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April 2024

Upcoming Events Join TAP-Boston for some fun events this Spring: April 10th: TAP Boston Board Virtual Info Session #1 April 14th: TAP Boston Board Virtual Info Session #2 April 21st: Homebuying & Renting 101 May 4th: Newton Taiwan Day May 18th: AAPI 5K Other Events: April 12th: TACL Mental Health Initiative Survey deadline April 13th: Big Fight Little Chinatown Film Screening April 13th: UNSEEN Film Screening April 25th: OneSong Concert April 26th: TACL Cookbook submission deadline April 30th: TACL Go Out to Vote Design Contest deadline May 18th: New England Hong Kong Festival June 15th: Boston Chinatown Taiwan Night Market June 17-28th: Mosaic Taiwan 2024 Join the TAP Boston Board Join the TAP Boston Board! Are you looking to give back to the Taiwanese American community, gain leadership and teamwork experience, and make new friends? Then look no further, the TAP Boston Board is a great fit for you.   Apply today with our Application Link and view open Board Positions Descriptions. Applications are due by Friday, April 26th at 11:59pm ET.    Attend one of our upcoming virtual information sessions to learn more about what positions are available, what being on board is like, and our application process. Info Session #1 - April 10th 7-8pm ET - RSVP on Zeffy Info Session #2 - April 14th 1-2pm ET - RSVP on Zeffy Both sessions are virtual and a Zoom link will be provided to registered attendees. If you have any questions, please contact info@tap-boston.org. Events Homebuying & Renting 101 April 21st, 2024 2 PM - 4 PM Compass, 126 Newbury St. Boston, MA, 02116   TAP-Boston is excited to collaborate with Andrew Lin for a FREE home buying and renting workshop. He will be sharing insights on the topics, followed by an opportunity for attendees to ask questions. Afterwards, there will be a networking session where participants can engage with Andrew and each other. Taiwanese snacks will be available on a first-come first-serve basis. Please RSVP on Zeffy; we hope to see everyone there. For more information, please check out Andrew's linktree. Please reach out to info@tap-boston.org for any questions.   Newton Taiwan Day May 4th, 2024 11 AM - 3 PM  90 Lincoln St. Newton Highlands, MA 02461 Facebook Event Come join us on Saturday, May 4th for the annual Newton Taiwan Day Festival with 2000+ party-goers!  TAP Boston will have a booth, so make sure to stop by! The event provides a venue to share #Taiwanese culture and cuisine with the public. Whether you are Taiwanese or not, there is surely something fun for everyone with our performances and tapas-style food items. #Entertainment + #food + #crowd = a good afternoon! This year Newton Taiwan Day also features a special performance by 十鼓擊樂團 Tendrum Art Percussion Group, a renowned performance group from Taiwan. With the jolly #music in the background, there will be 50+ booths offering non-alcoholic beverages, #nightmarket food/appetizers/snacks, Taiwanese holiday food items, desserts, and games. There will be plenty of #vegetarian & vegan options as well. Come early to start the party with us!  Supported by 僑委會波士頓僑教中心 OCAC in Boston Taiwan in Boston Boston Road Runners AAPI 5K May 18th, 2024 Metropolitan District Commission Rest (Carson Beach), South Boston Register HERE TAP Boston is excited to be an Official Charity Partner of the Boston AAPI 5K!  Donate to TAP Boston: https://raceroster.com/events/2024/76132/2024-boston-aapi-5k/fundraising-organization/53341 Calling all runners and walkers - Join us on May 18th to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.  The Boston AAPI 5K will highlight the vibrant Asian American community and organizations that work year-round to create a safe and welcoming space. The event will fundraise for incredible AAPI non-profits. This event is open to all. Participants can run, walk, or even partake virtually. Register today for early bird discounts!  Help us reach our goal of $2,000: When you register, you can also make a donation to support TAP Boston. Your gift will go towards allowing us to continue to celebrate and highlight Taiwanese American culture through programming, mentorship, and much more. We greatly appreciate any gift you are able to make.  Facebook Event Events Around Boston TACL Mental Health & Well-being Survey Submit form here by April 12th This year, TACL is working on more ways to support our members, especially when it comes to mental health and well-being. Many of our members have shared that these topics aren't talked about enough within the Asian American community, so we want to create a safe space to explore these topics and share resources. We'd love to know what would be most helpful to you by April 12th. Big FIght in Little Chinatown Film Screening April 13th @ 1PM Bright Family Screening Room (BFSR) 559 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111 Trailer Tickets More info here Big Fight in Little Chinatown is a story of community resistance and resilience. Set against the backdrop of the COVID pandemic and an unprecedented rise in anti-Asian racism, the documentary takes us into the lives of residents, businesses and community organizers whose neighborhoods are facing active erasure. All across the globe, Chinatowns are under threat of disappearing – and along with them, the rich history of a community who fought from the margins for a place to belong. Big Fight in Little Chinatown will document the collective fight to save Chinatowns across North America. 1 hr 28 min English Subtitles (when Mandarin spoken) UNSEEN Film Screening April 13th @ 4PM Bright Family Screening Room (BFSR) 559 Washington St, Boston, MA 02111 Trailer Tickets (Free) More info here Most people dream of a better future. Pedro, an aspiring social worker, is no different. But as a blind, undocumented immigrant, Pedro faces political restrictions to obtain his college degree, secure a job as a health care provider, and support his family. As he finally graduates, uncertainty looms over Pedro. What starts as a journey to provide mental health for his community ultimately transforms into Pedro’s path towards his own healing. Through experimental cinematography and sound, unseen reimagines a cinema accessible for blind/low vision audiences, while exploring the intersections of immigration, disability, and mental health. 1 hr 42 min In English and Spanish, open captions, American Sign Language interpretation following the screening OneSong Orchestra Shining Taiwanese music internationally April 25th @ 7PM (Open 6:20) Church of the Covenant Boston  (67 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116) Sign up here Website FB Instagram OneSong Orchestra officially launched a larger goal "The World's Top Ten Concert Hall Performance Plan" in June 2024. Looking forward to bringing Taiwanese classic music to internationally famous Concert Hall, and sharing Taiwan music and culture with audiences around the word. OneSong Orchestra is about to embark a performing tour on East Coast of the US  and Canada in April this year. There are 6 concerts will be held in Seattle, Vancouver, Houston, Boston and NewYork. In addition to Taiwanese classic music such as 《Grasshopper Playing Tricks on a Rooster》《The Moon Represents My Heart》, American classic songs will also be performed such as《We are the world》《Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree》. These songs have moved the world for long time since they are so familar and meaningful！ We hope that through such performances, not only the overseas Taiwanese in North America can soothe their longing for Taiwan, but also more international friends can touch the beauty of Taiwanese music. If you have any questions, please reach out to george@huangs.com.tw or onesongorchestra@onesong.com.tw TACL Taiwanese American Virtual Cookbook Submit form here by April 26th at 11:59PM Do you have a famous taiwanese dish recipe you like to share? What Taiwanese American food that you crave that you can make for your guests? Well now is the time to share our favorite food/dessert/drinks that our members love to make and share amongst their friends! TACL is leading a virtual cookbook drive where we are asking our TA community to share their favorite easy to make dish with everyone! Please fill out the form with the following categories and how you make the dish.  Bonus points if you have a picture of how you make this work of art dish! Take this opportunity to share and show off your amazing dish! TACL Get Out the Vote Design Contest Please submit your TACL 2024 Get Out the Vote (GOTV) design here by April 30, 2024 to be considered.   Design Contest Guidelines: The GOTV design / logo should be something that can be printed on a t-shirt, sticker, hat, etc. You may refer to the 2020 TACL census campaign design for inspiration: https://www.bonfire.com/i-am-apparel-1/.  There are no required colors or phrases to include, but we recommend an eye-catching design with simple phrases such as: "I'm a Taiwanese American voter" / "Taiwanese American Voters Matter". Your design should not contain partisan messages, dates/years, or hand-drawn elements.  Your design can be uploaded in any file format; only the winning design will eventually need to be vectorized.  Multiple submissions per person are allowed, but please submit a new form for each design.  The prize for the design contest will be a $300 grant for your TAP/TACL program (of your choice) to host a GOTV event.  The winner will be notified via email by May 15, 2024, and the winning submission will be featured on TACL GOTV materials, social media, and swag.  Please reach out to sarah.lin@tacl.org with any questions.  New England Hong Kong Festival May 18th, 2024 4-8 pm Union Square Plaza: 90 Union Square, Somerville, MA 02143 The New England Hong Kong Festival is a community-run festival organized by a group of passionate Hongkongers living in New England, in partnership with the City of Somerville, Somerville Arts Council, and SomerViva. Our goal is to bring the Hongkonger community together and celebrate Hong Kong culture through a day filled with performances, delicious food, and enjoyable games and activities. We aspire to create a space where everyone can connect, learn more about our community and culture, and especially those with ties to Hong Kong can feel a sense of belonging and home. We are excited to launch our inaugural festival at Union Square Plaza on May 18, 2024 (Rain Date: May 19, 2024) during AAPI Heritage Month, and we are deeply honored to be part of the vibrant mosaic of AAPI communities in New England! We are seeking regular vendors for Hong Kong Fest! We welcome a variety of offerings, including crafts, merchandise, games, cultural activities, demonstrations, and info booths. Whether you're a small business, an artist, a college group, or a community non-profit, you are invited to apply! You don't need to be from Hong Kong or identify as a Hongkonger to apply! As long as your offerings relate to Hong Kong or Asian culture, that would be great! Sponsorship Opportunities Connect with TAP Boston Shop TAP-BOS Merch: here Join TAP-Boston's LinkedIn Group! Join TAP-Boston's Discord community! Help Support the Community Taiwan Necklace Order Form   The Taiwan necklace is back by popular demand! The classic design of a simple outline matches everything and every occasion. The necklace sells for $35 and includes pendant and chain. Please fill out the form if you would like to order your necklace(s) before we sell out.  Your email address will only be used for communicating updates regarding your order. Net proceeds from your order will go towards future TACL initiatives and conventions that support our national community.   Supporting Boston Chinatown Pao Arts Center:  Love Letters to Boston Chinatown / 給波士頓唐人 街的情書 Restaurants City of Boston: Supporting Boston  TAP-Boston: Taiwanese Restaurants/Small Businesses Yelp: Best Taiwanese Food near Chinatown, Boston, MA Rice Sticks and Tea COVID-19 Support   During the COVID-19 crisis, Rice Sticks and Tea continues to serve its approximately 100 low-income households each month, meeting a critical need. To help Rice Sticks and Tea to continue the efforts, please consider donating online at https://ricesticksandtea.org/donate/.  Partnerships Boba Origin Get your very own Boba swag! We've partnered with Boba Origin to get 5% off select Boba merch!  Use the code "TAP-BOSTON" at checkout!  i-Taiwan Window    The i-Taiwan Window is an online platform of the Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC), which is meant to offer overseas compatriots who want to seek opportunities in Taiwan, congenial services and integral information. Contact OCAC by filling out this form! Special Thanks to Our Sponsors

March 2024

Upcoming Events Join TAP-Boston for some fun events this Spring: March 9th: Cradles to Crayons March 20th: Fireside Chat with Taiwanese American Women Leaders March 30th: Qiao Lin Hot Pot Lunch May 18th: AAPI 5K Other Events: May 18th: New England Hong Kong Festival June 17-28th: Mosaic Taiwan 2024 Join the TAP Boston Board Join the TAP Boston Board! Are you looking to give back to the Taiwanese American community, gain leadership and teamwork experience, and make new friends? Then look no further, the TAP Boston Board is a great fit for you. Attend one of our upcoming virtual information sessions to learn more about what positions are available, what being on board is like, and our application process. Info Session #1 - April 10th 7-8pm ET - RSVP on Zeffy Info Session #2 - April 14th 1-2pm ET - RSVP on Zeffy Both sessions are virtual and a Zoom link will be provided to registered attendees. Applications will be available in early April, so stay tuned for more details! If you have any questions, please contact info@tap-boston.org. Events Cradles to Crayons Volunteering March 9th, 2024 1 - 3 PM 281 Newtonville Ave, Newtonville, MA 02460 Register HERE We are looking forward to continuing our tradition of volunteering at Cradles to Crayons. Please kindly arrive 15-20 minutes before the start time so that a TAP-Boston Board Member can assist with the check-in process. If you are unable to make it, please reach out to info@tap-boston.org so we can cancel your spot. For more information, please email info@tap-boston.org Fireside Chat with Taiwanese American Women Leaders March 20th, 2024 6-7 pm PST Register HERE Please join TACL on Wednesday 3/20 from 6-7pm Pacific Time for a virtual fireside chat. Listen and engage with our speakers, who are Taiwanese American Women Leaders in their community, about their experiences and advice on navigating the intersection of their identities. Link to the event will be sent to those who RSVP. We look forward to being in conversation with you!  TAP-Boston Lunch at Qiao Lin Hot Pot March 30th, 2024 11 AM - 1 PM Qiao Lin Hot Pot 396 Cambridge St, Boston, MA 02134 Register HERE Please join TAP-Boston for lunch at Qiao Lin Hot Pot at 11:30am. Please arrive at 11:00am to secure a parking spot (if applicable) and our table. If you will be late or you cannot make it, please reach out to Sophie at sophie.lee@tap-boston.org for cancellation and refund.  Boston Road Runners AAPI 5K May 18th, 2024 Metropolitan District Commission Rest (Carson Beach), South Boston Register HERE TAP Boston is excited to be an Official Charity Partner of the Boston AAPI 5K!  Donate to TAP Boston: https://raceroster.com/events/2024/76132/2024-boston-aapi-5k/fundraising-organization/53341 Calling all runners and walkers - Join us on May 18th to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.  The Boston AAPI 5K will highlight the vibrant Asian American community and organizations that work year-round to create a safe and welcoming space. The event will fundraise for incredible AAPI non-profits. This event is open to all. Participants can run, walk, or even partake virtually. Register today for early bird discounts!  Help us reach our goal of $2,000: When you register, you can also make a donation to support TAP Boston. Your gift will go towards allowing us to continue to celebrate and highlight Taiwanese American culture through programming, mentorship, and much more. We greatly appreciate any gift you are able to make.  Facebook Event Events Around Boston The Asian Business Empowerment Council is conducting focus groups as part of our AAPI-owned businesses of MA research study (we published a research brief last year and are currently collecting our own data). Our online survey provided us with really important insights and we'd like to hold space for AAPI businesses to add context and depth. As a participant, you will be asked about your experience as an AAPI-owned business in Massachusetts in the last few years and any opportunities or challenges that you attribute to being an AAPI-owned business.  Please email qj.shi@tbf.org to sign up for one of the following listening sessions. 3/2/2024 - Saturday - 11am - 1pm India Society of Worcester - 152 Main St, Shrewsbury, MA 01545 Lunch provided 3/4/2024 - Monday - 2-4pm Harvard Ed Portal - 224 Western Ave, Boston, MA 02134    Afternoon refreshments provided 3/6/2024 - Wednesday - 8am - 10am       VietAid - 42 Charles St, Boston, MA 02122      Breakfast Provided 3/12/2024 - Tuesday - 1pm - 3pm CIC Cambridge at Kendall Square - 1 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02142 Lunch provided New England Hong Kong Festival May 18th, 2024 4-8 pm Union Square Plaza: 90 Union Square, Somerville, MA 02143 The New England Hong Kong Festival is a community-run festival organized by a group of passionate Hongkongers living in New England, in partnership with the City of Somerville, Somerville Arts Council, and SomerViva. Our goal is to bring the Hongkonger community together and celebrate Hong Kong culture through a day filled with performances, delicious food, and enjoyable games and activities. We aspire to create a space where everyone can connect, learn more about our community and culture, and especially those with ties to Hong Kong can feel a sense of belonging and home. We are excited to launch our inaugural festival at Union Square Plaza on May 18, 2024 (Rain Date: May 19, 2024) during AAPI Heritage Month, and we are deeply honored to be part of the vibrant mosaic of AAPI communities in New England! We are seeking regular vendors for Hong Kong Fest! We welcome a variety of offerings, including crafts, merchandise, games, cultural activities, demonstrations, and info booths. Whether you're a small business, an artist, a college group, or a community non-profit, you are invited to apply! You don't need to be from Hong Kong or identify as a Hongkonger to apply! As long as your offerings relate to Hong Kong or Asian culture, that would be great! Sponsorship Opportunities The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of the Republic of China (Taiwan) recently announced the 2024 Mosaic Taiwan Program. This 12-day program, which will run from June 17-28, provides U.S. and Canadian students and young professionals with an excellent opportunity to explore Taiwan through workshops, lectures, historic site visits, and extensive cultural activities. Travel and living arrangements in Taiwan will be provided by MOFA, and applications are currently being accepted at Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New York through March 8, 2024. Please send the completed application form and required documents to Ivana Tsai at yhtsai@mofa.gov.tw   Eligibility U.S. and Canadian citizens between the ages of 20 and 35. No prior travel sponsored by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) government. Active interest in public affairs, politics, government, and international affairs. *Please note that our office only accepts applications from U.S. and Canadian citizens residing in the states of Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Required documents Application form Brief bio and CV Minimum of 2 recommendation letters Academic transcript Essay (i.e. reason for applying or topic of relevance to Taiwan) Award certificate(s) (if any) Successful applicants will need to provide a medical certificate before traveling. Mosaic_Taiwan_2024 Introduction (pdf) Mosaic_Taiwan_2024 Application Form(pdf) For more information, please visit the Mosaic Taiwan Facebook Page. Connect with TAP Boston Shop TAP-BOS Merch: here Join TAP-Boston's LinkedIn Group! Join TAP-Boston's Discord community! Help Support the Community Taiwan Necklace Order Form   The Taiwan necklace is back by popular demand! The classic design of a simple outline matches everything and every occasion. The necklace sells for $35 and includes pendant and chain. Please fill out the form if you would like to order your necklace(s) before we sell out.  Your email address will only be used for communicating updates regarding your order. Net proceeds from your order will go towards future TACL initiatives and conventions that support our national community.   Supporting Boston Chinatown Pao Arts Center:  Love Letters to Boston Chinatown / 給波士頓唐人 街的情書 Restaurants City of Boston: Supporting Boston  TAP-Boston: Taiwanese Restaurants/Small Businesses Yelp: Best Taiwanese Food near Chinatown, Boston, MA Rice Sticks and Tea COVID-19 Support   During the COVID-19 crisis, Rice Sticks and Tea continues to serve its approximately 100 low-income households each month, meeting a critical need. To help Rice Sticks and Tea to continue the efforts, please consider donating online at https://ricesticksandtea.org/donate/.  Partnerships Boba Origin Get your very own Boba swag! We've partnered with Boba Origin to get 5% off select Boba merch!  Use the code "TAP-BOSTON" at checkout!  i-Taiwan Window    The i-Taiwan Window is an online platform of the Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC), which is meant to offer overseas compatriots who want to seek opportunities in Taiwan, congenial services and integral information. Contact OCAC by filling out this form!

The AWFH Team is excited to invite you to our upcoming February Lunch & Learn: Eating Disorders & Ways to Overcome. We hope you will join us at this virtual workshop!  Date: Friday, February 23, 2024 (1:00PM-2:00PM EST)   Register HERE: awfh.org/EatingDisorders It's estimated that 1 in 10 people will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime, affecting people of every age, race, size, gender, sexual orientation, and ability. Yet, 90% will not get the tailored care they deserve. Join us on Friday, February 23 from 1-2pm EST as we provide a trauma-informed, holistic, and culturally sensitive workshop to shatter the stereotypes of what eating disorders "look like." Asian Women for Health is partnering with Arise and Anise Health to discuss the complexities and nuances that come with body positivity, food access, nutrition, identity, culture, and health. We are excited to welcome out expert speakers, Dr. Sehrish Ali and Mia Donely to lead this workshop and create a safe space for our community to discuss and ask questions! Event Details Date: Friday, February 23, 2024 Time: 1:00PM - 2:00PM  Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87615934281?pwd=U3ZZdHh1TGFyeWthV01JQ3FqNUtsQT09 We also hosted our January Lunch & Learn recently and for those of you interested in learning about all things Health Insurance & You, please Click Here! If you have any questions or require further information, please feel free to reach out to our event support team at pchen@asianwomenforhealth.org  We are looking forward to seeing you there! Best Regards,  Pin-Hsuan Chen (she/her) Communications Coordinator   To learn more about Asian Women for Health visit: https://www.asianwomenforhealth.org/

2024 NAAAP DEI Symposium Registration for the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Symposium in Dallas, Texas, is live!   We’re taking two steps towards tomorrow.  Date & Time: February 23rd at 8:00AM Location: Omni Dallas Hotel Our DEI Symposium will feature inspiring keynotes, interactive dialogue circles, and engaging panelists encouraging thought-provoking discussions. Connect with other growth-oriented professionals and share insights on how we foster a culture of belonging. Register Now

Dear Friends, This is a defining moment for AAPI leadership and visibility. As the first and only philanthropic fund in Massachusetts dedicated to uplifting the Asian American and Pacific Islander community and unifying our diverse ethnicities, the Asian Community Fund (ACF) plays a vital role in amplifying AAPI nonprofits, businesses, and residents. We are excited to share with you our new Impact Video, which highlights ACF’s progress in mobilizing and strengthening the AAPI community.   Watch the ACF Impact Video Please consider making a contribution to the Asian Community Fund. Your gift will accelerate this momentum and help galvanize our collective voice and strength. This holiday season, we also ask that you support AAPI-owned businesses in Massachusetts. We encourage you to check out the Asian Business Empowerment Council's first #shopAAPI holiday shopping guide - a perfect way to discover unique gifts and treats crafted locally. Here at the Asian Community Fund, we envision a future where all AAPI residents have the opportunity to build social, economic, political, and cultural capital. Join us in building and sustaining this movement. Together, we can ensure that all AAPI communities are seen, heard, and treasured. Sincerely, Paul W. Lee Founder and Chair Danielle Kim Executive Director P.S. Your support will power a brighter future for the AAPI community across Massachusetts. Every gift counts. Please give to the Asian Community Fund today.

Dear QARI Friends and Supporters, We are excited to launch our first annual fundraising campaign this giving season: “Growing Together With QARI”! QARI is an organization by immigrants, for immigrants, and we strive to support our communities in every way possible. Our programs across Massachusetts, Rhode Island and New York City bring health access, social services, economic development and other services to everyone who needs them. 2023 has been a busy and exciting time here at QARI. Our Massachusetts team has helped almost 4,000 community residents to access different social services, while our New York team has helped distribute around 32,000 lbs of fresh produce to migrant students and their families. Over at Wutabon, our workforce initiative, we have expanded to provide 20 English and Citizenship classes every week across all of our employer partner sites. With your generous support, we can continue to improve the QARI programs you know and trust. Donate here today, and keep an eye out for more fundraising news here and on our social media! Thank you all once again for supporting QARI - we could not do this work without you. Sincerely, Philip Chong President & CEO QARI | Wutabon