The place of social networks in the Chinese environmental movement: Influence, identity formation and activism
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
11-1-2022
Abstract
This article provides an insight into the characteristics and functions of grassroots environmental non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in China by investigating the roles that personal networks play within NGOs. Empirical findings from research on environmental NGOs in four Chinese cities illustrate that personal networks contribute significantly to Chinas' environmental movements. Personal networks are important in mobilising resources, facilitating environmental awareness and the formation of a collective identity, and promoting a coordinated action. The significance of personal networks in Chinese organisations differs greatly from that of social networks in Western European and North American environmental movements. The conclusion drawn underlines the implications that personal networks have within Chinas' environmental politics and proposes a future research agenda.
Keywords
Resources, Guanxi
Divisions
Faculty_of_Business_and_Accountancy
Funders
None
Publication Title
China-An International Journal
Volume
20
Issue
4
Publisher
NUS Press Pte Ltd