Amis Daughter-in-Law Su Chiao-hui Attends Harvest Festival, Reiterates Indigenous Policies

Su Chiao-hui, a legislator and candidate for New Taipei mayor, participated in the Amis harvest festival in Taitung, highlighting her connection to the indigenous community through marriage. As an "Amis daughter-in-law," she emphasized the importance of cultural exchange and understanding.

During her visit, Su outlined three major policy proposals aimed at enhancing the lives of indigenous peoples in New Taipei City. She stressed the significance of traditional festivals, like the Amis harvest ceremony, in maintaining cultural identity and community bonds. "For the Amis, Kaput (age grade) companions are like another family," she stated, underscoring the deep sense of kinship and shared responsibility within the community.

Her first policy initiative focuses on expanding subsidies for traditional ceremonies. Currently, subsidies cover transportation costs for returning home for these events. Su plans to broaden this support to include "charter bus" options, making participation more accessible and encouraging greater attendance. This aims to alleviate the financial burden on tribal members and strengthen the continuity of cultural practices.

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For the Amis, Kaput (age grade) companions are like another family.

Secondly, Su pledged to support the restoration of traditional indigenous social systems. She intends to include activities related to age grades within the scope of government subsidies, thereby assisting tribes in preserving their valuable cultural heritage. This policy acknowledges the importance of traditional governance and social structures in indigenous communities.

Finally, Su proposed the establishment of an "Indigenous Youth Group" in New Taipei City. This group would unite youth from all 16 recognized indigenous tribes and create a platform for engaging in public affairs. The goal is to foster greater involvement of indigenous youth in policy discussions and decision-making processes, ensuring their perspectives and voices are genuinely considered when developing policies that affect their communities.

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I propose 'three major indigenous policies' to provide better living care, cultural inheritance, and institutional support for indigenous friends in New Taipei City.