Indigenous Language and Culture Series: Taiwanese Indigenous Culture Workshop: Weaving, History, and Music

When and Where

Friday, January 30, 2026 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
EAS Lounge, 14th Floor
Robarts Library

Speakers

Tsung, Chen-Hsien (Yuri Abaw), Indigenous Knowledge Keeper
Chen, Kwang-Po, Assistant Professor, National Chengchi University
Sheu, Su-fen, Indigenous Song Collector, National Chengchi University

Description

Language: Chinese with English translation

Taiwan is a key historical link among many Austronesian communities. It is home to 16 Indigenous groups and 15 officially recognized Indigenous languages. This one-day workshop brings together researchers and Indigenous artists from Taiwan to introduce Atayal weaving techniques and Paiwan music and instrument making. Participants will learn how weaving, music, and dance shape Indigenous life on the island, and how these practices continue to carry meaning for Taiwan’s Indigenous past and future.

Schedule

11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Atayal weaving workshop

1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Break

2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Paiwan and Atayal music and instrument workshop
 

Registration is required. Registration links close on Wednesday, January 28 at 5:00 PM.

Register for Atayal Weaving Workshop

Taiwanese Indigenous Culture Workshop: Weaving Workshop

Spots are limited to 30 participants and the first 15 registrants will receive a weaving kit to use during the workshop. If the workshop is full, registrants will be placed on a waitlist and notified if a spot becomes available.

 

Register for Paiwan and Atayal Music and Instrument Workshop

Taiwanese Indigenous Culture Workshop: Music Workshop

Spots are limited to 30 participants. If the workshop is full, registrants will be placed on a waitlist and notified if a spot becomes available.

Contact Information

Yanfei Li, Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, University of Toronto

Sponsors

Department of East Asian Studies, Global Taiwan Studies Initiative, The Munck School, National Chengchi University,Office of Experiential Learning & Outreach Support