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Chinese Women Protest Against Growing Harrasment, Sexual Violence
Iesha javed | | Jul 03, 2016 08:58 AM EDT |
As feminism continues to grow in China, Chinese women are taking it upon themselves to raise awareness about sexual assault, taboo, gender discrimination, and exploitation using social media.
Disagreement Over Definition of 'Domestic Violence' and 'Family Members' Caused Delay in Passing of Domestic Violence Law
Ryan General | | Dec 30, 2015 09:27 AM EST |
A new law against domestic violence in China was approved on Sunday after seven long days of deliberations by the Standing Committee of the National People's Congress. Now, it has been revealed that the cause of the delay was reportedly questions over the correct definition on what constitutes a "family member" and "domestic violence."
China Passes First Law Against Domestic Violence
Charissa Echavez | | Dec 27, 2015 11:07 PM EST |
China on Sunday ratified its first law against domestic violence, an issue that has long been obtaining in Chinese society but almost always thrust in the shadows lest it brings shame upon the family.
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