Ming-Yang High School and LAF Qiaotou Branch Jointly Host Lecture on Gender Equality and Sexual Harassment Prevention

On Tuesday, May 12, 2026, from 2:55 PM to 4:30 PM, Ming-Yang High School and the Qiaotou Branch of the Legal Aid Foundation (LAF) jointly organized the 2026 Legal Education Lecture. The theme of this session was "Gender Equality Education and Sexual Harassment Prevention." Attorney Tsai Yi-Xiu was invited by the LAF Qiaotou Branch to serve as the keynote speaker. The event was attended by 85 faculty members and 108 students, totaling 193 participants.

Prior to the main lecture, the school's Administrative Section delivered a briefing on the recent amendment to Article 78, Paragraph 2 of the Criminal Code regarding the revocation of parole, reminding students of important matters to attend to after being released on parole.

Upon entering the core theme, Attorney Tsai aimed to enhance the students' understanding of legal concepts surrounding gender equality and to strengthen the legal literacy of the student inmates. Through an introduction to legal regulations and practical case studies, he established a proper understanding of gender relations and sexual harassment prevention. He expressed his hope that students would learn to respect others' bodily autonomy and refrain from harassing others through body language or verbal remarks that carry sexual undertones.

Attorney Tsai also reminded the students that the primary step toward gender equality is eliminating gender discrimination. Furthermore, he issued a warning regarding the misuse of the internet, emphasizing that laws protecting children and juveniles are stringently enforced and must not be taken lightly. He noted that with the advancement of AI technologies, some individuals manipulate photos or videos before sharing them online. However, carelessly uploading and sharing content without respecting privacy boundaries often results in breaking the law without even realizing it. He urged the attending faculty and students to remain highly vigilant about this close-to-home issue.

In closing, Attorney Tsai introduced the mission and application procedures of the Legal Aid Foundation. He explicitly reminded the students that the foundation does not exclusively assist low-income households, medium-low-income households, or indigenous peoples; anyone in need of legal aid is welcome to apply. He also emphasized that if a student wishes to lodge an appeal, they must first complete the appeal process according to standard legal procedures rather than waiting for legal aid to be granted, thereby preventing any missed statutory deadlines that could compromise their legal rights. (Office of Student Affairs)