FASCA San Diego and Los Angeles Chapters Unite for Cultural Exchange FASCA聖地牙哥與洛杉磯分會跨域交流共同研習臺灣文化

Yiya Formosa Director Susan Hsu(row 1 middle)Consulting Mentor Jennifer Hsu(row 2 left 1), Marian Liu(row 2 right 1), lecturer Irene Wang (row 4 right 1), Senior Adviser Robert Yang(row 3 left 1), Asst. Mentor Adam Wang (row 3 right 1) with all FASCA members 寶島文化村負責人許竹筠(前排中) 、諮詢導師徐芝蘭(二排左一)及柳靜娟(二排右一) 、僑務諮詢委員楊賢怡(三排左一) 、助理導師汪凡喜(三排右一) 、講師王家楓(四排右一)與全體青年文化大使合影

On November 16th, members of the San Diego and Los Angeles chapters of the Formosa Association of Student Cultural Ambassadors (FASCA) met for their first face to face cross-chapter interaction at Yiya Formosa. Approximately 50 students and 40 parents participated, alongside special guests Council Member of the Overseas Community Affairs Council Steve Hsieh, Senior Adviser of the Overseas Community Affairs Council Robert Yang, consulting mentor of FASCA-LA Jennifer Hsu, and consulting mentors Marian Liu, lecturer Irene Wang and assistant mentor Adam Wang of FASCA-SD.

The event began with a presentation by the Property Director Susan Hsu on Yiya Formosa’s history and its contributions to the local community, including opportunities for volunteering at next year’s Taiwan Fest. A highlight of the afternoon was a tea-making session by Tea Master Alice Young where students explored six types of tea—Green, White, Yellow, Oolong, Red, and Black—and learned the process of crafting Taiwan’s famous High Mountain Oolong tea. The tea-tasting experience gave participants a chance to savor authentic flavors and connect with Taiwan’s rich tea culture.

The event also featured creative arts and crafts activities, including making 3D sponge charms, crafting pumpkins with pipe cleaners, and designing personalized fans. These activities encouraged creativity and problem-solving while allowing students to create unique keepsakes. A teamwork challenge followed, where groups of six worked together to construct the tallest structure using balloons and tape, promoting leadership, communication, and strategic thinking.

To conclude, students explored Taiwanese shops in the venue, bonding with peers and experiencing cultural items such as snacks, tea, and handmade trinkets. The event strengthened connections between the two chapters while celebrating shared heritage.

Reflecting on the event, Marian Liu shared, “This cross-chapter interaction showcased the students’ creativity, leadership, and enthusiasm for sharing Taiwanese culture.“ “Events like this deepen their sense of cultural identity and foster meaningful connections,” said Jennifer Hsu.

Council Member Steve Hsieh and Senior Adviser Robert Yang both praised the event, encouraging students to continue promoting Taiwan’s rich traditions through cultural exchange.

This successful gathering demonstrated the power of cultural education and teamwork, leaving participants eager for future collaborations.

海外青年文化大使協會聖地牙哥與洛杉磯分會 (FASCA-SD & FASCA-LA )11月16日於橙縣安那罕市的寶島文化村(Yiya Formosa)舉辦跨域交流，共同研習臺灣文化。此次活動吸引近50位青年文化大使與40位家長參加，僑務委員謝家樹、僑務諮詢委員楊賢怡、洛杉磯分會諮詢導師徐芝蘭，以及聖地牙哥分會諮詢導師柳靜娟，講師王家楓與助理導師汪凡喜，也參與研習。

活動開場由寶島文化村負責人許竹筠介紹該文化村的背及社區貢獻，並鼓勵大家參與明年的臺灣文化節志工服務。接著進行精彩的茶藝體驗課程，青年文化大使們學習綠茶、白茶、黃茶、烏龍茶、紅茶與黑茶的知識，並深入了解臺灣高山烏龍茶的製作工藝。品嚐道地臺灣茶不僅讓青年文化大使們體驗臺灣茶文化的深厚底蘊，還能將這份傳統與家人朋友分享。

在創意手工環節，青年文化大使們發揮創造力繪製立體海綿吊飾、小南瓜及專屬設計的扇子。此外，大家還分組進行團隊合作挑戰，利用氣球與膠帶建造最高的球塔。比賽考驗團隊的溝通能力、領導才能與策略思維，最終成功的團隊贏得熱烈掌聲。

活動最後，青年文化大使們與同伴交流，並參觀寶島文化村內的臺灣特色商店，體驗臺灣零食、茶葉及手工飾品等文化商品。本次活動不僅加強FASCA聖地牙哥與洛杉磯分會之間的聯繫，更讓青年文化大使們對臺灣文化有更深刻的認識。

柳靜娟表示，這次的跨分會活動展現大使們的創造力、領導能力與對臺灣文化的熱忱。徐芝蘭則認為，這樣的活動不僅促進文化傳承，也加強青年文化大使們的身份認同。

謝家樹及楊賢怡都對活動給予高度評價，並鼓勵青年文化大使繼續透過文化交流推廣臺灣傳統的美好價值。

這次成功的跨域交流結合文化教育與互動體驗，深化兩分會間的聯繫，參與者都期待未來能有更多機會共同傳承與發揚臺灣文化。