Zhongxun is a Chinese-language blog platform that provides commentary and analysis on political, cultural, human rights and social issues within China. It aims to offer insights and perspectives that may not be widely reported in mainstream media.
Weiquanwang (“Human Rights Defenders Network”) is a Chinese-language platform created by volunteer rights defenders. It aims to assist the civil rights defenders in mainland China to develop civil society, promote legal reform through democratic means,defend civil rights and investigate human rights violations, and seek judicial and social assistance for victims. Here is their X (Twitter) … Weiquanwang
Southern Weekly, founded in 1984, is also part of the Nanfang Media Group and was before Xi’s era one of China’s most liberal and outspoken media outlets, known for publishing investigations exposing government wrongdoing and annual editorials advocating for constitutional reform despite censorship and government pressure.
Southern Metropolis Daily, created in 1997, is part of the Nanfang Media Group and is known as one of the few independent, critical newspapers remaining in operation in China. Thanks to its many investigative reports on political and social issues, it has won multiple awards such as the World Press Freedom Prize in 2005.
NGOCN is a Chinese-language independent media covering public issues in contemporary China. They are dedicated to providing the public with progressive, responsible and diversified documentary content, and aim at bringing forward an independent voice driving social change. Here are their Facebook page, Instagram and X (Twitter) accounts.
Mangmang is an Chinese-speaking independent magazine born out of the 2022 wave of protests in China, founded by a group of young expatriates who continue to draw on a pool of China-focused writers. Through reports, essays, reviews and art, they combat censorship by publishing about Chinese history, activism, the Chinese community abroad and connecting stories. … Mangmang
Little Universe is a platform dedicated to podcasts and audio content, focusing on a variety of topics such as culture, education, and lifestyle. It offers a wide range of programmes and discussions in Mandarin Chinese.
This YouTube channel started in 2018 features video on social, environmental and political issues in China, including personal accounts and recordings of people such as in the Uyghur region.
This website in (simplified) Chinese aims at giving voice to the neglected social groups and shed light on issues often overlooked in mainstream media. It notably has a podcast that features stories of “common people.”
Aimed at the Chinese diaspora, this Instagram page provides current content upon social issues, social movements, democracy and human rights in China, notably regarding the “White Paper” movement. The page is in (simplified) Chinese.
Civil Rights & Livelihood Watch is a Chinese-language platform for independent journalism and commentary. It provides insights and analysis on a wide range of topics including politics, current affairs, human rights and societal issues within China and globally.
Charter 08 is a blog that provides commentary and analysis on human rights and social issues, politics, freedom of the press and freedom of expression. It refers to Charter 08, a manifesto signed by 303 Chinese dissident intellectuals including Nobel Peace Prize Liu Xiaobo, who called for democratic reforms in China.
Founded by journalist Hu Shuli in 2010, Caixin is one of the few privately-funded Chinese media outlets that continues to publish critical investigative reports within China, and provides insights into China’s economy, policy developments, and societal trends.
Created by human rights activist Huang Qi in 1998, this platform is China’s first human rights news website. It notably focuses on ethnic minorities, Falun Gong practitioners, and social rights.