Unveil the old town of Taoyuan City

Zhongli District in Taoyuan City was originally settled by the Hakka people. The valley formed by a stream was called "Li" in the Hakka language, and the location surrounded by Laojie River and Xinjie River was named "Jianzai". During the Japanese colonial period, the area was renamed "Zhongli Street", which became the main road connecting the north and south. The area near the Laojie River(老街溪) is known as the "Laojie District", and it is home to Japanese-style buildings, century-old shops, Hakka culture, and the Laojie River which has greatly influenced the local way of life. Unfortunately, with the passing of time, many local youths and immigrants are no longer familiar with the historical context of this area. In order to preserve this unique cultural heritage, we hope to raise awareness and interest in the history of Zhongli Laojie District and achieve the goal of cultural preservation.

Host Organization Chung Yuan Christian University(中原大學) is built upon the principles of Christian love for the world. With unwavering faith, hope, and love, we strive to advance higher education. To encourage our teachers and students to engage with society through "Love and Professionalism", and to empower our students to integrate their knowledge into action through "Learning by Doing", the University established the "Office of Service Learning Project" in March 2007. This project was later renamed the "Service Learning Center" in March 2008, with the purpose of promoting service-learning courses and projects in a systematic and ongoing manner. The Center also encourages our students to participate in social services, fulfill their civic responsibilities, and develop their core competencies for future employment. In 2019, we expanded our efforts by taking over the "Taolien Youth Volunteer Service Center" from the Youth Development Administration, Ministry of Education. Our goal is to create a youth-friendly volunteer service platform in Taoyuan and collaborate with schools, associations, and organizations to encourage the youth to participate in volunteer services and elevate the energy of youth volunteerism in Taoyuan.

Aims: 1. To foster cultural exchange between local and international youth, and promote an appreciation for the history and culture of Zhongli Laojie District. 2. To facilitate the sharing of diverse international cultures and broaden children’s global perspectives.

work : 

- Participate in community services provided by local communities or non-governmental organizations, and assist in old house renovations and Laojie Rive cleanup work.