Civil Defense Advancement Taiwan
臺灣全民防衛推廣協會
Building a civil defense force that operates autonomously, connects communities horizontally, and works alongside official institutions — growing community-level self-defense capacity and strengthening national resilience.
What We Do
Community Defense Training
First aid, communications, situational awareness — giving ordinary citizens the basics of self- and mutual-rescue.
Disaster Preparedness
Household preparedness and community resilience-building, from the individual up to the neighborhood level.
International Connections
Exchange and collaboration with civil defense organizations abroad, bringing in international experience and best practices.
Upcoming Events
Workshops, training, lectures, and community events
Meshtastic Off-Grid Communications: Field Practice
Mesh theory and device configuration, group hands-on mission drills, and an AAR debrief. Requires participants to already own a Meshtastic device.
Lecture: The Legal Gray Zone of Civil Defense
Examining the legal boundaries and practical dilemmas facing civil defense personnel and civilian organizations during disasters or wartime.
Radio Theory Course
Want to know how to use a radio, or which one to buy? Get a complete grounding in theory, regulations, operating technique, and equipment selection — beginner-friendly.
Latest Posts
What Is Whole-of-Society Resilience
From the nation, to businesses, communities, families, and individuals — resilience is how fast you recover after being hit.
Don't Be Civil Defense's Giant Baby
The challenge of government mobilizing civilian power, and how civil defense groups can respond.
14 Days in Taiwan's New Reservist Recall Training
Tactical Girls' Squad member DDY's reflections on 14 days of Taiwan's new reservist recall training, comparing it to civilian self-training groups and the gap in squad/platoon-level tactical leadership.