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As a Taiwanese, I'm quite shocked by the gender inequality you mentioned. Never thought this kind of things would happen in Taiwan. I don't think it's a north or south thing, yes, southern Taiwan is more conservative, but entering doors by gender? It's inconceivable. What kind of school are you teaching at? Private school or public school? The only two reasons that come up with me is that, first, maybe this school takes school grades *very* *serious* and the teachers and parents do not want the students to have love relationship. Second is this school may be a religious school, this kind of school tends to be more conservative.
Hello Huei! Thank you for your comment and insight!! This may definitely be something I had not considered when trying to understand the bigger picture the classroom! I teach at 3 different public schools during my work week. And to be clear, it's not like the girls are chastised or the boys are put on some kind of pedestal but teams or even boys/girls working together in class projects is definitely discouraged. I have learned to tread lightly when asking about change that I don't necessarily agree with. I am still a guest in this country and I am still learning about the culture and I don't want to offend anyone by thinking my ideas are better than what is the cultural standard. - Leah
@@Justin_Leah FYI, Female lawmakers in Taiwan accounted for 42.5 percent of the total seats in the Legislature in January 2022, while in USA, Counting both the House of Representatives and the Senate, 144 of 539 seats - or 27% - are held by women. Now you can tell me which country，Taiwan or USA， has greater gender inequality.
Hello G.G! Thank you for your comment. I think this may be a misunderstanding. At no point did I ever compare Taiwan to the US. Additionally, my understanding of work dynamics will always be a work in progress. We are guests here, not experts. I learn so much here! One thing I absolutely have grown to appreciate is the ability to just listen to people to understand THEIR perspective. I do not have a large number of Taiwanese colleagues and friends but they do share their experiences with me about the dynamics of work. Considering they do not know each other, they all have different jobs, different industries, but all have similar stories, I will not dismiss or discount their experiences. Of course, this could be so many things I'm not aware of... tenure, location, seniority, education, previous work experiences in addition to not knowing a broader array of people in Taiwan. This is also why I stated my ignorance in not knowing if this could perhaps be a north/south thing. The one piece of consistent feedback I received from THEIR experiences (not mine) is that it is NOT equal. I still do not have a understanding why my co-teacher separates the boys/girls but I DO understand that SHE feels its' necessary and will respect what she has done for years to have a well run classroom. The statistics of women holding positions of power is incredibly impressive in Taiwan. I talk about this all the time to people back home. It, however, does not change the fact that people (at least in my small social corner) feel a bit differently and they deserve to be heard too. - Leah
Interesting video :) As a taiwanese girl, I've never experienced any gender inequality issue during school years (sometimes treated better cause boys can be quite naughty XD) Kind of eye-opening for me that this is still an issue somewhere in the country.
Sharon, I'm so glad to read this! I teach in 3 different schools through out my work week and there may be many more factors that I am not aware of that this is the "norm" where I am. It's not horrible but it is different. - Leah
I had gone to school in Taiwan for much more than 20 years and I hadn't had the experience that boys were asked to enter the classroom through the front door while the girls from the back door nor had I heard of such a thing. What you talked really makes my jaw drop!
Thank you for your comment. Perhaps it is a difference between Southern rural schools versus Urban schools or schools in the North. Leah teaches at a rural School in southern Taiwan.
I've gone to school in southern, central and northern Taiwan including both of rural and urban schools and my classmates were nationwide. What you mentioned sounds like a story from a Muslim world.
I’m sorry to hear about your experience in Vietnam! But hey congrats to you guys yeay. Every countries has their own good and bad. Anyway Taiwan it’s beautiful place for your guys ❤️hugs
Congratulations on your 1 year anniversary!!! I’m sorry to hear about your experience in Vietnam but I’m glad to hear Taiwan has been healing. Taiwan looks beautiful especially from your overlay videos. I hope you find a balance between work and home. The door entry for females and males sounds a lot like my culture. Instead of door entry the men eat first and then the women eat last when there is company over or a big feast among other things. There has been tremendous strides made in my community: female politicians, female school boards, female professionals and etc. It gives me hope for the next generations to come.
Ms. Evelyn, that's a great question. As an expat, I've run into many things I have challenges agreeing with. However, for me, it's important to remember, I am a guest in "x" country, this is a different culture that may do things differently, and I'm only here for short amount of time. In this instance, I do what I can like let the girls answer questions first, let them line up to leave first, etc., but totally uprooting a culture because I don't agree with it is practicing what we call "being the ugly American". Our way is not the only way and that's something I learn about constantly.
Hi Nieh - Thank you for such thoughtful words. Please don't feel the need to apologize. My time in Vietnam was a beautiful experience that taught me a lot about self. I definitely would not be the person I am today with out them. And I hope I didn't make you think ALL of Vietnam was horrible because it wasn't. - much love - leah
Congratulations on your anniversary for being in Taiwan!!! Where are you in this episode. You both look great. I'm so happy you had some trauma in Vietnam 😢. Even happier you are healing 😃
Hi Aunt Cindy. We filmed this video from our AirBnB in Taipei. We thought the house was unique and different. We've left a link for anyone interested in looking at the entire apartment.
Congratulations on one year in Taiwan! 🎉🎉🎉 Your videos are making us really want to visit the country. Had no idea that boys and girls were divided like that in the classroom. Just goes to show that changes don't just happen overnight.
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I just accepted a job in Taiwan and I'm currently waiting on my work permit to process and I'm super excited/nervous to go!
Congratulations 🎉 Taiwan is a great place to live! We're sure you'll love it. Do you know where you'll be placed? Dm us on Instagram if you have any questions!
@@Justin_Leah Yes I'll be working in Chiayi City 😁
Beautiful area! And it has the HSR!
As a Taiwanese, I'm quite shocked by the gender inequality you mentioned. Never thought this kind of things would happen in Taiwan. I don't think it's a north or south thing, yes, southern Taiwan is more conservative, but entering doors by gender? It's inconceivable. What kind of school are you teaching at? Private school or public school? The only two reasons that come up with me is that, first, maybe this school takes school grades *very* *serious* and the teachers and parents do not want the students to have love relationship. Second is this school may be a religious school, this kind of school tends to be more conservative.
Hello Huei! Thank you for your comment and insight!! This may definitely be something I had not considered when trying to understand the bigger picture the classroom! I teach at 3 different public schools during my work week. And to be clear, it's not like the girls are chastised or the boys are put on some kind of pedestal but teams or even boys/girls working together in class projects is definitely discouraged. I have learned to tread lightly when asking about change that I don't necessarily agree with. I am still a guest in this country and I am still learning about the culture and I don't want to offend anyone by thinking my ideas are better than what is the cultural standard. - Leah
There must be some misunderstanding. It is not a typical school in Taiwan. Most probably, it is a religious school.
@@Justin_Leah FYI, Female lawmakers in Taiwan accounted for 42.5 percent of the total seats in the Legislature in January 2022, while in USA, Counting both the House of Representatives and the Senate, 144 of 539 seats - or 27% - are held by women.
Now you can tell me which country，Taiwan or USA， has greater gender inequality.
Hello G.G! Thank you for your comment. I think this may be a misunderstanding. At no point did I ever compare Taiwan to the US. Additionally, my understanding of work dynamics will always be a work in progress. We are guests here, not experts. I learn so much here! One thing I absolutely have grown to appreciate is the ability to just listen to people to understand THEIR perspective. I do not have a large number of Taiwanese colleagues and friends but they do share their experiences with me about the dynamics of work. Considering they do not know each other, they all have different jobs, different industries, but all have similar stories, I will not dismiss or discount their experiences. Of course, this could be so many things I'm not aware of... tenure, location, seniority, education, previous work experiences in addition to not knowing a broader array of people in Taiwan. This is also why I stated my ignorance in not knowing if this could perhaps be a north/south thing. The one piece of consistent feedback I received from THEIR experiences (not mine) is that it is NOT equal. I still do not have a understanding why my co-teacher separates the boys/girls but I DO understand that SHE feels its' necessary and will respect what she has done for years to have a well run classroom. The statistics of women holding positions of power is incredibly impressive in Taiwan. I talk about this all the time to people back home. It, however, does not change the fact that people (at least in my small social corner) feel a bit differently and they deserve to be heard too. - Leah
Interesting video :)
As a taiwanese girl, I've never experienced any gender inequality issue during school years (sometimes treated better cause boys can be quite naughty XD) Kind of eye-opening for me that this is still an issue somewhere in the country.
Sharon, I'm so glad to read this! I teach in 3 different schools through out my work week and there may be many more factors that I am not aware of that this is the "norm" where I am. It's not horrible but it is different. - Leah
I had gone to school in Taiwan for much more than 20 years and I hadn't had the experience that boys were asked to enter the classroom through the front door while the girls from the back door nor had I heard of such a thing. What you talked really makes my jaw drop!
Thank you for your comment. Perhaps it is a difference between Southern rural schools versus Urban schools or schools in the North. Leah teaches at a rural School in southern Taiwan.
I've gone to school in southern, central and northern Taiwan including both of rural and urban schools and my classmates were nationwide. What you mentioned sounds like a story from a Muslim world.
Nope, a true story from Tainan Taiwan
I’m sorry to hear about your experience in Vietnam! But hey congrats to you guys yeay.
Every countries has their own good and bad. Anyway Taiwan it’s beautiful place for your guys ❤️hugs
Thanks! We're afraid we're going to get a little spoiled here in taiwan. LOL
Congratulations on your 1 year anniversary!!! I’m sorry to hear about your experience in Vietnam but I’m glad to hear Taiwan has been healing.
Taiwan looks beautiful especially from your overlay videos. I hope you find a balance between work and home.
The door entry for females and males sounds a lot like my culture. Instead of door entry the men eat first and then the women eat last when there is company over or a big feast among other things. There has been tremendous strides made in my community: female politicians, female school boards, female professionals and etc. It gives me hope for the next generations to come.
I (Justin) hope everything goes smoothly for your transition to TW. I think it will be an amazing adventure for you!
Lea how do you deal with sexism in the class room.
Ms. Evelyn, that's a great question. As an expat, I've run into many things I have challenges agreeing with. However, for me, it's important to remember, I am a guest in "x" country, this is a different culture that may do things differently, and I'm only here for short amount of time. In this instance, I do what I can like let the girls answer questions first, let them line up to leave first, etc., but totally uprooting a culture because I don't agree with it is practicing what we call "being the ugly American". Our way is not the only way and that's something I learn about constantly.
My heart sank when you talked about processing the trauma from Vietnam. Much love and support to you!
Hi Nieh - Thank you for such thoughtful words. Please don't feel the need to apologize. My time in Vietnam was a beautiful experience that taught me a lot about self. I definitely would not be the person I am today with out them. And I hope I didn't make you think ALL of Vietnam was horrible because it wasn't. - much love - leah
Congratulations on your anniversary for being in Taiwan!!! Where are you in this episode. You both look great.
I'm so happy you had some trauma in Vietnam 😢. Even happier you are healing 😃
Hi Aunt Cindy. We filmed this video from our AirBnB in Taipei. We thought the house was unique and different. We've left a link for anyone interested in looking at the entire apartment.
How much longer do you think you will live in Taiwan?
At least another year....
Congratulations on one year in Taiwan! 🎉🎉🎉 Your videos are making us really want to visit the country.
Had no idea that boys and girls were divided like that in the classroom. Just goes to show that changes don't just happen overnight.
Such a truth!!! If you ever have an opportunity to visit, please let us know!! We would love to meet up! - Leah
@@Justin_Leah Definitely! 😃