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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.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. 

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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

  1. U.S. and Canadian citizens between the ages of 20 and 35.
  2. No prior travel sponsored by the R.O.C. (Taiwan) government.
  3. 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

  1. Application form
  2. Brief bio and CV
  3. Minimum of 2 recommendation letters
  4. Academic transcript
  5. Essay (i.e. reason for applying or topic of relevance to Taiwan)
  6. 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 Merchhere
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
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

LocationOmni 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 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

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