AEF Achievements for 2023

2024-10-21

Science Education

Science Education Courses

ADLINK's "Code4Fun 2Gether Little Maker Academy" Introduces Children from Rural Areas to the Fun of Programming

In 2023, the ADLINK Education Foundation worked with Odin Shen, Principal Field Application Engineer at Arm, an industry partner of ADLINK, to invite individuals interested in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) to participate in a volunteer recruitment seminar in March. To this end, Shen utilized the educational resources he had acquired during his time as a promotional ambassador for the Micro:bit Educational Foundation. At the seminar, Shen explained the rationale and results of introducing science education courses in remote villages. A total of 66 employees attended the seminar and 20 of them signed up for the volunteer training in April. To encourage employees to participate in public service, ADLINK's Human Resources Department agreed to grant special leave for volunteer activities. In the end, 17 ADLINK employees volunteered. In the second half of the year, 8 more Arm employees joined to further diversify the range of science education courses on offer.

The ADLINK Education Foundation ed elementary schools in remote areas or areas with few resources for science education, including Jin-Xing Elementary School, Chung Ping Elementary School, Wulai Elementary School, and Ruifang Elementary School, to organize four science education courses. A total of 83 elementary school students have benefited from the program. In addition to the micro:bit pocket computers, the schools were given the DIY micro:bit digital watch kits. The schools were also asked to invite their computer science teachers to the courses to ensure that the teaching resources are passed on. In this way, the ADLINK Education Foundation hopes to help more students, narrow the gap between urban and rural areas in the development of digital technologies, and give children the opportunity to learn through play to stimulate their interest in technological exploration, while enabling ADLINK employees to use what they have learned to contribute back to society.

17 ADLINK employees volunteered at 4 elementary schools and benefited 83 elementary school students

Enrichment Courses

ADLINK Hai-Chieh Ceremony: Team Building for Young ADLINK Black Easy Card Holders

There are currently 52 young holders of ADLINK Black Easy Cards. Organized by former youth volunteers, the "ADLINK Hai Chieh Ceremony: Team Building for Young ADLINK Black Easy Card Holders" event was held to not only update with each other and meet newcomers, but also to elect the first team leader and deputy leader of the young ADLINK Black Easy Card holders. Over the years, the cardholders have come back again and again to take part in the foundation's activities. ADLINK is a refuge for them where they can support each other whenever they come together.

A total of 15 young people in possession of ADLINK Black Easy Cards took part in the event and visited their adoptive home.

There are currently 52 young holders of ADLINK Black Easy Cards. Organized by former youth volunteers, the "ADLINK Hai Chieh Ceremony: Team Building for Young ADLINK Black Easy Card Holders" event was held to not only update with each other and meet newcomers, but also to elect the first team leader and deputy leader of the young ADLINK Black Easy Card holders. Over the years, the cardholders have come back again and again to take part in the foundation's activities. ADLINK is a refuge for them where they can support each other whenever they come together.

A total of 15 young people in possession of ADLINK Black Easy Cards took part in the event and visited their adoptive home.

ADLINK's One-Day Dale Carnegie-style Master Class

The ADLINK Education Foundation organized a one-day Dale Carnegie-style master class and invited its partner organizations, schools, and ADLINK employees to participate. The event focused on deepening the positive image of ADLINK leadership, fostering enthusiasm and effective behavior control, building consensus and creating win-win situations through trust and communication, as well as articulating the organization's vision while gathering the strength to implement it. Through communication and collaboration during the master class, participants formed a consensus to implement the organization's vision together and to continue to apply their knowledge both in life and at work, hoping that positive changes will gradually emerge.

A total of 23 students participated in the event.

Weekend Workshops

With the aim of promoting arts and culture, the ADLINK Education Foundation collaborated with the National Taiwan College of Performing Arts to organize a series of workshops on Chinese opera, where participants could experience the beauty of traditional Chinese opera culture. In 2023, the ADLINK Education Foundation utilized ADLINK's excellent facilities to offer a series of courses in Peking opera, acrobatics, language, and other arts-related topics. The instructors were former volunteers with specialized skills and students who had participated in “Art Unlimited” in Germany in August. The courses were open to children of ADLINK employees and students from the ADLINK Education Foundation's partner organizations. The series of events was designed to show that the company is not just an office, but also a place for the whole family to have fun and bring the arts closer to everyone.

In 2023, Peking opera posture, circus ball juggling, and brick juggling classes were held.

A total of 5 young Chinese opera performers served as instructors and 32 children of ADLINK employees aged 6 to 12 participated in the event.

[Drama Workshop]

In 2023, Peking opera posture, circus ball juggling, and brick juggling classes were held.

A total of 5 young Chinese opera performers served as instructors and 32 children of ADLINK employees aged 6 to 12 participated in the event.

[English Workshop]

Filipino tutor Jeza De La Cruz led an interactive English course, using everyday conversations to help students speak English naturally and in a relaxed environment.

A total of 4 lessons were organized on days off for 12 children of ADLINK employees aged between 7 and 9 years old.

Co-Creation Summer Camp

Every summer since 2011 the ADLINK Education Foundation has organized a summer camp for children from China and Taiwan at the facilities of the ADLINK branch in Shanghai. During the three years of the COVID-19 pandemic, the summer camps were held in Taiwan, but returned to Shanghai in 2023. The original intention was to help young volunteers and students cultivate team spirit, positive thinking, and problem solving. Through different lesson plans, we give children the opportunity to be exposed to different areas such as technology education, arts and aesthetics, environmental protection, and local culture to broaden their horizons, nurture their creativity, discover their talent, and inherit the ADLINK spirit.

2023 ADLINK "Summer Fun for All Kids" Children's Summer Camp in Shanghai

In 2023, the ADLINK children's summer camp "Summer Fun for All Kids" was held for the 13th time in Shanghai, involving young volunteers and underprivileged students between the fourth and sixth grades from both sides of the Taiwan Strait. So far, the summer camp has attracted more than 250 elementary school students and more than 110 young volunteers. In 2023, the young volunteers consisted of children of ADLINK employees and college students from different schools, including the Taiwan Police College and the National Taiwan College of Performing Arts. From administrative preparation, lesson planning, and designing activities to preparing for the summer camp, teaching, conducting the activities, and leading the children during the camp, everyone was engaged and actively participated.So far, the summer camp has attracted more than 250 elementary school students and more than 110 young volunteers. In 2023, the young volunteers consisted of children of ADLINK employees and college students from different schools, including the Taiwan Police College and the National Taiwan College of Performing Arts. From administrative preparation, lesson planning, and designing activities to preparing for the summer camp, teaching, conducting the activities, and leading the children during the camp, everyone was engaged and actively participated.

The company not only wanted the young volunteers to expand and sharpen their skills, but also for the children to learn about science and technology, culture and arts, and other fields through play. The most important thing for the children was to develop self-confidence, self-discipline, and a sense of responsibility by following the example of the young instructors. The company hopes that this new opportunity for exchange has broadened everyone’s horizons and led to a more diverse, friendly, and tolerant view of the world.

A total of 11 young volunteers and 18 elementary school students from both sides of the Taiwan Strait participated in the summer camp in 2023.

Caring for the Disadvantaged

Life Education

The "Mixed Disabled Arts Group" is a performance art group for the disabled that has been supported by the ADLINK Education Foundation since its inception. Members include people with visual impairments, physical disabilities, speech and hearing impairments, amputees, and rare diseases. Over the years, the art group has dedicated itself to life education in schools and embodies the concept of "never giving up and cherishing life". The head of the group, Ming Liu, and several others have received outstanding awards, including the Broadcasting

Golden Bell Award, the Ten Outstanding Young People, and the Golden Eagle Award. The members of the group are all endowed with unique abilities and are not limited by physical obstacles in their lives.

The ADLINK Education Foundation has supported the "Mixed Disabled Arts Group" to promote life education in schools for many years. Through performances interspersed with interviews, and the life stories of team members overcoming obstacles with their tenacity and bravery, children can learn to love, appreciate and respect differences. At the same time, we aim to open up new career paths for friends with disabilities.The ADLINK Education Foundation has supported the "Mixed Disabled Arts Group" to promote life education in schools for many years. Through performances interspersed with interviews, and the life stories of team members overcoming obstacles with their tenacity and bravery, children can learn to love, appreciate and respect differences. At the same time, we aim to open up new career paths for friends with disabilities.

ADLINK's "Open Your Heart and Love Life" Life Education in Schools

In addition to the usual performances and life stories of the "Mixed Disabled Arts Group," special visits were arranged before classes in 2023 to integrate advocacy goals into interviews and incorporate the young Chinese opera artists' performances into life education. The young artists not only enriched the program from the stage, but were also able to help the group members with mobility issues.

ADLINK Education Foundation's budget in 2023 was NT$600 thousand

School: Elementary;  Performance School: Guangrong Elementary School, Linkou Elementary School, Jinlong Elementary School, Sanxia Elementary School, Dafeng Elementary School, Ruigan Elementary School, Shihmen Elementary School, Puqian Elementary School, and Fu Sing Elementary School;  Sessions: 9

School: Senior High; Performance School: New Taipei Senior High School; Sessions: 1

School: University; Performance School: National Cheng Kung University; Sessions: 1

A total of 11 life education events were held in 2023, with a total of 8 ADLINK youths participating in the performances.

Number of people reached: More than 6,000 students

After-school Tutoring for the Disadvantaged

Boyo Social Welfare Benefits Foundation Comprehensive Tutoring

From 2013 to 2023, the ADLINK Education Foundation continued its funding.

Established in 2002, the Boyo Foundation adheres to the philosophy of "not letting poor children fall into eternal poverty". Through the two major service methods of social work and education, it cultivates community teachers, develops learning materials and lays a solid foundation, and uses social resources to keep children healthy, expand their horizons, and continue cooperation with all fields achieving the vision of "bringing knowledge home".

Taoyuan Gaorong Social Care Association Tutoring for the Disadvantaged

From 2015 to 2023, the ADLINK Education Foundation continued its funding.

Gaorong Social Care Association is located at the intersection of Zhongli, Pingzhen, and Yangmei districts in Taoyuan, a remote area where most residents are blue-collar workers, new immigrants, or from disadvantaged backgrounds. In November 2015 and February 2016, the association set up tutoring classes at Guoling Junior High School and Zhongping Elementary School. The classes have been offered without interruption since their inception. Owing to long-term donations from the ADLINK Education Foundation since 2015, the association has been able to provide a suitable learning environment for children from disadvantaged families. Thanks to the tutoring, the children can learn and grow with enough care and love.

Good Deeds Train

The "Good Deeds Train" event organized by the ADLINK Education Foundation and the ADLINK Employee Welfare Committee enabled 12 disadvantaged children from the Boyo Social Welfare Foundation Zhudong Tutoring Center to spend a happy and unforgettable day together. The company hopes that through positive and compassionate influences, small seeds of good will germinate and flourish.

24 ADLINK employees volunteered for the event.

Arts and Culture

International Art and Cultural Exchanges

Cultural Exchange Through Chinese Opera: "Art Unlimited" in Germany

With the aim of promoting arts and culture, the ADLINK Education Foundation has long supported the students of the National Taiwan College of Performing Arts. In 2016, for the first time, the foundation organized "ADLINK Art in Germany," a cultural exchange event focusing on the performing arts. In 2023, the ADLINK Education Foundation, the National Taiwan College of Performing Arts, Knoten der Kultur ("Knots of Culture"), and Agenda 21 (a community foundation based in the city of Diepholz) jointly organized the event "Art Unlimited", which once again brought the students of the National Taiwan College of Performing Arts to the international stage.

"Art Unlimited" took the form of a two-week cultural exchange program in Germany, with two large performances and three small performances as well as workshops in schools in the cities of Düsseldorf, Diepholz, Neuss, Grefrath, and Grevenbroich. The event was well received by the public and was picked up by the German and Taiwanese media. WDR television in Düsseldorf featured a report on the event in its evening news."Art Unlimited" took the form of a two-week cultural exchange program in Germany, with two large performances and three small performances as well as workshops in schools in the cities of Düsseldorf, Diepholz, Neuss, Grefrath, and Grevenbroich. The event was well received by the public and was picked up by the German and Taiwanese media. WDR television in Düsseldorf featured a report on the event in its evening news.

Among the 20 artists were 15 recipients of the ADLINK Arts Scholarship and volunteers. Three of them had already performed at "ADLINK Art in Germany" in 2016 and returned to the German stage after 8 years with even more exquisite performances. The performances, a collaboration between the Department of Jing Ju, the Department of Acrobatics, and the Department of Xi Qu Music, conveyed the spirit of "cultural exchange without borders, the integration of Chinese and Western arts without restrictions, and the potential of young Chinese opera artists without limits".

A total of 5 teachers from the National Taiwan College of Performing Arts led 20 students in the performance

2 large performances and 3 small performances as well as workshops on Chinese opera were held, with a total audience of about 2,000 people

4 German media covered the event and 12 press releases were published in Taiwan and abroad

Cultural Corridor

The ADLINK Education Foundation has installed a cultural exhibition wall in the corridor of the ADLINK employee cafeteria to present multimedia art exhibitions at irregular intervals. In 2023, students from the Department of Graphic Communication Arts of National Taiwan University of Arts joined the curatorial team and used their creativity to contribute even more diverse themes, including:

[Bring it on! Embark on a fantastic journey of FOCA!] 

Formosa Circus Art (FOCA) was founded in 2011. Most of the members of FOCA are graduates of the National Taiwan College of Performing Arts, whose students have been supported by the ADLINK Education Foundation for many years. As an important supporter of the performing arts, the foundation decided to invite FOCA and "turn ADLINK into a circus".Formosa Circus Art (FOCA) was founded in 2011. Most of the members of FOCA are graduates of the National Taiwan College of Performing Arts, whose students have been supported by the ADLINK Education Foundation for many years. As an important supporter of the performing arts, the foundation decided to invite FOCA and "turn ADLINK into a circus".

[Wu Wei-Chieh｜FLOW-ER][Wu Wei-Chieh｜UNIVASE]

Wu Wei-Chieh is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree at National Tsing Hua University's College of Arts. The young artist's exhibition series included the "FLOW-ER" charity sale, with proceeds going to World Vision International. The ADLINK Education Foundation uses its own platform to collaborate with student artists to give young people the opportunity to express their creativity and skills and bring their work to a wider audience.Wu Wei-Chieh is currently pursuing a bachelor's degree at National Tsing Hua University's College of Arts. The young artist's exhibition series included the "FLOW-ER" charity sale, with proceeds going to World Vision International. The ADLINK Education Foundation uses its own platform to collaborate with student artists to give young people the opportunity to express their creativity and skills and bring their work to a wider audience.

[Wang Hsun-Ta｜Theatre of the Body]

Wang Hsun-Ta holds a master's degree in visual journalism and documentary photography from De Montfort College in the United Kingdom. Wang has been photographing Taiwanese theater and performing arts for a long time. This time, the ADLINK Education Foundation presented a solo exhibition of photographs.

[Art Unlimited/Kunst ohne Grenzen Retrospective Exhibition]

"The art of Chinese opera is not only a form of performance, but also a form of cultural heritage, an aesthetics of life, and a form of social responsibility."

In August 2023, the ADLINK Education Foundation brought 20 students from the National Taiwan College of Performing Arts to Germany for a cultural exchange program. The exquisite performances of the students who shone on stage and their interaction with the German people at the Chinese opera workshops were enjoyed by ADLINK employees in their original form thanks to the Cultural Corridor.

Art Lectures

The lectures in 2023 included “Bars: A Rhapsody of Aesthetic Paradise” by Chang Zhi-Wei and “Poetry, Language, and Life” by Chiang Hsun, both of which aimed to bridge the gap between science, technology, and art.

A total of 2 master lectures were held, attended by 300 ADLINK employees.

Scholarships

In order to encourage young students who strive to learn and specialize in art, the ADLINK Education Foundation has successively established the Education Scholarship, Zhong-xian Scholarship and Arts Scholarship since 2008. The scholarships are offered to the children of ADLINK employees and students of the Taiwan Police College and Taiwan College of Performing Arts. Application measures were planned and begin in September of every year. A joint scholarship award ceremony is held in December.

Education Scholarship: Provided from 2008 to 2023

Arts Scholarship: Provided from 2014 to 2023

Zhong-xian Scholarship: Provided from 2016 to 2023

Amount of Scholarships Awarded by the ADLINK Education Foundation and Number of Recipients in the Past 3 Years (NT$ thousand)

Education Scholarship  

Amount in 2021: 410 , Number of people: 24 , Amount in 2022: 350 , Number of people:21 , Amount 2023: 310 , Number of people 17. 

Art Scholarship

Amount in 2021: 300 ,  Number of people: 28 , Amount in 2022: 300 , Number of people:28 , Amount 2023: 300 , Number of people 27. 

Zhong-xian Scholarship

 Amount in 2021: 400 ,  Number of people: 20 , Amount in 2022: 400 , Number of people:20 , Amount 2023: 400 , Number of people 20. 

Total Amount/Total Number of People

 Amount in 2021: 1,110,  Number of people: 72 , Amount in 2022: 1,050 , Number of people:69 , Amount 2023: 1,010 , Number of people 64.