One-Child Policy
The one-child policy has reduced the fertility rate considerably but also skewed China’s gender ratio toward boys as people preferred to abort or abandon their female babies.
Author Archives: Stephanie Sun
What is the Court System Like in China
The “PRC Organic Law of the People’s Courts” defines China’s court system and the internal structure of Chinese courts.
What Is the Chinese Legal System? (Chinese Source)
“Local laws and regulations are formulated by the Provincial People’s Congress and its Standing Committee, with the effect covering the areas under its jurisdiction”
Introduction to China’s Legal System
An introduction to China’s legal system.
Webinar on Legal Resources & Policy Advocacy: How to Combat Racial Profiling Under the “China Initiative”
“We need to make sure that our community is educated so that they know what their rights are” – John C. Yang
Webinar on Building Coalition Against “China Initiative” Discrimination: Fighting racial targeting of Asian Americans and communities of color, past & present
“I’ve heard from so many individuals who are afraid of pursuing a career in science or academia because they fear being falsely accused of spying and being racially profiled simply because they are Chinese” – Congresswoman Judy Chu
Webinar on Policy Needs for U.S. Science and Scientists
We need to educate the public to have the policymakers know that we are talking about fundamental research, not sensitive or classified research” – Xiaoxing Xi
Is Gender Equality at Chinese Colleges a Sham?
“Liberal arts students tend to be women from well-off families, while STEM students are more likely to be men from poorer households”
The People’s Republic of China: 70 Years of Economic History
“The upward trajectory over the last 70 years has been filled with watershed moments, strategic directives, and shocking tragedies — and all of this can be traced back to the founding of the PRC”
The Commune System (1950s)
“Well-organized human labor was seen as the key to development as China”