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We are a small group of families with homeschooling children, living among rice fields and forests in rural southern Hualien, Taiwan. Our community is in the early stages of developing a Donguri-club and Waldorf-inspired natural education program, rooted in daily life, seasonal rhythms, and close connection with nature.
Life here moves at a human pace, guided by children, weather, and seasons. Much of what we learn comes from simple, repeated work and shared time together. We support one another by noticing what is needed, offering help quietly, and staying open to learning from everyday moments and from each other.
At this stage, we have 3–7 children aged 5–7 years old. Much of their learning takes place outdoors and through hands-on experiences such as planting vegetables, preparing food, simple crafts, music, building small shelters, caring for the land, and free play. Adults support the children mainly through presence, imitation, and consistency.
We welcome volunteers who feel comfortable being patient, observant, and respectful with children. Skills such as cooking, art, music, or rice farming are appreciated, but more important is a willingness to take part in everyday life, help where needed, and learn alongside the children and families. This place suits people who are comfortable being beginners, participating in ordinary daily work, and living closely with others.
From time to time, Waldorf students, teachers, and kindergarten educators from western Taiwan visit to observe and support the program. We also welcome families with children aged 5–7 who resonate with this way of life and may wish to stay for several months or even settle in the area.
Our location is quite rural, so a valid driver’s license is necessary for transportation.
Living & Practical Information
Visa: We can help you apply for a volunteer visa
Accommodation: Free accommodation is provided
Meals: We cook and share breakfast and lunch together as a community.(Cooking time is part of daily life and is not counted as working hours) For dinner, we provide cooking tools and ingredients at the accommodation.
Transportation: We usually help with transport; bicycles or motorbikes are available
Types of help and learning opportunities
Charity Work
Art Projects
Help with Eco Projects
Teaching
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Farmstay help
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Interests
Culture
Charity work
Vegetarian or vegan
Sustainability
Farming
Plant care
Music
Drawing & painting
Carpentry
Gardening
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Books
Art & design
Architecture
Animals
Yoga / Wellness
Dancing
Camping
Hiking
Outdoor activities
Nature
UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
Life here offers an opportunity to experience an eco-friendly way of living — from clothing and daily products to food choices. We also share knowledge and hands-on experience in a variety of natural and alternative health treatments.
Most importantly, volunteers are invited to observe and participate in our approach to raising children, which combines three philosophies: Donguli Club, Waldorf education, and Forest School influences.
By welcoming people from different backgrounds, we hope our children naturally learn about diversity, respect, and different ways of living in the world.
Projects involving children
This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.
Help
Support may include a mix of the following, depending on daily and seasonal needs:
1. Children’s Activities
Supporting outdoor play, simple art, music, storytelling, and daily rhythms
2. Cooking & Food Culture
Cooking together and sharing simple dishes from your culture with the children
3. Cultural Exchange
Sharing everyday life, stories, and traditions in a natural and informal way
4. Farming & Gardening
Assisting with rice field tasks and maintaining the vegetable garden
Daily life here is slow, practical, and sometimes unclear. Tasks change with weather, children’s needs, and seasonal work. There are no fixed roles, and learning often happens by observing and helping rather than leading.
Work at our place is not like paid employment. It is participatory daily life: helping where help is needed, sharing meals, and joining routines together. We hope you’ll feel like a friend of the family.
We are looking for people who enjoy simple living, are willing to share ordinary routines, and can be respectful, calm, and open to learning from children, land, and family rhythms.
In your message, please tell us:
1. which areas you feel drawn to
2. what you are curious to learn or experience here
Specific skills are welcome, but we are especially interested in your heart for the community and the children.
For activities involving children, we hope you have some experience with children and basic first-aid knowledge.
Languages spoken
Japanese: Fluent
Chinese (Mandarin): Fluent
English: Intermediate
Accommodation
During working days, we cover both accommodation and food costs.
On holiday, we will cover the accommodation costs, but please prepare your own meals.
There are 3 beds rooms available: room include bed linens, air conditioning, a fan, and its own bathroom facilities.
A refrigerator and a hot & cold water dispenser are available in the office building. Clothes washing machine with drying function is behind the office. The only item you need to bring is your own towel and water bottle.
Currently, the accommodation is about a 10-minute motorbike or car ride away from our activity area. If you have a valid driver’s license for a 125cc motorbike, you may use ours.
We hope to cook meals together, but if you prefer, you can also prepare your own meals at the accommodation.
We are ovo-vegetarian and happy to adjust to your dietary preferences.
What else ...
You’ll have the chance to enjoy activities such as hiking in the mountains, visiting hot springs, swimming in the river, and exploring nearby sightseeing spots and local cafés.
If you’d like to visit the hot springs or swim in the river, please remember to bring your swimsuit—it’s a must!
Please note: we are a non-smoking community and ask you to use personal care and laundry products that are fragrance-free during your stay.
As we live closely with young children, we prefer volunteers who have completed Workaway ID verification.
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
Can host digital nomads
We lost access to internet at home during typhoon and few days after typhoon.
Space for parking camper vans
This host can provide space for campervans.
How many Workawayers can stay?
More than two
My animals / pets
Icecream / 冰淇淋 (3 years)
He is a very gentle and patient cat. He enjoys being around people, is quite talkative, and loves to be petted.
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