TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — The American Chamber of Commerce in Taiwan (AmCham Taiwan) has partnered up with the American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) for a forum that promotes inclusion in the workplace.

The DEIA (diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility) Celebration Forum on Thursday (April 18) saw 100 company representatives, government officials, and VIP guests, including Vice President-elect Hsiao Bi-khim (蕭美琴), gather in Taipei. The goal was to promote an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment in the workplace. 

Forum attendees pointed out the progress made in this area in both Taiwan and the U.S. They also shared best practices to improve global workforce competitiveness.

AmCham Taiwan Chair Dan Silver commented, “Inclusive economies are engines of growth.” Meanwhile, AIT Director Sandra Oudkirk said it was important to keep working together on creating a “more inclusive and equitable future.”

The vice president-elect talked about her alma mater Oberlin College in Ohio, which is well known for its inclusivity. Hsiao added that government support for inclusive practices was also important. 

“We will continue to take proactive measures to ensure that society and environment are fair to all, and that broader awareness and education initiatives are also supported by the government,” Hsiao said.