Overview of Taipei City
Location
As Taiwan's capital, Taipei is famous for its lively night markets and city skyline filled with iconic architectural landmarks. It is Taiwan's center of economic development and among Asia's richest cities per capita. Besides its street food, Taipei is known for various attractions including Taipei 101, the National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, the annual Lantern Festival, and more.
Population
2.7 million (2024)
Weather
Taipei has a humid subtropical climate. The average temperature in summer is around 29°C, and as for winter, it is around 16°C. Summer is hot and humid with occasional rain storms and typhoons, while winter is short and generally warm and foggy.
Number of ETAs
2022-23: 31 ETAs + 7 ETFs
2023-24: 24 ETAs + 10ETFs
Number of Schools with ETAs
2022-23: 21 Elementary+ 17 Junior High
2023-24: 13 Elementary + 21 Junior High
Since December 2018, the government has set the goal to develop Taiwan into a bilingual nation by 2030. Most counties start to change the education layout into CLIL (Content and Language Integrated Learning) or Bilingual program. Taipei City government started the program from local elementary and junior high schools. Therefore, Taipei ETAs will assist these schools mainly.
As one of Asia's leading metropolises, Taipei prides itself on its worldly and convenient lifestyle with its plethora of cuisines and easily navigable public transportation system. Take in a view of the city on Elephant Mountain at the end of one subway line, or enjoy a walk along Tamsui Pier at another. Moreover, several day hikes and popular tourist destinations like Jiufen and Pingxi are located just outside the city.
Taipei City provides many opportunities for volunteering. However, some required training before joining and language abilities. ETAs can find some community service besides their school time and get involved with local communities. Here shows some volunteer events that ETAs participated before
Coordinators
Sunny Yu
Hi, I am Sunny! I joined Fulbright Taiwan in 2022 as a Taipei coordinator.
I love traveling, cooking, trying new things, learning different languages and cultures, etc. Lucky to be here to meet you all.
Taiwan is a beautiful country, and Taipei is a modern city worth exploring! Can't wait to share all the things with you. Feel free to let me know if you need any assistance that I can do. Welcome to Taipei! Hope you have the best time in Taiwan!
Advice for incoming ETAs:
I understand how difficult to start a new journey in an unfamiliar country. However, Taiwanese people are friendly. Taiwan is a beautiful island. I am here so I would love to assist with all the new friends. Welcome to Taipei! Let’s explore Taipei together!
Email: syu@fse.fulbright.org.tw
Ali Dong
Hi, this is Ali. I joined Fulbright Taiwan in July 2023 as a Taipei coordinator.
I love to travel, listen to music, discover new coffee shops, and learn different languages.
Welcome to Taiwan, I hope you will enjoy the culture, food, and lifestyle here, and also, discover the beauty of our capital city - Taipei.
Email: adong@fse.fulbright.org.tw
Joyce Tien
Hi, I'm Joyce, I was born and raised in Taipei. Taipei is a developed city and also has a really good public transportation network, we welcome people from different cultures and races. I hope you can enjoy your life here.
Email: jtien@fse.fulbright.org.tw