About Us

We are young people connected to Taiwan in various ways—biographically, culturally, politically, or otherwise.

United by our commitment to Taiwan as a free and democratic state, we strive to strengthen German-Taiwanese relations on all levels.

tasks and objectives

  • Strengthening relations between Germany and Taiwan, as well as promoting understanding of Taiwan’s situation among young people.
  • Political education and awareness-raising in society, particularly among the youth.
  • Organization of activities and events.
  • Exchange with other youth associations and organizations at national and international levels to contribute to solidarity among people of different nationalities, ethnicities, and cultures.

Founding Declaration

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We, the Young Taiwan Initiative of the DTG e.V., today (December 10, 2019), on the international day of human rights, declare our foundation as a young section within the German-Taiwanese Association e.V.

We are young people feeling attached to Taiwan. Whether with biographical, cultural, political or other reasons – we are all united and standing up for Taiwan. We advocate a free and democratic constitutional state as well as the improvement of German-Taiwanese relations at all levels.

As the Young Taiwan Initiative of the DTG e.V., we stand non-partisanly for the deepening and promotion of political, social, cultural, scientific and economic relations with Taiwan and we stand resolutely against all those who question Taiwan’s freedom, right to self-determination and security. We contradict Taiwan’s isolation in the international system.

Whether in the Civicus Global Report, in the Freedom in the World Index by Freedom House, in the Bertelsmann Transformation Index, in Reporters Without Borders or Transparency International: Taiwan has become a beacon for democracy and human rights in Asia – we demand recognition for this.

On December 10th, we will not only remember the Universal Declaration of Human Rights of 1948, but also stand by Taiwan and those who fight for democracy and human rights.

Positions JTI/DTG

  • International participation: Support for observer status and meaningful inclusion of Taiwan in international organizations such as WHO, UNFCCC, ICAO, and Interpol.
  • Entry policy: Adjustment of Germany’s entry restrictions for Taiwanese politicians to align with European practices and modern regulations.
  • Parliamentary group: Support for the establishment of a “German-Taiwanese Parliamentary Group” in the German Bundestag.
  • Trade agreement: Initiation of EU negotiations on a trade agreement with Taiwan to strengthen economic cooperation.
  • Economic cooperation: Deepening joint projects in the semiconductor industry and in the field of climate neutrality.
  • Security policy cooperation: Expansion of security policy cooperation with Taiwan as a value-based partner of Germany in light of geopolitical tensions.
  • Cybersecurity: Intensification of exchanges with Taiwan in the field of cybersecurity and combating disinformation.
  • Cultural exchange: Securing and expanding funding for cultural exchange between Taiwan and Germany

Statutes / Rules of Procedure

§ 1 General Provisions
The Young Taiwan Initiative represents the interests of the young members of the German-Taiwanese Society (Deutsch-Taiwanische Gesellschaft e.V., DTG).
It is subject to the statutes of the DTG. If the statutes do not contain specific provisions, the DTG statutes shall apply accordingly.
The full name of the association in English is: Young Taiwan Initiative
The full name of the association in Mandarin is: 德國台青會

§ 2 Tasks and Objectives
The overarching objectives of JTI and DTG are identical.
JTI pursues the following specific tasks and objectives:

  • Strengthening relations between Germany and Taiwan and promoting understanding of Taiwan’s situation among young people.
  • Political education and awareness-raising in society, particularly among the youth.
  • Organization of activities and events.
  • Exchange with other youth associations and organizations at the national and international level to contribute to solidarity among people of different nationalities, ethnicities, and cultures.

§ 3 Membership
All DTG members under the age of 35 are automatically voting members of JTI. There is only a unified membership structure.

JTI does not charge its own membership fees. Membership fees are handled through the DTG office.

Membership data is maintained by the DTG office based on the information provided for DTG membership.

§ 4 General Assembly
A regular general assembly takes place at least once a year.

Extraordinary general assemblies may be held at any time with at least two weeks’ prior notice. They must be convened if at least one-third of the members request it.

During the general assembly, an attendance list and minutes shall be kept, documenting at least the resolutions, including any election results, and shall be submitted to the DTG board in a timely manner.

Resolutions are passed by a simple majority. Amendments to the statutes require a two-thirds majority of the attending members.

Every general assembly is quorate, regardless of the number of participants.

§ 5 Committee
The committee consists of six roles (including two spokespersons):

A. Head of Events

  • Responsible for annual planning and execution of events.
  • Preparation of a budget plan for events.

B. Head of Communications

  • Conceptualization and management of all internal and external communication channels (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, Email, Website, etc.).
  • Planning and execution of cross-media campaigns.

C. Head of JTI Community

  • Coordination of recruitment activities.
  • Member support (regular meetings, general assembly, internal communication, newsletter, etc.).

D. Head of Partnerships / Network

  • Acquisition of new partners and development of a network for Taiwan-related topics and programs.

E. Advocacy / Strategy (2 Spokespersons)

  • Oversight of cross-group collaborations.
  • Identification of priorities and alignment of implementation strategies.
  • Representation of JTI, reporting in the general assembly (JTI & DTG), and planning monthly board meetings.

JTI elects two spokespersons and four heads.

The committee term is two years, with the possibility of re-election.

The election must be announced at least four weeks before the general assembly.

The JTI spokespersons are the direct contacts for the DTG board. Regular exchanges take place regarding common tasks and objectives.

§ 6 Financial Resources
The administration of financial resources is handled by the DTG office.

§ 7 Dissolution
JTI may be dissolved by resolution of the JTI general assembly. The provisions of the DTG statutes shall apply accordingly.