digital activism
digital activism
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From '996.ICU' to 'Wòcǎo': Workplace Dissent in Chinese Internet Slang
Explore how Chinese internet slang like '996.ICU' and 'Wòcǎo' reflects growing dissent against toxic work cultures. Discover the meaning, data, and cultural impact behind these viral terms.
2025-10-07
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The Digital Face of Chinese Activism: How WeChat and Douyin Drive Social Change
Explore how WeChat and Douyin are transforming grassroots movements in China, blending technology and activism in innovative, censored-resistant ways.
2025-10-06
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‘996’ to ‘Wanna Lie Down’: Tracing the Backlash Against Workaholism Through Online Buzzwords
Explore how Chinese netizens use terms like '996' and 'tang ping' to resist workaholism, signaling a cultural shift toward well-being and self-redefinition.
2025-10-06
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How a Single Hashtag Sparked a Nation: Tracking Viral Challenges on Weibo
Explore how viral challenges on Weibo transform social behavior, drive movements, and shape digital culture in China — with real data and insider insights.
2025-10-05
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When Viral Videos Go Political: Decoding Hidden Messages in China's Online Trends
Explore how viral videos in China carry hidden political messages, from coded protests to state-sponsored content, and what it means for digital freedom.
2025-10-05
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Memes as Resistance: How Netizens Bypass Censorship with Visual Humor
Discover how netizens use memes as a form of silent protest to bypass online censorship and express dissent through visual humor.
2025-10-01
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The Digital Face of Chinese Social Movements: Hashtag Activism with Limits
Explore how hashtag activism functions within China's controlled digital landscape—where creativity meets censorship, and small online actions can still drive social change.
2025-09-29
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From Fan Culture to National Pride: The Politicization of Viral Challenges in China
Explore how viral challenges in China have evolved from fan-driven trends to powerful symbols of national pride and state-aligned messaging.
2025-09-27
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Meme Warfare: How Chinese Netizens Use Humor to Navigate Online Censorship
Discover how Chinese netizens use memes and humor to bypass online censorship in creative, viral ways.
2025-09-27
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The Digital Face of Chinese Social Movements: Hashtag Activism with Local Nuance
Explore how Chinese netizens use digital platforms for social change through coded language and creative hashtag activism, blending caution with courage in a controlled online environment.
2025-09-27
