Purpose
To cooperate with "Hakka Six Arrows - Youth Hakka strategy” initiated by President Lai, “2026 Global Hakka Youth Exchange Program” aims to provide Hakka youth with an understanding of Taiwan Hakka policies and encourage interaction among the new generation. Hakka Affairs Council expects to reach the goal of cultivating Hakka youth leaders with global vision and local commitment.
Host and Executive Organization
Host Organization：Hakka Affairs Council
Executive Unit：Volunteering Taiwan
Executive Unit：Volunteering Taiwan
Applicant's Eligibility
I. The overseas Hakka Youth who are between the age of 18 to 35 (Birth dates between July. 26, 1990 –
July. 25, 2008)
II. The Applicant who has Hakka origin and background, or the applicant regards self as the identity of
Hakka.
III. The applicant has the basic language proficiency of Hakka and English.
IV. Experiences in participating in Hakka public affairs or cultural activities are preferred.
V. Priority will be given to applicants who participating in Hakka Affairs Council youth activities for the first
time.
VI. To ensure the fair use of resources, only one member per family will be admitted.
July. 25, 2008)
II. The Applicant who has Hakka origin and background, or the applicant regards self as the identity of
Hakka.
III. The applicant has the basic language proficiency of Hakka and English.
IV. Experiences in participating in Hakka public affairs or cultural activities are preferred.
V. Priority will be given to applicants who participating in Hakka Affairs Council youth activities for the first
time.
VI. To ensure the fair use of resources, only one member per family will be admitted.
Activity Dates
July. 25 (Sat.) - 31(Fri.), 2026 (7 days 6 nights)
The Themes of Activity (*The host organization reserves the right to make adjustments)
1. Liudui Impressions
2. Fermented Memories
3. Industrial Evolution
4. Wild Canal Trekking
5. Traces of Hakka Fo Fong
6. Eco-Harmony
7. Bayin Resonance
2. Fermented Memories
3. Industrial Evolution
4. Wild Canal Trekking
5. Traces of Hakka Fo Fong
6. Eco-Harmony
7. Bayin Resonance
Program at a Glance
Registration and Deadline
I. Online Registration：www.globalhakka.com.tw
II. Deadline：From now until June 10, 2026 (Wednesday) at 11:59 PM.
III. Applicant can sign up by individual or be recommended by domestic or overseas Hakka
organizations, academic institutions, or schools.
II. Deadline：From now until June 10, 2026 (Wednesday) at 11:59 PM.
III. Applicant can sign up by individual or be recommended by domestic or overseas Hakka
organizations, academic institutions, or schools.
Registration’s Eligibility Review and Admission Procedure
(I) Review Eligibility
The executive unit reviews the eligibility based on applicant’s qualification. The preliminary review is to ensure all submitted documents are completed and qualified. If the submission overdue or the eligibility is unqualified, the applicant will not get the admission. Moreover, if the applicant does not provide the complete documents, the executive unit will email the notification to remind the applicant to complete the documents. The applicant will be considered withdrawn, if the required documents are not provided within 3 days of notification.
The executive unit reviews the eligibility based on applicant’s qualification. The preliminary review is to ensure all submitted documents are completed and qualified. If the submission overdue or the eligibility is unqualified, the applicant will not get the admission. Moreover, if the applicant does not provide the complete documents, the executive unit will email the notification to remind the applicant to complete the documents. The applicant will be considered withdrawn, if the required documents are not provided within 3 days of notification.
(II) Registration & Documents Submission
I. Registration Form
II. Autobiography and Supporting Documents (including evidences in participating Hakka public affairs,
services, oractivities; if Taiwanese Hakka has the Volunteer Service Record, please provide thefront cover
and inner record pages.)
III. For Overseas Hakka Youth：A photocopy of the inner page with photo in passport or residence permit.
IV. For Taiwanese Hakka Youth：A photocopy of both sides of the Identification Card.
V. Certificates or Supporting Documents of language Proficiency in Hakka, Mandarin Chinese,English(and
any other foreign languages if applicable)
VI. Affidavit Letter and Copyright & Portrait Licensing Consent for the whole activity recording documents.
VII. Health Self-assessment Form
I. Registration Form
II. Autobiography and Supporting Documents (including evidences in participating Hakka public affairs,
services, oractivities; if Taiwanese Hakka has the Volunteer Service Record, please provide thefront cover
and inner record pages.)
III. For Overseas Hakka Youth：A photocopy of the inner page with photo in passport or residence permit.
IV. For Taiwanese Hakka Youth：A photocopy of both sides of the Identification Card.
V. Certificates or Supporting Documents of language Proficiency in Hakka, Mandarin Chinese,English(and
any other foreign languages if applicable)
VI. Affidavit Letter and Copyright & Portrait Licensing Consent for the whole activity recording documents.
VII. Health Self-assessment Form
Admission Standards and Procedures
I. The Admission standards will be based on the applicant’s qualification, autobiography, and experiences in
participating Hakka public affairs, services, or activities. The primary 18 participants will be selected from each domestic and overseas applicant category, and the additional 20 applicants will be placed on a waiting list. To align with gender equality policy, one-third of selected applicants must be of single gender at least. The applicant will be considered withdrawn if the applicant does not sign up on time or not be qualified.
II. Admission list will be announced on Hakka Affairs Council official website and Facebook Page on June 30, 2026 (Tuesday). Moreover, each primary participant will be emailed the admission announcement. The primary participant must reply the confirmation letter and affidavit Letter for participation within 7 days. If the primary participant does not reply confirmation letter or give up the admission, the vacancy will be filled by the applicants on the waiting list in order. In addition, the overseas Hakka Youth must provide the proof of airline ticket copy with the confirmation letter.
III. Waiting List Process：According to the requirement of gender equality and the applicant’s personal information, 10 applicants will be selected from each overseas and Taiwanese Hakka Youth category and placed on the waiting list. One-third of selected applicants must be of single gender at least. The replacements will be made based on the identity of the applicants who give up their admission, following the regional and gender equality principles. For example, if a female applicant gives up the admission, the first female applicant on the waiting list will be admitted. Or if the applicant gives up the admission is from overseas, the vacancy must also be filled from the first applicant on overseas waiting list.
participating Hakka public affairs, services, or activities. The primary 18 participants will be selected from each domestic and overseas applicant category, and the additional 20 applicants will be placed on a waiting list. To align with gender equality policy, one-third of selected applicants must be of single gender at least. The applicant will be considered withdrawn if the applicant does not sign up on time or not be qualified.
II. Admission list will be announced on Hakka Affairs Council official website and Facebook Page on June 30, 2026 (Tuesday). Moreover, each primary participant will be emailed the admission announcement. The primary participant must reply the confirmation letter and affidavit Letter for participation within 7 days. If the primary participant does not reply confirmation letter or give up the admission, the vacancy will be filled by the applicants on the waiting list in order. In addition, the overseas Hakka Youth must provide the proof of airline ticket copy with the confirmation letter.
III. Waiting List Process：According to the requirement of gender equality and the applicant’s personal information, 10 applicants will be selected from each overseas and Taiwanese Hakka Youth category and placed on the waiting list. One-third of selected applicants must be of single gender at least. The replacements will be made based on the identity of the applicants who give up their admission, following the regional and gender equality principles. For example, if a female applicant gives up the admission, the first female applicant on the waiting list will be admitted. Or if the applicant gives up the admission is from overseas, the vacancy must also be filled from the first applicant on overseas waiting list.
Notes for Admitted Participants
I. The host organization will cover the full payment, including the meals, accommodation, activity fee, insurance, and the local transportation (excluding the cost of travel to and back to the meeting point) In addition, overseas participants are responsible for the cost of international flight to and from Taiwan.
II. The certificate of course completion will be awarded to participants who attend the whole program and abide the program regulations.
III. If the primary applicant is unable to attend due to personal reasons, they must notify the executive unit within 7 days after the admission announcement. The vacancy will be filled by an applicant from the waiting list.
IV. The participant should attend the whole activity schedule after checking-in, following the regulations and adhere to punctuality and discipline. Every participant must actively engage in teamwork, commit to group action, involve in all activities and cooperate with the sharing of performances. If the participant leaves the program on his/her own without admission, Hakka Affairs Council reserves the right to recover any expenses, and the individual will be disqualified from future programs or subsidies.
V. If any submitted documents are found to be false or do not meet the eligibility requirements, the admitted applicant will be canceled their admission.
VI. Whether the applicant is admitted or not, the submitted documents will not be returned.
II. The certificate of course completion will be awarded to participants who attend the whole program and abide the program regulations.
III. If the primary applicant is unable to attend due to personal reasons, they must notify the executive unit within 7 days after the admission announcement. The vacancy will be filled by an applicant from the waiting list.
IV. The participant should attend the whole activity schedule after checking-in, following the regulations and adhere to punctuality and discipline. Every participant must actively engage in teamwork, commit to group action, involve in all activities and cooperate with the sharing of performances. If the participant leaves the program on his/her own without admission, Hakka Affairs Council reserves the right to recover any expenses, and the individual will be disqualified from future programs or subsidies.
V. If any submitted documents are found to be false or do not meet the eligibility requirements, the admitted applicant will be canceled their admission.
VI. Whether the applicant is admitted or not, the submitted documents will not be returned.
Notices
I. The activity is 7 days and 6 nights program, the record of video and photo of the event, along with participants' outcomes, will be sharedpublicly on the internet and social media. Participants must submit Affidavit Letter and Copyright and Portrait Licensing Consent with the Registration Form in order to be eligible for registration.
II. If the participant has special health conditions must note them on the registration form. If a participant has a serious medical condition (including heart disease, cerebrovascular diseases, diabetes, mental illness, epilepsy, infectious diseases, or any other condition that may affect their ability to participate in the event), they should not register. In the event of any incidents from the serious health conditions, the participant will be responsible for the consequences. Participants requiring the medical treatment or be hospitalized during the event must cover their own medical expenses. Neither the participant nor their family members may make any claims or requests from the host organization.
III. Participants who are unable to attend programs or activities due to illness or irresistible reasons. They must request the leave in advance from the executive unit and provide the proof documentation. If the participant who need to ask the leave must obtain the approval from the host organization.
IV. Detailed activity information and check-in meeting point will be provided in pre-departure notice.
V. The actual content and itinerary of the activity may be adjusted by weather conditions and participants’ learning progress.
VI. The photos and videos taken during the event can be used by Hakka Affairs Council without any remuneration for publication or distribution.
VII. To ensure positive communication and a respectful environment throughout the camp, all participants are expected to comply with principles of gender equality and proper interpersonal interaction. Any form of discrimination, harassment, or behavior that causes discomfort to others is strictly prohibited during the program.
II. If the participant has special health conditions must note them on the registration form. If a participant has a serious medical condition (including heart disease, cerebrovascular diseases, diabetes, mental illness, epilepsy, infectious diseases, or any other condition that may affect their ability to participate in the event), they should not register. In the event of any incidents from the serious health conditions, the participant will be responsible for the consequences. Participants requiring the medical treatment or be hospitalized during the event must cover their own medical expenses. Neither the participant nor their family members may make any claims or requests from the host organization.
III. Participants who are unable to attend programs or activities due to illness or irresistible reasons. They must request the leave in advance from the executive unit and provide the proof documentation. If the participant who need to ask the leave must obtain the approval from the host organization.
IV. Detailed activity information and check-in meeting point will be provided in pre-departure notice.
V. The actual content and itinerary of the activity may be adjusted by weather conditions and participants’ learning progress.
VI. The photos and videos taken during the event can be used by Hakka Affairs Council without any remuneration for publication or distribution.
VII. To ensure positive communication and a respectful environment throughout the camp, all participants are expected to comply with principles of gender equality and proper interpersonal interaction. Any form of discrimination, harassment, or behavior that causes discomfort to others is strictly prohibited during the program.
The organizer reserves the right to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend the program at any time.
Contact information
Executive Organization：Volunteering Taiwan, Ms. Lee,
Tel：889-7-343-8100，E-mail：[email protected]
Tel：889-7-343-8100，E-mail：[email protected]
