In IWAT, We can make a difference together
Welcome Letter from the President of IWAT
Dear IWAT Members, Friends, and Visitors,
On behalf of the entire IWAT board, it is my great pleasure to warmly welcome you to a brand-new and exciting IWAT year!As President of the International Women's Association of Taichung, I am truly looking forward to an energetic and inspiring year ahead—one filled with new connections, meaningful experiences, and plenty of laughter and learning. Together with our dedicated board members, I am full of energy and new ideas to make this year as enjoyable, inclusive, and enriching as possible for everyone.At IWAT, we believe in the power of community and connection.
Whether you’re new to Taichung, a long-time resident, or a local member, we warmly invite you to be part of this vibrant and international network of women. Through a wide variety of events—ranging from workshops, creative gatherings, and cultural outings to sports and wellness activities—we hope to offer something for everyone.
Giving back is also at the heart of what we do. Each year, IWAT proudly supports local charities and community initiatives. By joining us, you are not only enriching your own life, but also helping to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. If you ever have questions, ideas, or suggestions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. I would love to hear from you at iwatpresident@gmail.com.We can't wait to welcome you to our upcoming events and to see you connect, grow, and thrive within our IWAT community. Here’s to a joyful, connected, and inspiring IWAT year ahead!
Warm regards,
Brenda GodschalkPresident,
International Women’s Association of Taichung (IWAT)
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PREMATURE BABY FOUNDATION OF TAIWAN
TAIPEI WOMEN'S RESCUE FOUNDATION
There are more than 200,000 babies born in Taiwan each year, of which 8~10% are born prematurely. These babies, nearly 20,000 each year, and their parents are faced with numerous challenges, frustrations, and worries for the uncertain future.
However, with proper medical care, premature babies can lead a normal life. To help premature babies overcome difficulties and grow up healthy, Premature Baby Foundation of Taiwan was jointly founded by Mackay Memorial Hospital and many other non-profit organizations in January 1992.
PBF is dedicated to ensuring that every premature baby has access to proper medical care of the best possible quality. The Foundation also seeks to raise awareness of prematurity as a serious problem and educate the public in order to reduce the rate of premature births.
Taipei Women’s Rescue Foundation (TWRF) was formally registered in September of 1987 to provide legal consultation and counseling to girls and women in the sex trade and to help them return to their families and society.
The foundation has been a pioneer in the effort to eliminate the trafficking of women in Taiwan and was established with a mission to eradicate child prostitution which, as recently as 1987, was a serious problem, most notably with economically disadvantaged parents selling their daughters into prostitution.