The celebration was kickstarted with a performance by the ukulele orchestra Hi Young Ensemble, formed by 9 volunteers from the MNPH. Moreover, Chuan-An Wu, ex-Director of the MNPH; Hsiang-Chien Wu, ex-Deputy Director of the MNPH; and Shu-Chin Ma, Chair of the MNPH's Volunteer Committee, among others, offered their congratulations and best wishes to the MNPH for its anniversary.
Dialogue for Gen2Gen Legacy and Sustainability
The MNPH designed a dialogue entitled Intergenerational Talk: Gen2Gen Legacy. Hosted by Chuan-An Wu, the MNPH's founding Director, and Tai-Ying Wu, foreign-trained technician of the MNPH's Conservation Research Section, the dialogue aimed to give our guests a better understanding on the MNPH's history and its context. Ex-Director Chuan-An Wu emotionally reminisced about the MNPH's early days. He transported the audience to past moments by sharing the story behind numerous pictures. Technician Tai-Ying Wu of the Conservation Research Section related his transformation from bohemian youth to marine conservation professional and the ensuing emotional journey.
Work Experience in Dongsha and South Penghu Field Stations
After the dialogue, Ming-Han Wu, researcher-in-residence at Dongji Station, talked about work experiences of resident employees in field stations under the theme Untold: Stories Behind the Parks. From conservation efforts, eco-camps, and ReefChecks in Dongsha, to daily life in Dongji Station, listeners became aware of hitherto-unknown stories behind numerous images.
A Taste of Dongsha: Creative Merchandise
The Interpretation and Education Section launched a series of creative merchandise at the anniversary celebration, such as mugs, drink coasters, heat-resistant placemats, and postcards, in order to spread public awareness on biodiversity in Dongsha's seagrass beds and introduce the vulnerable species sicklefin lemon shark (Negaprion acutidens). Such design can enable the general public to experience Dongsha's ecosystem in everyday life. Moreover, technician Hsin-I Chang spoke to listeners about the emotional journey behind these creations, as well as the rationale and skills involved in their production. Hsin-I Chang, technician of the Interpretation and Education Section, spoke about the production process behind Dongsha-themed creative merchandise.
Finally, Shao-Liang Hsu, Director of the MNPH, expressed that the dialogue Intergenerational Talk: Gen2Gen Legacy, sharing of images from Dongsha and South Penghu field stations, the launch of Dongsha-themed creative merchandise, and viewing of ecological conservation videos enabled the audience to fully witness the MNPH's efforts and achievements. The MNPH's employees will continue to tirelessly work for and promote the goals of marine conservation and sustainable use of marine resources.
