My name is Christina Hu, and I am a Taiwanese American. In 2019, I signed on to lead the Write In Taiwanese campaign for the 2020 Census [on behalf of] the Taiwanese American Citizens League. The pandemic had changed many of our pre planned events, but I have never felt more committed to the goals
My Signature Represents Me: Writing in ‘Taiwanese’ on the United States Census
May 29th, 2020Celebrating Taiwanese American Heritage Week
May 16th, 2020During Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in May, Taiwanese American Heritage Week is celebrated during the 3rd week of the month. This year, in honor of Taiwanese American Heritage Week, members of the TACL National Board are sharing a story of either growing up Taiwanese American, of Taiwan, or of both. We’d also love to
Update: TACL Supporting Taiwan Inclusion in WHO
May 11th, 2020In the midst of the ongoing COVID-19 global pandemic, the Taiwanese American Citizens League (TACL) reiterates our support for Taiwan’s meaningful participation in the World Health Organization (WHO). This support has been echoed by leaders all over the world, with more joining the chorus every week. The absence of Taiwan from the WHO prevents Taiwan
TACL COVID-19 Statement
April 29th, 2020The past couple of months have been extremely challenging for the world, our country, our communities, and each one of us. We have been impacted by the global COVID-19 epidemic in ways we could never have imagined, from losing jobs and income to losing friends and loved ones who have succumbed to the virus. Yet
Convention Recap: “Make It Count” in Atlanta
February 24th, 2020Last month, the TACL National Convention was held in Atlanta, GA. Hosted by TAP-Atlanta, the convention attracted over 80 board members from across the nation to converge in a weekend of bonding and learning. The theme of the convention was “Make It Count” with a focus on the 2020 US Census and the Write-In Taiwanese
Spotlight: Meet Our New Board Member
February 24th, 2020In 2020, we gained a new board member. Meet him below! Yu Jiang Tham Position: Director, Entrepreneurship Challenge Bio: Throughout his formative years, Yu Jiang bounced up and down the coast of California. After he got his degree in Electrical Engineering at UCLA, he spent some time back at his hometown in San Diego testing
TACL Supports Taiwan’s Inclusion in WHO
February 1st, 2020With the World Health Organization’s (WHO) declaration of a global health emergency due to the recent outbreak of the novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV), the Taiwanese American Citizens League (TACL) reiterates our support for Taiwan’s participation in the WHO. This support is echoed by leaders in Japan and Canada. The absence of Taiwan from the WHO meetings
Event Spotlight: TAP-DC Wreaths Across America
December 24th, 2019By: David Chang, TAP-DC Community & Citizenship Chair Last week, members of TAP-DC braved the cold rain and gathered at Arlington National Cemetery to take part in Wreaths Across America. We joined thousands of other volunteers to place Christmas wreaths in honor of service members buried at the cemetery and to remember Taiwanese American Sgt.
Event Spotlight: TAP-OC is Proud to be Taiwanese at the Irvine Global Village Festival
October 18th, 2019We were amazed by how much love there was for Taiwan in our community at the Irvine Global Village Festival! Thousands of people attend this festival each year, which celebrates different cultures and their cuisine and art for people of all ages. TAP-OC had a booth in the Cultural Exhibits. Our
Event Spotlight: TAP-OC x TEAM TAIWAN is More Than Pink!
October 18th, 2019Amongst the sea of pink in Newport Beach of Orange County, TAP-OC joined Team Taiwan and helped fill the streets of Newport on the morning of September 22nd. Both current and alumni board members from our fellow neighbors in TAP-LA also came to OC to show support! Together, we completed the Susan G Komen More