Q: Is TACL a political organization?

A: TACL is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization and fully adheres to the regulations of non-partisanship.  We are a politically neutral organization.  Regarding TACL's stance on Taiwan's status as a nation, TACL fully acknowledges the current status of Taiwan as a sovereign and independent nation.  We believe in self-determination and the furthering of Democracy for Taiwan and all people of the world.  However, TACL's programs focus is primarily on the community of Taiwanese Americans in the United States. 

Q: Where does TACL get its funding from?

A: TACL fundraises its own operating budget from events, and the support of businesses, foundations, other non-profits, schools, and individuals.

Q: How do I become involved with TACL?

A: TACL officers serve two year terms, and staff are recruited on a rolling basis.  All TACL officers serve as unpaid volunteers.  Involvement can range from being a coordinator or volunteer for a program such as an internship, or camp, to organizing an event.  Contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if interested.  For TAP, approach an officer at an event or contact us for more information about volunteering.  Go here for info on becoming a member or joining on TAP staff: http://tacl.org/classic/tap/get_involved.htm

A: TACL is to benefit all Taiwanese Americans regardless of age.  However, the majority of the programming has been aimed at the young generation.  For TAP, it is aimed to specifically benefit young professionals.  Their typical age range is 20s to mid 30s.  However, there are no set age restrictions.  For LID and LYF camps, the age range is from 13 -21.  The Journalism Internship is aimed at high school students.  Political and Entertainment Internship is for college students.  The scholarships are awarded to graduating high school seniors. 

Q: Is TACL only for second generation Taiwanese Americans?

A: TACL welcomes all interested members including international professionals living in the US and recent immigrants to become active with TACL and attend our events.

Q: Do I have to be "Taiwanese" or identify myself as "Taiwanese" to become involved with TACL or attend TACL's events?

A:  TACL welcomes all attendees of every identity, race, ethnicity, national origin, and political belief. Having an interest in Taiwan is the one thing attendees and volunteers may have in common, and we do not discriminate.