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Douyin implements new norms on pseudo charity content

Douyin, a leading short video platform, has recently introduced updated norms aimed at addressing the dissemination of misleading and exaggerated philanthropy content. The release of these guidelines has garnered significant attention and sparked discussions among users. The platform’s latest specifications…
2023-06-25

Unveiling China’s university foundations

The establishment of college foundations in China has witnessed remarkable growth and has become a significant component of the higher education landscape. These organizations play a vital role in supporting public services, fostering talent development, and fostering university-community collaborations. We…
2023-06-25

Legislative progress of biodiversity conservation in China

As International Day for Biological Diversity on May 22nd draws attention to biodiversity conservation, the recent enactment of China’s Qinghai-Tibet Plateau Ecological Conservation Law has placed a significant emphasis on protecting biodiversity. In recent years, China has witnessed a surge…
2023-06-16

Protecting endangered species and ecosystems in China

The Earth’s biosphere, teeming with diverse and vibrant forms of life, including animals of varied shapes, colorful plants, and ubiquitous microorganisms, is the result of billions of years of evolution. It serves as the fundamental foundation for human survival and…
2023-06-16

Foundation releases first ESG report in China’s charity sector

How should foundations contribute to environmental protection? To answer that, the Shanghai-based Adream Foundation recently released the first-ever ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance) report in China’s charity foundation sector. Adream Foundation’s inaugural ESG report was unveiled during its 2022 Annual…
2023-06-15

University volunteers work to promote garden culture

In celebration of the International Museum Day on May 18th, the Oasis Volunteer Service Team from the School of Landscape Architecture at Beijing Forestry University collaborated with the China Garden Museum to promote garden culture. The 26 student volunteers selected…
2023-06-15

Ministry of Civil Affairs acts to support graduate employment

China’s Ministry of Civil Affairs has issued a notice emphasizing the active role of NGOs (known locally as social organizations) in assisting employment for university graduates in accordance with the decisions of the Party Central Committee and the State Council…
2023-06-13

Revealed: China’s environmental improvements in 2022

China’s Ministry of Ecology and Environment, along with other departments, recently released the 2022 Report on China’s Environmental Conditions. The report highlights positive trends in China’s ecological environment, including improved air and surface water quality, stable marine water quality, controlled…
2023-06-13

Addressing maternal health challenges in underdeveloped areas

In recent years, significant progress has been made in improving the nutritional status of pregnant women and infants in China. However, challenges persist in underdeveloped or remote parts of the country where medical resources are scarce and health awareness is…
2023-06-09

Empowering the hearing-impaired in Guangdong Province

In the Chinese context, social work refers to work conducted by NGOs to address social issues and promote community well-being. In Dongguan, Guangdong Province, social workers are driving a transformative change by providing sign language translation services for the hearing-impaired.…
2023-06-09

From volunteer teacher to fundraising expert: Guo Song interview

College students could be the group most enthusiastic about being part of non-profit undertakings. The China Foundation for Rural Development (CFRD) recently released a survey report on the Current Situation of College Students’ Charity Participation, confirming the high recognition of…
2023-06-07

NGO advances key services for children in border areas

The China Social Work Education Association received 6.5 million yuan ($913,300) from 2012 to 2021 to mobilize resources for social work services benefitting 78,000 disadvantaged people. The association served groups like disabled children, terminally ill patients, left-behind groups and migrants…
2023-06-06

Optimizing fertility policy: beyond incentives to communities

China’s 20th Party Congress called to optimize population policy and establish fertility support systems. New measures provide economic incentives, leave, childcare and women’s rights protections to encourage childbearing. However, a narrow focus on families and specialized institutions ignores community roles…
2023-06-06

Should Chinese foundations start investing?

Foundations in China aren’t investing. While making investments and ensuring financial sustainability are key interests of foundations based abroad, many factors have held Chinese foundations back from investing their endowments, from lack of know-how and risk-averse thinking to narrow regulations.…
2023-06-02

Disabled photographers show off work at exhibition

The 24th China International Photograph & Electrical Imaging Machinery and Technology Fair, supported by the China Photographers Association and three nonprofits, was held from May 12 to 15. The fair featured the 10th “TB Cup” International Photography Exhibition for the…
2023-06-02

Qinghai’s charity sector witnesses rapid growth

In the first quarter of 2023, Qinghai Province made considerable progress in developing its charity sector, cultivating charitable organizations, channeling donations, and improving accountability and transparency. Various charities across Qinghai rolled out diverse initiatives, ranging from supporting inclusive education and…
2023-06-01
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