31/07/2026
【活動回顧 | #星護心計畫 欸～愛照顧自己！ Level 3 Part 2 課程】
文/ 國立臺灣大學全球衛生碩士學位學程碩士生 Lily雷莉莉
7 月 19 日，是我第一次有機會直接與在台移工互動。身為來自美國、目前就讀國立臺灣大學全球衛生碩士的學生，並於勵馨基金會移住者服務中心實習，希望透過實際參與，了解移民、文化與健康之間的連結。這次工作坊讓我重新思考「健康」真正的意義。
工作坊全程以印尼語進行，參加者包括看護移工與新住民，內容聚焦於心理健康與情緒照顧。過去，我對移工議題的理解主要停留在語言、文化適應、法律程序及職業安全等面向；然而，這次工作坊讓我意識到，心理健康同樣是照顧工作中不可忽視的一環。透過母語帶領與兼具文化敏感度的活動，講師鼓勵參加者辨識情緒、表達需求，也營造出一個能彼此支持與交流的安全空間。
即使只是以觀察者的身分參與，我仍聯想到自己曾在國外生活的經驗。我深刻體會到，能夠擁有一個不受評價、願意傾聽的空間，對身處異鄉的人而言，是一種重要的支持。心理支持雖然看不見，卻能影響一個人的自信、韌性與整體健康。
在這次工作坊，我也與幾位移工交流。這些短暫卻真誠的互動讓我相信，建立人與人之間的連結，並不需要流利的共同語言；願意傾聽、理解並關心彼此的生命經驗，就足以拉近距離。從全球健康的角度來看，支持移工心理健康不只是對個人的關懷，更是促進社區健康的重要投資。當照顧者感受到理解與支持時，不僅能提升自身福祉，也更有能力照顧高齡者，進一步促進家庭與整個台灣社會的健康與福祉。
July 19th was my first opportunity to interact directly with migrant workers in Taiwan. As an American student currently pursuing a Master’s degree in National Taiwan University Global Health Program and interning at the Garden of Hope Foundation’s Migrant Service Center, I hoped to understand the connection between immigration, culture, and health through hands-on experience. This workshop made me rethink the true meaning of “health.”
The workshop was conducted entirely in Indonesian, with participants including caregivers and new immigrants. The content focused on mental health and emotional care. Previously, my understanding of migrant worker issues was mainly limited to language, cultural adaptation, legal procedures, and occupational safety; however, this workshop made me realize that mental health is equally important in caregiving. Through activities led in my native language and incorporating cultural sensitivity, the instructor encouraged participants to identify emotions, express needs, and create a safe space for mutual support and communication.
Even as an observer, I was reminded of my own experiences living abroad. I deeply understand that having a space free of judgment where people are willing to listen is a crucial form of support for those living abroad. While invisible, psychological support can significantly impact a person’s confidence, resilience, and overall health.
At the workshop, I also got the chance to connect with several migrant workers. These brief but genuine interactions have convinced me that building connections between people doesn’t require a common language; a willingness to listen, understand, and care about each other’s life experiences is enough to bridge the gap. From a global health perspective, supporting migrant workers’ mental health is not just about individual care, but also a crucial investment in promoting community health. When caregivers feel understood and supported, they not only improve their own well-being but are also better equipped to care for the elderly, further contributing to the health and well-being of families and Taiwanese society as a whole.
