About Wsic
WSIC: Empowering Women through Research and Advocacy
WSIC, or the Women's Studies Information Center, is a leading research institution in China that focuses on women's issues and gender equality. Established in 1991, WSIC has been at the forefront of promoting women's rights and advocating for gender-sensitive policies.
At WSIC, we believe that empowering women is crucial to achieving sustainable development and social justice. Our mission is to provide reliable information, conduct cutting-edge research, and engage in advocacy efforts that promote gender equality and empower women.
Our work covers a wide range of topics related to women's issues, including but not limited to:
- Gender perspectives: We analyze social phenomena from a gender perspective to uncover hidden biases and stereotypes that perpetuate inequality.
- Gender indicators: We develop gender-sensitive indicators that measure progress towards achieving gender equality.
- Stereotypes: We challenge stereotypes about women by promoting positive images of strong, capable females who can contribute meaningfully to society.
- Analytical frameworks: We develop analytical frameworks for understanding how gender intersects with other forms of discrimination such as race or class.
- Women's theory: We explore feminist theories that help us understand the root causes of inequality and inform our advocacy efforts.
- Women's status: We monitor changes in women's status over time by collecting data on key indicators such as education levels or labor force participation rates.
- Women's history: We document the contributions of women throughout history so as to recognize their achievements and inspire future generations.
- Green book for women: Our annual publication provides an overview of key trends related to women's issues in China. It serves as an important resource for policymakers, researchers, activists, journalists, students - anyone interested in learning more about what it means to be a woman today.
In addition to these core areas of focus, we also conduct research on specific topics such as:
- Gender-disaggregated statistics
- Reproductive and sexual health
- Violence against women
- Women's leadership and empowerment
Our research is grounded in rigorous methodology and draws on a wide range of data sources, including surveys, interviews, focus groups, and secondary data analysis. We also collaborate with other organizations both within China and internationally to share knowledge and best practices.
At WSIC, we believe that research alone is not enough - we must also engage in advocacy efforts to ensure that our findings are translated into action. To this end, we work closely with policymakers at all levels of government to promote gender-sensitive policies. We also engage in public education campaigns to raise awareness about women's issues among the general public.
In conclusion, WSIC is a leading institution dedicated to promoting gender equality through research and advocacy. Our work covers a wide range of topics related to women's issues in China, from analyzing social phenomena from a gender perspective to documenting the contributions of women throughout history. Through our rigorous research methodology and collaborative approach, we aim to empower women by providing reliable information that can inform policy decisions at all levels of government.