曾子庭（台灣性別平等教育協會實習生）／整理撰寫
12 月初，性平協與國際 NGO 組織 Plan International 日本分會（Plan International JP） 的青年成員，進行了一次以高中生、大學生的經驗與觀察為主體，針對性別平等、青年參與等議題的交流與對話。
交流會一開始先由協會目前就讀高中與大學的實習生，向對方介紹台灣性別平等教育的推動歷程與現況。接著，由 Plan International JP 的成員分享他們曾執行的專案，並在提問與回應中，彼此學習、交換經驗。
交流過程中，我們談到在不同社會脈絡下推動性別平等時，所面臨的相似與相異處境。即使同樣受到國內保守勢力的影響，雙方仍在各自的位置上，持續為性別平等這個共同目標努力。
在問答環節中，Plan International JP 的成員 Tazaki 分享了他投入社會倡議的心路歷程。他提到，正是因為看見社會中的不平等而感到沮喪與失望，才讓他選擇加入組織，將情緒轉化為行動，實際投入研究、社群倡議與政策建議的工作。這樣的行動，也持續吸引更多青少年加入，累積推動改變的力量。
我們也期待，未來能有更多這樣的對話與合作，陪伴青年在性別平等的路上，彼此支持、一起前行。
In early December, TGEEA held an online exchange with youth members from the international NGO Plan International Japan. Centered on the experiences and perspectives of high school and university students, the dialogue explored topics such as gender equality and youth participation.
The exchange began with TGEEA interns—currently high school and university students—sharing the history and current landscape of gender equity education in Taiwan. This was followed by presentations from members of Plan International JP, who introduced projects they have previously worked on. Through questions and responses, both sides engaged in mutual learning and the exchange of experiences.
Throughout the discussion, we reflected on the similarities and differences in promoting gender equality within different social contexts. Despite both groups facing the influence of conservative forces in their respective countries, each continues to work from their own position toward the shared goal of gender equality.
During the Q&A session, Tazaki, a member of Plan International JP, shared their personal journey into social advocacy. They spoke about how feelings of frustration and disappointment after witnessing social inequalities led them to join the organization and transform those emotions into action—engaging in research, social advocacy, and policy recommendations. These efforts have also inspired and attracted more young people to get involved, collectively building momentum for change.
We hope that this exchange marks the beginning of deeper connections and continued collaboration. Looking ahead, we look forward to more opportunities for cross-national and cross-generational dialogue, as we continue to support young people in walking together on the path toward gender equality.
