About
AMMPE Taiwan, Republic of China is the national chapter of the global organization Asociación Mundial de Mujeres Periodistas y Escritoras (AMMPE). Founded on November 26, 1986, by the pioneering journalist and founder of The China Post, Nancy Yu Huang余夢燕, the chapter was inaugurated in Taipei with 100 distinguished founding members. Today, the chapter thrives as a dynamic network of over 150 active professionals spanning the media, journalism, broadcasting, and literature sectors. AMMPE Taiwan has hosted the prestigious AMMPE World Congress three times, demonstrating its prominent standing in the global community.
Activities & Initiatives
Key Details & Activities The chapter is currently led by President Rebecca Hu. It aims to foster collaboration among female journalists and writers, celebrating their contributions to the media landscape and providing a platform for global networking. Connecting Taiwanese women journalists and writers with international media professionals to foster global dialogue. Elevating the professional skills, status, and social impact of women working across diverse media landscapes. Cultural Exchange: Promoting Taiwan's media freedom and cultural achievements through international conferences and delegation visits. Empowerment: Serving as an essential platform for mentorship, knowledge sharing, and advocacy for gender equality in media. Community & Arts: The chapter maintains a choir that performs at official gatherings and year-end celebrations Recent Events: A delegation from AMMPE Taiwan attended the World Media Congress in 2023 to represent the region's female media perspective.
Chapter Team
Susan Yeh 葉樹姍
Vice-President 副理事長
Veteran media professional, renowned as an award-wining Broadcaster and TV presenter, former CEO of Da-Ai TV，Director of Cultural Affairs Bureau, Taichung City Government. Current serving as President of Juming Culture and Education Foundation; Board Member of Tzu-Chi Communication and Culture Foundation.
Charng Yuh-Huey常玉慧
Director理事
Senior reporter of CHINA TIMES, host of National Educational Radio. Currently serving as the Vice Chairman of Taipei Medical Technology Co., Ltd.
Chen Jing-Yi 陳景怡
Director理事
Senior reporter and news anchor at Taiwan Television Enterprise (TTV)， and later served as a program producer and host, building extensive experience in the media industry. Deputy General Manager of momo Shopping Network and General Manager of momo Kids TV. With over 40 years of service in the media and television industry.
Cheng Ru-Ching鄭如晴
Director理事
Writer and retired university professor. Former chief editor of newspaper, executive director of a foundation, and deputy editor-in-chief of a biweekly magazine. Specializes in fiction and prose, with more than ten published books.
Chin Shiu-Li 靳秀麗
Director理事
Veteran Anchor and Host accumulated 35 years in the field of media and communications. Transitioned to a second career as a counseling psychologist following early retirement in midlife.
Chou Chao-Fei 周昭翡
Director理事
Senior Editor, She is a two-time recipient of the Golden Tripod Award for Best Editor in the Humanities and Arts, a prestigious honor bestowed by the Executive Yuan. Her published works include the short story collection The Tide Watcher and the scholarly interview collection Expanding Humanistic Horizons. Currently serving as Editor-in-Chief of Unitas PublishingCo.,Ltd.
Lan Shuan 蘭萱
Director理事
Senior Political Journalist , Radio/ TV Host & Pundi，Author for several books and columns focusing on gender issues ,social observation and personal growth.
Lee Fei-Horng 李蜚鴻
Director理事
Senior reporter & Editor, Deputy Editor-in-Chief of CHINA TIMES, Vice President & General Manager of MANDARIN DAILY NEWS. Renowned for hosting and organizing over a hundred public health seminars and medicalforums. Former Secretary General of Taiwan R.O.C. Chapter
Lydia,KU,Ming-I顧名儀
Director理事
Veteran broadcast journalist and anchor with extensive experience in television news, Lydia Ku has built a distinguished career spanning both the media and academic sectors. Currently serves as a university professor while maintaining active engagement in business and public affairs.
Jacqueline,Shen Yi-ting 沈依婷
Director理事
Senoir reporter ,Anchor and PR manager at Taiwan Television Enterprise(TTV)， Vice President at Gala TV News Department，Secretary Generalat Chinese Taipei Olympic Committee，Member of Women and Sports Committee at Olympic Council of Asia. Currently serving as Senior Advisor at Chinese Taipei Olympic Committee.
Sophia Tien田麗雲
Director理事
Veteran broadcast media professional, has won the Golden Bell Award for her radio programs eight times. Currently serving as chief content Officer for ProVoice Culture Media.
Tang Pi-Yun湯碧雲
Director理事
Senior reporter and Deputy Editor-in-Chief at China Times. Currently serving as General Manager of OR Magazine (On the Road), a cultural travel monthly founded in 2012.Based in Taipei, Taiwan, the magazine focuses on in-depth storytelling and global cultural exploration.
Tao Ling-Yu陶令瑜
Director理事
Senior political journalist and news commentator. Later served as senior Manager and Acting Spokesperson for Taiwan High Speed Rail Corporation's Public Affairs Division. Currently serving as Director of the Impact Department at McDonald's Taiwan, in charge of corporate communications and sustainability initiatives.
Wang Hung-wei 王鴻薇
supervisor監事
Senior journalist and politician currently serving in the Legislative Yuan. Previously, she spent nearly two decades as a financial reporter and editor at major media outlets like the United Daily News. She transitioned into politics in 2006, serving five terms as a Taipei City Councilor before her election to the national legislature in 2024, where she has established an assertive and media-savvy presence.
Shiu Yi-Wei 徐翊維
supervisor監事
Editor with over two decades of experience at My Home Magazine, they produce content that primarily caters to a female audience, focusing on family, daily life, and personal growth.
Agnes, Ou Yang Yuan-Mei 歐陽元美
Executive Supervisor 常務監事
A senior and key member of the Board of Directors and Supervisor. Senior reporter later served as Coordinator, Overseas News Liaison Office ,and Director ,Editor in Chief Office of United Daily News more than 30 years.
Susan Huang 黃淑慎
CFO財務長
Senior reporter of Commercial Times,Special assistant to the Publisher of Commercial Times,Financial Manager of Zigen Association R.O.C.
Lee Li Heng 李莉珩
Secretary General 秘書長
udnreporter1967@gmail.com
Senior journalist, author, and current editorial writer at the Merit Times.
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