Formosan Association for Public Affairs New York Metro Chapter

09/22/2026

Last Monday, our chapter joined a delegation of 18 Taiwanese-American advocates from across New York State to speak to our representatives on Capitol Hill about ongoing legislation bolstering U.S.-Taiwan relations. We spoke to the importance of Taiwan’s security to American interests, highlighted certain bills we have our eyes on in the chambers, and gave our lawmakers historical context behind Taiwan‘s democratization following 40 years of martial law. We heard strong bipartisan support from our elected leaders and look forward to our continued partnership with their offices both in DC and back in NYC/NYS.

This ”Stand With Taiwan Action Day“ came on the heels of Formosan Association for Public Affairs hq ’s National Advocacy Conference, an annual gathering of advocates for Taiwan from 44 chapters across the country in our nation‘s capital. Over an exhilirating weekend, we partook in advocacy workshops, policy briefings, and keynotes. It also provided the opportunity to connect with our peers from across the country who so often are faces on a screen.

The next one couldn’t come sooner: in the meantime, if you‘d like to join us in advocating for Taiwan in New York, we welcome your outreach!

07/14/2026

第二場 Policy Salon “台灣能源的安全與韌性” 圓滿結束！🎉

YY（葉于瑄）帶來專業滿分的精彩分享，從”台灣能源101”隨堂考(小編全錯...)，到封鎖或區域危機下的能源韌性，氣候政策與國家安全之間的平衡，將複雜議題讓一般人也聽得懂並且討論。現場聽眾也提出了許多重要的問題 – AI能源需求，台灣的政治現實，萬年核電爭議等等，好多不同的觀點與想法在激盪。而這正是我們希望能創造的空間！讓關心台灣，國際政策政策的朋友，可以自在交流。下一場Policy Salon正在規劃中，期待未來繼續和大家聊更多重要的政策議題！再次感謝講者以及所有參與者，我們下一場不見不散！✨👀

大家有興趣挑戰台灣能源101測驗嗎？

06/06/2026

🇹🇼🇺🇸 TAHW & AAPI Heritage Month Recap | Part 2/2

To celebrate Taiwanese American Heritage Week, we teamed up with and FAPA NY-Hudson at this year’s .nyc festival, an annual celebration of Taiwanese culture and heritage in Union Square.

Despite the rain, we had a wonderful afternoon connecting with over 300 New Yorkers and visitors at our booth, introducing our mission and advocacy work, playing games (si̍p-pat-lah!) 🎲, and sharing Taiwanese snacks.

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by and to for a great collaboration. See you next year!

03/29/2026

🌻 FAPA NY-M 的第一場Policy Salon 即將登場！

講題：《假訊息、反平權言論甚囂塵上，怎麼辦？後資訊時代的民主反衛術》

在假訊息蔓延、網路攻擊與反平權言論越來越常見的今天，我們該如何辨識資訊，同時守護民主社會中的公共討論空間？

⏱️ 時間4/11（六） 2-5pm
📍SPACS (149 W 27th St 3F)
💳 門票: $25
🗣️ 中文為主
🔗 報名 Link in Bio

這次很高興邀請到長期投入平權與轉型正義工作的Sherry（周芷萱），與大家分享她第一線的觀察與經驗，一起討論面對假訊息與網路攻擊時的應對方法，思考如何在後資訊時代培養更有力量的民主防衛能力。

講者簡介：周芷萱-女性主義者、獨派、任陳文成基金會董事。曾選過舉、做過倡議，在體制內外持續跟保守派戰鬥。現就讀紐約廚藝學院（Ｘ）紐約市立大學（Ｏ）專攻性別研究。

本活動收入將先透過個人帳戶代收，並於事後全額轉交 FAPA ，用於支持我們在紐約都會區及全國的倡議工作。

02/09/2026

FAPA 2026 First Social Night 🍻
Where Taiwan, New York, and New Friends Meet
在紐約，關心台灣的靈魂終將相遇！

我們將舉辦 FAPA NY-M 2026第一個 social event!
不管是想認識新朋友，還是想知道 FAPA 到底在做什麼，我們準備了open bar與互動小遊戲，想揪你一起來玩，connect, sip, make new friends, and chat about all things Taiwan 🇹🇼
📍 地點： 56709 (42-45 27th St, Long Island City)
⏰ 時間： Feb 20 (Fri), 10:00 PM - 1:00 AM
🎟️ 門票： $50(Venmo/Paypal/Zelle)
🔗報名連結在bio
Venmo:
PayPal:
Zelle: 9299194936
（如使用Zelle付款，請於下一頁點選「I’ve already paid」並完成轉帳，即完成報名。）

‼️付款完成才算報名完成現場名額有限，額滿截止。讓我們一起喝一杯！🍻

FAPA NY-Metro is hosting our first social of 2026!
Whether you’re looking to meet new people or learn more about FAPA, we welcome you to join us for drinks (open bar), refreshments, and games. Come hang out: connect, sip, make new friends, and chat about all things Taiwan 🇹🇼
📍 Location: 56709 (42-45 27th St, Long Island City)
⏰ Time: Feb 20 (Fri), 10:00 PM – 1:00 AM
🎟️ Ticket: $50(Venmo/Paypal/Zelle)
🔗Link in bio!!
Venmo:
PayPal:
Zelle: 9299194936
(If you are paying via Zelle, please select “I’ve already paid” on the next page and complete the transfer. Your registration will then be confirmed.)

Registration is only complete when payment is received. Spots are limited and will close once we reach capacity. Looking forward to meeting everyone over drinks! 🍻

Disclaimer: All event proceeds go directly to FAPA to support our work in the New York-Metropolitan area and nationwide. Payments are collected through a personal account and then transferred in full to FAPA.

02/02/2026

一起連署支持 豪豬法案！Support the PORCUPINE Act!

請願行動！全力推動《豪豬法案》在眾議院完成最後一哩路！
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請立即簽署連署書，敦促您的眾議員支持跨黨派的《豪豬法案》（PORCUPINE Act, H.R. 7146），以加速美國對台軍售之交付流程。面對目前高達 320 億美元的美國對台軍售積壓，以及來自中國日益加劇的軍事壓力 ，美國國會必須立即採取行動，確保台灣具備必要的自我防衛能力，以有效嚇阻中國侵略，並維護印太地區的和平與穩定。

《豪豬法案》將簡化並加速對台軍售流程，在關鍵時刻強化可信嚇阻。在 FAPA 於 2025 年持續倡議下，該法案的參議院版本（S. 1744）已於去年 12 月無異議通過。目前，眾議院版本正由眾議院外交委員會審議。您的即時參與對於延續這股立法動能至關重要！
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什麼是《豪豬法案》？

《豪豬法案》（PORCUPINE Act）全名為「為區域同伴提供險惡環境下的升級保護法案」（Providing Our Regional Companions Upgraded Protection in Nefarious Environments Act）。該法案在美國《武器出口管制法》架構下，將台灣指定為「北約+」（NATO-Plus） 夥伴，與日本、南韓及澳洲等美國在印太地區的關鍵盟友並列。此一指定將縮短國會通知期，並提高觸發國會審查國防銷售的金額門檻，有效減少行政延宕並加快關鍵防衛能力的交付。

該法案還尋求建立一套加速第三方轉移的機制，允許北約及其他「北約+」國家將美製防衛裝備轉移至台灣，以確保關鍵防衛能力能及時交付至台灣。

請您至FAPA網站簽署請願書：
https://fapa.org/support-porcupine-act-hr7146/

這只需花費三分鐘。請立即簽署 FAPA 的連署書，敦促您的眾議員支持《豪豬法案》，並呼籲眾議院領導層儘速安排院會表決！

06/30/2025

🎤 阿苗來紐約啦！Miao Poya is coming to NYC!

FAPA NY-M 很榮幸邀請到台北市議員、也是活躍的人權與民主倡議者 苗博雅（阿苗），親自來紐約開講！

演講主題是《航向自由：台灣的危機與轉機》，阿苗將分享她在政治、國際與社會運動前線的觀察與故事。不管你關心台灣的未來、民主發展，還是 FAPA 的倡議行動，這場講座都不能錯過！

✨ 所有收入將支持 FAPA 繼續推動台灣的國際地位。你的一張票，就是挺台灣的行動！

🗓 時間｜6/28（六）12:00–2:00 PM（11:30 開放入場）
📍 地點｜39 W 29th St, New York, NY 10001, 3F
🎟 票價｜$10／人（FAPA會員免費）
🔗 報名／購票連結在 bio！

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FAPA NY-M is honored to host Taipei City Councilor and human rights advocate Miao Poya for a special talk in NYC.

🎙 “Sailing Toward Freedom: Taiwan’s Crisis and Turning Point”
Miao will share insights from her work in local politics, global advocacy, and social movements—an inspiring look into Taiwan’s challenges and opportunities.

All proceeds go toward FAPA’s efforts to advance Taiwan’s global standing.
🗓 July 12 (Sat) | ⏰ 12–2PM (Doors 11:30)
📍 39 W 29th St, 3F, New York, NY 10001
🎟 $10 (Free for FAPA members)
🔗 Link in bio

Let’s rally for Taiwan—see you there!
#苗博雅

06/17/2025

One Last Look — Closing Party of Between Shores: Reimagining Formosa 🎉

Join us for One Last Look — a joyful farewell as we close Between Shores: Reimagining Formosa, the Formosan Association for Public Affairs (FAPA)’s first-ever group exhibition, featuring 18 brilliant Taiwanese and Taiwanese American artists.
We’re sending it off with live performances, good vibes, and a final walk through the show with the community that made it all happen.

🗓 Saturday, June 21, 2025 3:00 - 5:00pm
📍 One Art Space & 23 Warren Street

🎭 3:30 PM — Dowsing Stylus by Hui-Ying Tsai
Experience an intimate, interactive performance led by artist Hui-Ying Tsai. Inspired by Fuji (扶乩), a traditional Taiwanese spiritual practice, Dowsing Stylus (尋龍筆) invites you to co-create spontaneous, subconscious markings alongside the artist. It’s a ritual of presence, intuition, and connection beyond words — crossing cultures and inviting collective discovery.

🎵 4:00 PM — Live Set by Edelyn Huang
Edelyn Huang is a pianist, composer, and producer whose music exists at the intersection of jazz fusion, hip-hop/soul, gospel, fusion, electronic improvisation, and Taiwanese Indigenous influences. Based in both New York and Taiwan, she is an active performer, collaborator, and bandleader, constantly pushing the boundaries of sound and identity. Whether leading her own projects or contributing as a sideman, her work embodies a seamless fusion of tradition and innovation, deeply rooted in both personal and cultural narratives.

🥂 Featuring Taiwan-Inspired Cocktails
Don’t miss your chance to try our limited-edition Taiwanese cocktails — three flavor profiles inspired by Hualien, Yunlin, and Taipei. This is the last day to taste them, and once they’re gone, they’re gone!

✨ Come raise a glass, soak in the art one final time, and celebrate the joy, complexity, and resilience of Taiwanese identity.
Bring your friends, wear what feels like you, and let’s close this chapter together.

✅ Free & open to all
📩 RSVP now to let us know you’re coming!

06/11/2025

Explore the memory and meaning behind color through a hands-on painting experience led by artist Calvin Tsai. In this workshop, you’ll experiment with layering and mixing colors to create your own expressive tote bag—guided by Calvin’s philosophy that “colors have their own memories.”

Drawing from his art series Colour’s Memories, Calvin invites participants to reflect on how colors reveal what’s beneath the surface—transforming painting into storytelling.

All materials will be provided. No prior art experience needed—just curiosity and a love for color.

About the Artist:
Calvin Tsai is a Taiwanese American artist based in New York. His practice spans painting, installation, and material experimentation. He holds a BA in Communications Design from Shih Chien University and an MA in Fine Art from The Cass, London Metropolitan University. His ongoing series Color as Masks explores memory and transformation through layered compositions and peelable “color sheets.”

⏰ 6/19 (Thur) 6:00 - 8:00pm
📍One Art Space

06/09/2025

Touching Computers is an one-hour hands-on workshop that teaches participants to interweave the physical and digital worlds and infuse personal artifacts with digital memory. Participants are encouraged to bring objects and media that are meaningful to their different heritages and mix them to create hybrid objects that reflect their own diverse history.

As Taiwanese Americans, we often find ourselves navigating between two different cultural systems and everyday technologies. This workshop begins on the daily use of NFC, such as the EasyCard (悠遊卡) in Taiwan and the MetroCard in the U.S., and then begin reimagining how NFC can be reshaped as a poetic, creative medium. One that enables new rituals, new interfaces, and new modes of remembering. Participants will prototype objects that embody this blending, grounding their cultural narratives both digitally and physically.

⏰：6/18 Wednesday 6:00 - 8:00 pm
📍: One Art Space