World Vision Taiwan held the 60th Anniversary Impact Forum, inviting experts and scholars from industry, government, and academia to share and discuss the direction of serving disadvantaged children in response to the development of the times. Ambassador of the Republic of China Xiao Meiqin (centre) was present to express her gratitude to the Association for always being with the children in need. From left are Zhang Jiafang, manager of Chunghwa Telecom Foundation, Lin Maosheng, deputy general manager of Sustainability and Brand Public Relations Department of Fubon Financial Holdings, and Li Shaoling, president of World Vision Taiwan. From the right are Li Yihua, chairman of Zicheng Sustainable Development Services Company, Dr. Kyi Minn, chairman of Myanmar Vision Association, and Ding Guangqin, chairman of World Vision Taiwan. (Provided by World Vision Taiwan)
World Vision Taiwan enters its 60th anniversary and holds a 60th Anniversary International Impact Forum on April 24. This forum specially invites Dr. Kyi Minn, President of World Vision Myanmar, and SAN SengE, Cambodian Children’s Rights Ambassador, to share the impact of World Vision on children’s lives. The impact; the SROI social return on investment survey report of the “Domestic Child Sponsorship Program” was also published, revealing the actual impact. In the sub-forum, starting from the sharing of social enterprise influence, enterprise cooperation, disadvantaged youth support programs and church work, government, enterprises, social sages and scholars were invited to discuss and think about the service goals of the Outlook to respond more effectively to disadvantaged children. Less demand.
Xiao Meiqin, Ambassador of the Republic of China who attended the meeting, said that she used to serve in rural areas and was very grateful to the Association for its contribution and assistance in raising resources for children and families in rural areas. Especially when the earthquake hit Hualien in early April this year, the Association went to Hualien as soon as possible. Assist disaster victims; based on the social investment rate of return of the Outlook Domestic Child Sponsorship Program, every 1 yuan invested by sponsors can create 13.4 times the impact! She encouraged: “The rate of return is higher than the stock market. Everyone should actively participate so that the cycle of kindness can bring practical benefits to children.” Regarding the overseas services and concern for the world of the Vision Society, Ambassador Xiao even called the Vision Society ” “Let the world see Taiwan” is the best example!
“I am the happiest child in World Vision!” Setting a new benchmark for humanitarian assistance, children supported by World Vision live a wonderful life
Ding Guangqin, chairman of World Vision Taiwan, pointed out that World Vision has a total of about 45,000 sponsored children in the country. Among children from families below the poverty line in China, 1 in 8 is directly served by World Vision. Foreign aid is part of Every year, we help 180,000 children and children in vulnerable areas who are struggling to survive. We hope that everyone and Vision will work together to move forward. President Li Shaoling said that because of the love of the public, the Association has a greater responsibility to share service information. In response to the changes and impacts of the digital era, the international forum will focus on how to keep pace with the times and serve disadvantaged children. Lin Maosheng, corporate representative and deputy general manager of the Sustainability and Brand Public Relations Department of Fubon Financial Holdings, also praised the innovative service methods developed by the Outlook Association and looked forward to working together to continue to expand its influence.
As Taiwan’s economy progresses, it has transformed from a recipient country to a donor country over the past 60 years. The Association has also demonstrated outstanding influence on the global humanitarian aid stage. Dr. Kyi Minn, President of Myanmar Vision, said that World Vision Taiwan has developed various large-scale initiatives “centered on children” and has had a great impact on children’s personal lives. This example is rare in the world! San SengE, Cambodia’s ambassador for children’s rights and a child sponsored by Vision, shared her personal experience in acquiring children’s rights-related knowledge, life skills and sports training through Vision’s planning; as a youth leader, she also cooperated with the authorities to put forward suggestions and initiatives , to promote community development and improve the living environment of children and children. In the future, she wants to become a high school teacher to change the destiny of children in her hometown through education.
In terms of domestic services, Li Yihua, chairman of Zicheng Sustainable Development Services Company, pointed out in the SROI study that the most valuable influence expected to have a positive impact on domestic sponsored children is “increasing the heart of giving back and helping each other”, about 70% Families and 80% of sponsored children felt grateful and helped each other with the help of World Vision. In the questionnaire feedback, some sponsored children said: “I am the happiest child in World Vision!”
How to help multiple disadvantaged children?Continuous and stable companionship and assistance in accumulating social capital
Industry, government and academia held discussions on the rights and needs of economically disadvantaged children. From the left are Chen Jianliang, elite distinguished professor of the Department of Economics and dean of the School of Nursing and Health and Welfare at National Jinan International University, Li Lifen, Parliamentary Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Welfare, Xiao Wenrong, vice president of domestic affairs of World Vision Taiwan, Ji Huirong, member of the National Human Rights Commission, and National Taiwan Normal University Professor and Director of the University’s Institute of Social Work and Director of World Vision Taiwan Wang Yongci. (Provided by World Vision Taiwan)
While taking into account services for the disadvantaged, the Outlook Association has conducted surveys and analyzes of children’s lifestyles for three consecutive years based on the theory of “evidence-based governance” in order to accurately focus on services. The sample size is large and close to the disadvantaged children. According to the survey, there are still 12,000 disadvantaged children living in poor living conditions. Vulnerable children must work to support their families, and some do not even meet the minimum wage. Ji Huirong, a member of the National Human Rights Commission, said that Taiwan’s economy seems to be developing rapidly, but there is extreme inequality between rich and poor. 5%, or about 160,000 children, are still disadvantaged, and 170,000 children in households are food insecure; the Outlook Association has been committed to providing resources for the past 60 years. , has made a great contribution, but due to the general environment, disadvantaged children with multiple “intertwined” needs need more help. From an institutional or even national perspective, a more forward-looking service strategy is needed.
Wang Yongci, a professor at the Institute of Social Work at National Taiwan Normal University and a director of the Outlook Association, believes that a relationship that continuously and stably responds to the needs of children and children is one of the key factors in cultivating children’s resilience. Xiao Wenrong, vice president of the Outlook Association, further analyzed that for the disadvantaged, Substantial financial subsidies are only a means, and companionship and social work services are more important. This can enhance the resilience of children and families, and by creating opportunities and providing social participation opportunities to accumulate social capital, it can also enhance children’s self-efficacy. Chen Jianliang, an elite distinguished professor at the Department of Economics at Jinan International University and dean of the School of Nursing and Health and Welfare, said that the survey report is of high quality and is rare in the public and private sectors. It can make up for the shortcomings of the social security network. It is recommended that data collection, analysis and policy evaluation be carried out. The changes and development of children and adolescents after their cases are closed can be tracked to evaluate the effectiveness of policy programs.
Li Lifen, Parliamentary Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Welfare, responded that in addition to the existing social welfare policies, the government has increased budget allocations and increased social welfare centers to provide services for vulnerable families. In addition, in order to comply with the spirit of the Convention on the Rights of the Child, the government will also protect the right of children and children to express their opinions in the future. Relevant groups are asked to recommend that different types of children, such as elementary and middle school students, children with disabilities, and aboriginal children, serve as children’s representatives.
Innovative service solutions, PaGamO and Basketball Project, a two-pronged approach of game-based literacy learning + sports training
Industry, government and academia held talks on the education and cultivation of disadvantaged youth. From the left are former World Vision Taiwan Chairman Zou Kailian, general manager of IMPACT Yiqifei Sports Education and co-founder of EMPOWER basketball training Yang Shengkai, founder of PaGamO and professor of the Department of Electrical Engineering of National Taiwan University Ye Bingcheng, and distinguished professor of the Department of Economics of National Taiwan University. Professor Lin Mingren, deputy executive secretary of the Science and Technology Office of the National Science Council, and Chen Yuwen, professor of the Department of Social Work at National Taiwan University and director of World Vision Taiwan. (Provided by World Vision Taiwan)
In response to the development of the times and the needs of new curriculum, the Vision Club’s plans have also kept pace with the times. In recent years, it has cooperated with PaGamO and EMPOWER to detonate basketball training to promote reading literacy student assistance programs and the Basketball Ocean Project to promote sports education. The epidemic and the development of the times have caused a digital gap between urban and rural areas. Ye Bingcheng, founder of PaGamO and professor of the Department of Electrical Engineering at National Taiwan University, said that using online games can stimulate students’ interest in learning and improve their independent learning abilities. After two years of promotion, 90% of them use the game Students on the platform prefer reading, and 80% are willing to learn independently!
Yang Shengkai, general manager of IMPACT Sports Education and co-founder of EMPOWER Basketball Training, analyzed that the Basketball Project provides basketball equipment, training and event camps to cultivate sports skills and teamwork awareness. Statistics found that 9 children participating in Basketball Achievements above have enhanced basketball knowledge, improved skills, and established a sense of teamwork, making them more confident and self-disciplined! Lin Mingren, Distinguished Professor of the Department of Economics at National Taiwan University and Deputy Executive Secretary of the Science and Technology Office of the National Science Council, reminded through data analysis that in the era of change, the challenges for disadvantaged children are higher. For various help and programs for children, “the earlier they are involved, the more effective they will be.” good!”
Prospecting the new direction of service, from traditional assistance to diversified support, it is better to sponsor a project than to sponsor a child
Chen Yuwen, professor of the Department of Social Work at National Taiwan University and director of Taiwan World Vision, called on the public to rethink their understanding of “poverty”. The disadvantaged do not just lack food, but also receive diversified support. “Donating to an organizational project that you identify with is better than donating One child is more beneficial!” She also said that the needs of economically disadvantaged children are diverse, and the plan for the vision meeting still needs to consider the support of maintaining assets and connections, the difference between careers and occupations, the matching of abilities and opportunities, and training and It’s important to be empowered, and most importantly, never ignore the power of companionship and care.
Ye Bingcheng pointed out that unequal environmental opportunities are a new problem faced by disadvantaged children today. In the future, everyone and even every company may be a stakeholder; Zou Kailian, the forum’s introductory speaker and former chairman of the Vision Conference, said that sponsoring children is not just about having children. The provision of food and materials needs to be expected to connect different resources in society, create partnerships, bring innovative opportunities and new resources, and turn children’s lives around. “Help for children can not only have an impact on the child personally, but also on the child.” It has a huge impact on society.”
On the road to vision, join hands with companies and churches as loving partners
Dignitaries from all walks of life held talks on corporate social influence. From the left are Xie Jinhe, Chairman of Jin Weekly, Lin Maosheng, Deputy General Manager of Sustainability and Brand Public Relations Department of Fubon Financial Holdings, Wei Xingjuan, CEO of ASUS Cultural and Educational Foundation, Li Rufang, CEO of Chunghwa Telecom Foundation, Chengzhen Social Enterprise Co., Ltd. Company Chairman Wang Guoxiong. (Provided by World Vision Taiwan)
In addition, the Vision Forum invites long-term caring corporate partners to share their experiences in using ESG to deepen public welfare and exert social influence in the forum. Lin Maosheng, deputy general manager of the Sustainability and Brand Public Relations Department of Fubon Financial Holdings, said that Fubon Group has been committed to building a public welfare platform for all people since 1988, and its care areas span children’s development, media literacy, elderly care, and people with physical and mental disabilities. Services, etc., make up for the gap in social welfare and focus on long-term improvement of problems, so that love can be sustainable through circulation.
Wei Xingjuan, CEO of the ASUS Cultural and Educational Foundation, shared that the ASUS Digital Inclusion Project recycles 3C products and gives computers a second life after refurbishment, introducing them to corners at home and abroad with insufficient resources, setting up digital learning centers, and calling on caring volunteers to respond. Using digital power to transform the lives of more people; Li Rufang, CEO of Chunghwa Telecom Foundation, also shared how to go deep into the community to create digital opportunities and implement the concept of digital equality, including introducing digital learning courses for residents on outlying islands, empowering children to learn to make videos and voices, and assisting the elderly Integrate digital life application tools, etc. Wang Guowei, chairman of Chengzhen Social Enterprise Co., Ltd., pointed out that by allocating profits from selling coffee to help African countries dig wells to obtain clean water, it not only gives back to the coffee origin and promotes a beautiful cycle, but also allows employees to feel the value of this job and further strengthen their Centripetal force and effectiveness.
A cross-faith survey report of 25,000 young people in 26 countries is released. Young people need more companionship and being seen.
Prospect will share with church partners the “Open Generation” global youth research report on 25,000 interfaith youths in 26 countries. Through the analysis results of interfaith youths in Taiwan, we will share with church partners how to address the unique needs of Generation Z. Accompany young people to obtain development support and enrich their lives. From left are World Vision Taiwan President Li Shaoling, World Vision Taiwan Director Du Mingda, Taipei Truth Church Pastor Lin Chengxu, Taichung Campus Love Pastor Lin Shiping, and Daguang Christian Presbyterian Church Pastor Cai Qiyu. (Provided by World Vision Taiwan)
The Vision Association also took this opportunity to share the “Open Generation” – Global Youth Research Report with church partners. Through the analysis results of Taiwan’s interfaith youth, we exchanged with church partners how to accompany the youth to obtain development support and support based on the characteristics and needs of Generation Z. Abundant life. Research results show that the justice issues that Taiwanese teenagers are most concerned about are global climate change, pollution, gender inequality, political corruption, and unequal educational opportunities. However, only 20% of Taiwanese teenagers believe that the younger generation has the ability to have a positive and meaningful impact on the world. ; But young people with faith are relatively more motivated and confident to pursue justice, and are willing to commit to promoting social justice. Li Shaoling, president of the Vision Association, said that through the survey results, we understand that young people want to be more visible and involved, but they need more confidence and support; the future world belongs to this group of children, and everyone is invited to accompany them with the Vision Association and find ways to help them grow. The power of development.
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