Community – Page 3 – Sue The Wordsmith

Eva Salazar-Liu – Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Counseling Psychology

CoT / 2017, Author : Sue Babcock, Centered on Taipei, Community, People / March 15, 2017

Dr. Eva Salazar-Liu, a member of the Center’s counseling team since 1987, focused on cross-cultural issues and relationships. Her expertise included counseling on cross-cultural adjustment and conflict resolution. She emphasized self-reflection and open dialogue, listening to clients’ perspectives and creating culturally-sensitive interventions. Beyond counseling, she engaged in community work, provided pro bono assistance to overseas […]

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Alice Ballard – A Lady of Community Service and Compassion

CoT / 2017, Author : Sue Babcock, Centered on Taipei, Community, People / March 15, 2017

Alice Ballard, a beacon of compassion and community service, has dedicated thirteen years as a Volunteer Prison Visitor at Taipei Prison, offering support to foreign prisoners. Her legendary efforts include encouragement, humor, recruiting volunteers, and providing books, making a profound impact on incarcerated lives. Taiwan salutes Alice.

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Felix Hsieh : Advocate for the homeless in Taiwan

CoT / 2016, 2017, Author : Sue Babcock, Centered on Taipei, Community / December 16, 2016

Felix Hsieh: Advocate for the homeless in Taiwan. With 21 years of experience, he collaborates with NGOs and individuals to enhance service delivery for the homeless. Renowned as a leading citizen photo-journalist for PeoPo, he captures the lives of the homeless, raising public awareness and challenging government and community leaders. (Please click or tap on

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Pei Pei Tang : Environment advocate and community builder

CoT / 2016, 2017, Author : Pai Su-Yu, Centered on Taipei, Community / December 16, 2016

Pei Pei Tang: Environment advocate and community builder. Passionate about protecting Taiwan’s natural areas, she leads “clean-up Taiwan” projects, engaging friends and strangers to tackle beach trash and raise awareness of ocean pollution. Responding to storms, she clears blocked roadways for safe travel. Generous supporter of Community Services Center’s mission to connect local and international

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The Women in conversation conference Really Rocked

CoT / 2016, Author : Pai Su-Yu, Centered on Taipei, Community / April 15, 2016

The Women in Conversation organizers (Sue Babcock, Constance, Chao, Rachel Coupaud, Zee Dlamini, Prashantha Lachanna, Bunny Pacheco and Gabriele Seewald) created something extraordinary. Their conference was professionally executed by the selection of speakers addressing issues women face in the areas of business, finance, economics, beauty and health, and their deep personal connection with these issues.

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Women and the art of entrepreneurship

CoT / 2016, Author : Sue Babcock, Centered on Taipei, Community / March 20, 2016

Women entrepreneurs are transforming the business landscape with their fresh ideas and strong sense of purpose : “Le Boudoir” and “Peace Cafe” (Please click or tap on any thumbnail to view it in full screen and make it readable.) This Article was published in the Magazine “Centered on Taipei” Issue of March 2016 (Vol.16 |

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Tammy Turner Permaculture Pathfinder Extraordinaire

CoT / 2016, Author : Sue Babcock, Centered on Taipei, Community / March 15, 2016

According to a myth of the indigenous Taiwan Bunun people, everything in the world has relationships with human beings.

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The Couplets of Spring

CoT / 2016, Author : Sue Babcock, Centered on Taipei, Community / February 22, 2016

Long ago in ancient China, two revered gods possessed the extraordinary power to tame evil spirits. The people bestowed their trust in them, distributing redwood charms inscribed with their names every spring, ensuring powerful protection throughout the year.

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TAIPEI: World Design Capital for 2016

CoT / 2015, 2016, Author : Sue Babcock, Centered on Taipei, Community / January 15, 2016

The countdown begins: Taipei, announced as the 2016 World Design Capital, will reign for a year starting December 31st, 2015. Selected by a committee of industry experts, it’s a testament to Taipei’s bidding credentials.

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An Autumn Snapshot of Taipei Celebrations

CoT / 2015, Author : Sue Babcock, Centered on Taipei, Community / October 5, 2015

A wise friend once wrote a poignant message to her organization, which stated that understanding the art and culture of another country will bring you into the hearts and minds of its people. (Please click or tap on any thumbnail to view it in full screen and make it readable.) This Article was

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