Ultimate control: Lessons from China on the impact of technology on freedom of religion or belief
If not properly managed, [new and emerging technologies] can pose new challenges for the full realization of all human rights and fundamental freedoms and respect for human dignity…It is time to take a holistic approach to the broad spectrum of human rights implications posed by new and emerging technologies. –…
The new national security law in Hong Kong and its potential impact on freedom of religion or belief
China: Children, education and freedom of religion
Over recent months there have been a number of worrying developments concerning education, children’s rights, and the right to freedom of religion or belief (FoRB) in China. These include: Prohibitions against under 18s entering places of worship. Pressure from schools on children and parents to stop ‘believing in religion’.Blocked access to education…
Briefing: Gao Zhisheng report
Chinese human rights lawyer Gao Zhisheng has authored a 40-page document detailing human rights abuses and related social issues in China during 2016. This is the first comprehensive human rights commentary written by a human rights lawyer still living in China. Gao Zhisheng is a prominent human rights lawyer who…
Zhejiang church demolitions in Spring 2014
Executive Summary The demolition of Sanjiang Church in Zhejiang, China, in April 2014 quickly drew the attention of the international media. However, Sanjiang was only one in a series of similar incidents throughout spring 2014. This briefing analyses the context in which these incidents are occurring, and the possible reasons…