From Silence to Protest: The Evolving Role of Gen Z Women in Chinese Digital Activism During COVID-19

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Abstract

By focusing on the narratives of women activists and healthcare workers, this article contributes to a deeper understanding of the role of Chinese Gen Z women in managing and responding to the COVID-19 crisis in China. The family education is significant for their action. The paper aims to illuminate how these women have not only been essential in the immediate response to the pandemic but also instrumental in driving a broader conversation about rights, freedoms, and equality in the face of unprecedented challenges.

Author

• Yushan Wang, University of Pennsylvania