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China’s NGOs

From a Bonsai to a Large Tree

A look at the recent growth of NGOs in China.

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Chinese Women in Transition

An overview of the changes in roles and opportunites for women in China. 

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Beyond the Shadow of History

How can China's history be used to shape the future?

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Keys to Effectiveness in an Ever-Changing China

What is essential to serving effectively in China?

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Getting Out of the Mud

As China’s rapidly changing market reform enters the 21st century, China’s educational reform, in contrast, seems to experience little change. Nevertheless, changes in education are occurring. While these changes have not caught the attention of many people, nonetheless, their meaning is more far reaching than most realize.

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What We Chinese Fear Today

A tongue-in-cheek look at the fears of the people of China today and a final challenge.

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Converging Agendas

Religion, Socialism, and Theological Construction

At first glance the theological debate occurring within China’s official church may appear to be primarily a matter of disagreement over doctrine. However, as with most everything in China, there is also a political side to be considered. It is important to understand this political angle in order to keep the theological debate—and its effect upon the church—in proper perspective.

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Email and Confucius

Is the rapid growth of the internet and information sharing technology a threat to the Chinese government? 

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Living Wisely in China

Understanding Chinese culture requires more than good language acquisition. The author explains four aspects of Chinese culture that are not easily understood by foreigners.

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More Than a Concrete Jungle

Putting today's urban migration in China into historical perspective.