named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Effective Nonviolent Resistance Guide
Comprehensive educational curriculum on nonviolent action strategies, translated and adapted from international sources for Chinese-speaking audiences
Human Rights New Tactics
Translation and dissemination project of the "Human Rights New Tactics" practitioner handbook, originally developed by the Center for Victims of Torture
Nonviolent Resistance Training Course
Multi-day training program teaching strategic planning, power analysis, and campaign tactics for civil resistance movements
Webinar Series on Civil Resistance
Online seminar series analyzing historical and contemporary nonviolent movements, including case studies from Eastern Europe and the Arab Spring
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Human Rights & Peace Education Curriculum 2 activities
- Conduct training programs in nonviolent resistanceOrganizes and delivers multi-day training sessions and webinars on nonviolent resistance, incorporating strategic and tactical lessons from historical transitions from authoritarianism to democracy.
- Develop and disseminate educational materials on nonviolent activism and civil resistanceProduces and publishes handbooks, guides, and strategic frameworks on nonviolent resistance, including the publication and translation of key texts such as "Effective Nonviolent Struggle" and sections of "From Dictatorship to Democracy."
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Documentary Film Production 1 activity
- Produce and publish research documentaries on nonviolent resistance and democratic movementsCreates and distributes documentary films that analyze nonviolent resistance, civil resistance, and democratic transitions in countries including Ukraine, Egypt, Myanmar, Romania, and Kenya, as well as thematic explorations of authoritarianism and revolution.
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Privacy-Preserving Cybersecurity & Data Collaboration 1 activity
- Provide digital security education and tools for activistsOffers practical guidance and instructional materials on digital security, including password protection, Gmail security, smartphone safety, secure file synchronization (BT Sync), and protection against malicious software, to help activists establish safe communication environments.
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Human Rights Advocacy & Accountability 1 activity
- Translate and distribute human rights training materials for nonviolent activismTranslates and freely distributes practitioner manuals and training resources, including the "New Tactics in Human Rights" manual and a five-day video curriculum, to support the use of nonviolent activism by activist groups.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Advocate for human rights and free expression through documentation and public exhibitionsDocuments and promotes grassroots activism and pro-democracy movements through photographic exhibitions and public campaigns, including coverage of the Hong Kong protests, Wukan protests, and young feminist activism in China.
- Provide counseling and protective services to victims of torture and persecutionOffers long-term protective measures and counseling services to victims of torture and persecution to support their recovery and safety.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$80K
Contributions & grants$80K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$2
expenses
Total expenses$96K
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balance sheet
Total assets$0
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Net assets$0
4 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue -1.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| ZE HUA | Executive Director | 15 | $14K |
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- Center for Victims of Torture Partner — Authorized CHINA RIGHTS IN ACTION INC to translate and distribute its "New Tactics in Human Rights" manual.
- Center for Victims of Torture Partner — Authorized CHINA RIGHTS IN ACTION INC to translate and distribute the "New Tactics in Human Rights" resource manual.
- Facebook Partner — Platform used for outreach and communication
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a platform for outreach and communication.
- Picasa Partner — Uses Picasa for photo sharing and visual content dissemination.
- Twitter Partner — Platform used for outreach and communication
- Twitter Partner — Uses Twitter as a platform for outreach and communication.
- United Nations Government — Sent an invitation letter to the UN Secretary-General, indicating engagement with international multilateral institutions.
- United Nations Women Government — Engaged UN Women leadership by sending an invitation letter to its Executive Director, Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka, signaling institutional outreach.
- YouTube Partner — Uses YouTube as a platform for outreach and communication.
- t.qq Partner — Platform used for outreach and communication
- weibo Partner — Platform used for outreach and communication
- 玛丽-伊夫·勒杜克 Partner — Member who proposed the creation of the "页岩911" early warning system against hydraulic fracturing.
- 非暴力冲突国际中心 Partner — Co-hosts and coordinates webinar events with the International Center on Nonviolent Conflict
- 非暴力行动与战略应用中心 Partner — Collaborates with or draws methodology from the Albert Einstein Institution's Center for Applied Nonviolent Action and Strategies.
- 非暴力行动与战略应用中心 Partner — Source of original training materials translated and adapted by China Rights in Action Inc.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Contextual Tactical Empowermentmethodology: contextual_tactical_assessmentBy assessing local conditions, goals, resources, and alliances, rights defenders select context-appropriate tactics that maximize leverage and minimize risk, because effectiveness in authoritarian environments depends on adaptive, locally-grounded strategies rather than one-size-fits-all models.
- Digital-Augmented Civil Resistancemethodology: digital-enhancement-of-nonviolent-actionBy integrating digital tools with established methods of nonviolent action, movements expand their reach, coordination, and resilience, because technology amplifies tactical innovation and enables safer, faster dissemination of strategic knowledge under repressive conditions.
- Knowledge Transfer for Democratic Transitionmethodology: nonviolent-movement-knowledge-transferBy translating and disseminating proven nonviolent strategies from successful democratic transitions, activists in China gain access to actionable frameworks that increase the likelihood of effective resistance, because historical case studies provide practical blueprints for overcoming authoritarian rule.
- Preventive Protection Infrastructuremethodology: preventive_human_rightsBy building practical protection channels, visible presence, and partnerships with authorities, human rights defenders reduce the incidence of abuse, because sustained preventive engagement alters incentive structures and deters violations before they occur.
- Strategic Nonviolent Resistancemethodology: strategic_nonviolent_resistanceBy applying strategic planning, unity, discipline, and clear objectives to nonviolent resistance, social movements become more resilient and effective at producing political change, because structured campaigns can systematically target power structures and escalate through calculated tactics.