shared a video interview with #TaiwaneseCanadian Hollywood actor @chasetangofficial about his experiences with extreme depression and anxiety. Lin continues her research on mental health disparities in this Medium op-ed, combining anecdotes from Tang with newly published data on how communities of color have been disproportionally impacted. ⁠ ⁠ "We are witnessing now," she writes, "a mental health pandemic as well. Further loss of life is preventable." ⁠ ⁠ Her full Medium article, which includes several resources on mental health, is linked here and in bio: https://medium.com/@rovingreporter/covid-19-is-creating-a-mental-health-pandemic-38a1e0394896
Nominate a #TaiwaneseAmerican small business, bran Nominate a #TaiwaneseAmerican small business, brand, or creator to be a part of our holiday gift guide! Self nominations are very welcome: share your IG handles, etsy storefronts, or websites below or in our DMs. We'll consider highlighting services, but products/gift cards are preferred. ⁠ ⁠ Here's what's in our previews: ⁠ 01. @missmodi2018 handcrafted enamel jewelry⁠ 02. @formosachocolates fine chocolate bonbons⁠ 03. @ustwotea farm-to-cup Taiwanese loose leaf teas⁠ 04. @ilhacandles handcrafted soy candles⁠ 05. @projectformosa handmade scrunchies ⁠ ⁠ #taiwaneseamerican #giftguide #smallbusiness #shopsmallbusinesses #localbusiness #asianamerican
For Taiwanese Americans, this is a special exchang For Taiwanese Americans, this is a special exchange indeed. @tsai_ingwen @joebiden
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The Taiwanese American Film Festival @tafilmfestiv The Taiwanese American Film Festival @tafilmfestival begins now. TaiwaneseAmerican.org @taiwaneseam_org is pleased to be a community partner for the 4th year! Shorts blocks start streaming at 2pm & 4pm PT with Q&A’s after. Keynote by @mslynnchen & closing feature SYNAPSES at 7pm PT. Get online tix at https://taff.la #taff2020 #taiwanese #taiwaneseamerican #filmfestival #lifeTA #asianamerican
A global pandemic may have paused in-person film f A global pandemic may have paused in-person film festivals and gatherings in America, but that hasn't stopped organizers from creating virtual film festivals accessible to a wider audience. For your convenience, we've gathered highlights and provided some links to guide your way to all these Taiwanese & Taiwanese American films, streaming virtually for a limited time. ⁠ ⁠ Browse through and discover some amazing stories and award-winning films. Then, grab your popcorn (chicken) and bubble tea, and enjoy the show in the comfort of your own home!⁠ ⁠ Linked here and in bio: http://www.taiwaneseamerican.org/2020/10/ta-film-festival-guide-2020/⁠ ⁠ #filmfestival #filmfest #virtualevents #taiwanese #taiwaneseamerican #taiwaneseamericanfilmfestival #taiwaneseamericanfilmfest #taff
Fascinated by this writeup from a few weeks ago on Fascinated by this writeup from a few weeks ago on @digitalminister Audrey Tang’s segment from #wired25 — in Taiwan, compassion and innovative competence drove a pandemic management strategy that was able to keep even nightclubs open out of social and economic concern. “[Putting] everyone on the same team,” recaps Megan Molteni, “[strengthens] the social fabric of the pandemic response rather than fraying it further.” Read this @wired piece, linked here and in bio: https://www.wired.com/story/wired25-day3-audrey-tang-taiwan/
We are so excited to Co-Present TAIWANESE CHA CHA We are so excited to Co-Present TAIWANESE CHA CHA CHA as part of the GLOBAL SNAPSHOTS program at #CAAMFestFORWARD, celebrating the future of Asian American film, music, and food October 14-18, 2020, presented by @CAAMedia. This short comedic film is a thoughtful, entertaining commentary on Taiwanese language barriers between generations in Taiwan. Be sure to also watch the fun Q&A hosted by @gracehwanglynch with filmmaker Judie Yang! Tickets and info here: http://caamfest.com Revisit our interview with Yang: http://www.taiwaneseamerican.org/2020/06/taiwanese-cha-cha-cha-film-festival/
Surprise, Jasmine Green Tea is back and now availa Surprise, Jasmine Green Tea is back and now available for purchase! We're excited to see @ilhacandles bring back the custom scent they launched earlier this year in collaboration with @TaiwaneseAm_org. This was a huge hit when it first released, so we’re thrilled to see this bright and delightful scent back in stock. ⁠ ⁠ With each purchase of a Jasmine Green Tea candle, ILHA Candles will continue to donate 10% of net proceeds to @TaiwaneseAm_org, our organization that connects and represents the diverse experiences of the next generation of the Taiwanese American community. ⁠ ⁠ Shop ILHA candles, linked here and in bio: https://www.ilhacandles.com/⁠ ⁠ #shopsmallbusiness #shopsmall #taiwaneseamerican #ilhacandles #womenownedbusiness #candles #soycandles #handmade #handpoured #scentedcandles #homedecor #smallbatch #shopsmall #shoplocal #femaleowned #womanowned #madeinqueens #longislandcity #lic #licqueens #liclocal #queensmaker #fallcandles #candleseason
Weekend prep: defrosting barbecue meat and coordin Weekend prep: defrosting barbecue meat and coordinating contactless mooncake dropoffs to loved ones. Happy #midautumnfestival from our family to yours. Wishing you all the opportunity to find joy and connection in new, meaningful ways.
Taiwanese and Taiwanese Americans living in the US Taiwanese and Taiwanese Americans living in the US: tomorrow, September 30, is the LAST day to complete or amend the 2020 United States Census. The census counts ALL residents, regardless of citizenship status (which they won’t ask!). That includes international students! We encourage all who identify as Taiwanese to state this when declaring race/ethnicity by checking “Other Asian” and writing in “Taiwanese.” The census only occurs every ten years but is VITAL to community representation, resource allocation, and data integrity. This is who we are. Final stretch, friends: make it count! Complete or amend the census, linked here and in bio: my2020census.gov
*CORRECTED DATE* We know it's only Monday, but we *CORRECTED DATE* We know it's only Monday, but we've got something exciting for your weekend plans. Join Asian Pop-Up Cinema and the Taiwanese American Chamber of Commerce of Greater Chicago for a FREE streaming of indigenous Taiwanese film "Pakeriran" (巴克力藍的夏天) this Saturday, October 3. Synopsis: Old people in the tribe have said: "If you can swim to Pakeriran, you are a man of the tribe. If you can swim around Pakeriran a circle, you are a warrior of the tribe..." Futing, who returns to the tribe on vacation, is suddenly told to replace his grandfather to participate in Sacepo' (sea festival). However, as it’s already difficult for Futing to speak his own mother tongue, how could he catch fish in the sea? Just when he is about to escape, he meets Lisin, a lovely girl who stays in the tribe to work in exchange for board and lodging. Her eyes are full of admiration immediately when she hears that Futing is going to participate in the sea festival. In order to win the hearts of Lisin, Futing tries his best to learn how to fish in the sea… Join the guest list here (and linked in bio): https://www.tickettailor.com/events/asianpopupcinema/416127#
#TaiwaneseAmerican Peter Tsai has been in the news #TaiwaneseAmerican Peter Tsai has been in the news a lot lately as “the man behind the mask.” ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ “The retired inventor of N95 masks is back at work to fight Covid-19,” reads a Washington Post headline; “scientist-inventor a humble national hero,” another news agency chirps. But the depth and vibrance of Tsai’s living legacy is best known by his two daughters, who have not only borne witness to the N95 mask’s far-reaching impact during a global pandemic, but to its long development process as well, conducted in tandem with Tsai’s extraordinary devotion to his family. We’re honored to share this special perspective on an international hero, “the dad behind the mask.” ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Linked here and in bio: http://taiwaneseamerican.org/2020/09/peter-tsai-n95-inventor
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Founded in 2006, TaiwaneseAmerican.org is a web portal site highlighting many of the interesting people, events and organizations that make up Taiwanese America. It is both a volunteer-driven website and a non-profit organization that intends to connect and promote those who identify with the Taiwanese identity, heritage, or culture. By establishing our niche within the broader Asian Pacific American and mainstream communities, we hope to collectively contribute to the wonderful and diverse mosaic that America represents.

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