National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) and the Tainan City Government deepen local governance and social impact through cross-sector collaboration. The Bureau of Labor partnered with NCKU’s Continuing Education Center to launch the “Labor Leadership University—Elite Program,” featuring six core courses—including AI and ESG—to enhance the competitiveness of employed workers. In the same year, the “2024 Tainan Environmental Law Symposium” was held at NCKU’s International Conference Hall, where city departments joined forces with academia to strengthen practical dialogue linking legal frameworks and environmental protection. The city government and NCKU also jointly designated Tainan’s third Air Quality Maintenance Zone, advancing air-pollution control and regional health through university–government collaboration.
On the cultural front, the Bureau of Culture and NCKU signed an MOU outlining a three-year plan for courses and training, volunteer capacity building, 3D scanning of cultural artifacts, and “Tainan 400” route design—bolstering the city’s cultural capacity. In human rights education, NCKU co-hosted the opening of the 2024 Tainan International Human Rights Arts Festival with the National Human Rights Museum, focusing on marginalized groups and fostering public dialogue and care.
Overall, these initiatives are documented on public webpages of both the city and the university. Covering labor empowerment, environmental law, air-quality governance, cultural education, and human rights promotion, NCKU leverages institutionalized city partnerships to deliver verifiable local public impact.
- Tainan City Government Labor Affairs Bureau × NCKU Extension Education Center Co-host “Labor Leadership University Elite Program”:
The Tainan City Government Bureau of Labor, in collaboration with the Continuing Education Center of National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), organized the “Labor Leadership University Elite Program.” The curriculum combines labor rights, leadership training, and professional skill development to help labor leaders strengthen their expertise and management capabilities. Through expert lectures and interactive learning, the program cultivates the influence of labor representatives in both the workplace and public affairs, while also promoting communication and cooperation between labor groups, government, and industry. The initiative aims to foster professional and modernized labor leadership talent.- 2024 Tainan Environmental Law Symposium (Jointly Organized by the Tainan City Government Department of Legal Affairs, Environmental Protection Bureau, and the NCKU Department of Law):
The 2024 Tainan City Government Environmental Law Symposium was jointly organized by the Department of Legal Affairs, the Environmental Protection Bureau of Tainan City Government, and the Department of Law at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU). The symposium aimed to promote professional exchange and development in the field of environmental law. It focused on the legal foundations and practical challenges of environmental protection policies, inviting experts, government officials, and legal practitioners to share their perspectives and explore how legal frameworks can enhance environmental governance effectiveness. The symposium not only strengthened collaboration between academia and the public sector but also provided professional support and solutions for local sustainable development and environmental justice.- The City Government and NCKU Join Hands! Establishing Tainan City's Third Air Quality Maintenance Zone:
The Tainan City Government, in collaboration with National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), has established the city’s third “Air Quality Maintenance Zone” and held an inauguration ceremony. Centered around NCKU and its affiliated hospital, the zone aims to reduce air pollution by restricting the entry of high-emission vehicles, promoting low-carbon transportation, and advocating emission-reduction measures. This initiative not only demonstrates the joint commitment of the city government and academia to safeguarding air quality but also symbolizes the shared goal of both campus and city in advancing toward sustainable and healthy environmental development.- A Powerful Partnership! The Cultural Affairs Bureau and NCKU Sign a Memorandum of Understanding to Promote Cultural and Educational Collaboration:
The Tainan City Government’s Bureau of Culture and the College of Liberal Arts at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to jointly promote cultural and educational development. Through resource sharing and collaborative exchange, the partnership will advance cultural heritage preservation, the promotion of literature and the arts, and stronger connections between the campus and the local community. This initiative not only deepens the integration of academic research with local culture but also provides students with opportunities for practical engagement and learning, further enhancing cultural influence and educational quality. It represents a new model of collaboration among government, academia, and the community.
- 2024 Tainan International Human Rights Art Festival Opens — Highlighting Care for Marginalized Communities (Co-hosted by the National Human Rights Museum and National Cheng Kung University):
The 2024 Tainan International Human Rights Arts Festival opened at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), co-hosted by the National Human Rights Museum and NCKU. Centered on the theme of “Caring for Marginalized Groups,” the event explored human rights issues and social justice through artistic performances, films, forums, and workshops. The opening ceremony drew many faculty, students, and citizens, highlighting art as an important platform for public discussion and human rights education. The festival not only fostered local and international exchange but also emphasized using art to inspire greater understanding and support for disadvantaged groups, embedding human rights values more deeply into everyday life and culture.