If the Workers Haven’t been Paid, Why are the Project Funds Gone?

By Chen Guangcheng Towards the end of the 20th Century, China experienced an influx of migration from rural workers into its cities. These people are commonly referred to as “migrant […]
The Failure of Communist China

By Peter James, Second Place Winner of our 2023 Human Rights Essay Contest Every government system has its strengths, but certain strengths come with certain weaknesses. Communism’s weaknesses outweigh its […]
Revisiting ‘Centisimus Annus’ and American Ideals Amid the CCP’s Human Rights Atrocities

By Brandon Showalter, Second Place Winner of our 2023 Human Rights Essay Contest “She did not know at all that she had swept away the logic of the mind, the […]
The Antidote against the CPP Virus

By Jose Nunes, First Place Winner of our 2023 Human Rights Essay Contest In his autobiography, Treasure in Clay, Archbishop Fulton Sheen describes the captivating faith of a Chinese girl […]
The CCP’s Genocide Against the Uyghurs: Why Americans Should Care

By Peter Tozzi, First Place Winner of our 2024 Human Rights Essay Contest In some 380 internment camps, over one million Uyghurs—a predominantly Muslim, Central Asian people—are held captive by […]
The Future of China: Religious Freedom and Ecological Civilization

The following is the second place winner of the Center for Human Rights’s annual essay contest, written by Sarah Thomas. China is on the rise, destined to become a global […]
China’s Death Camps

By Peter James, Second Place winner of the 2024 Human Rights Essay Contest Gunshots. “The last one is yours,” shouts a man. “Hurry up, extract the liver and two kidneys.” […]
William Saunders Speaks at the Summit for International Freedom

On February 2, 2025, Dr. William Saunders, Director of the Center for Human Rights at The Catholic University of America, addressed a group of student participants during a training day at the Summit for International Religious Freedom. In his talk, Dr. Saunders explored the vital importance of religious liberty as a fundamental human right and a foundation for a just and flourishing society. He drew upon legal principles, moral philosophy, and real-world examples to illustrate the threats facing religious believers around the globe and the urgent need for informed advocacy.
William Saunders Speaks at CUA Event Advocating for Democracy in Hong Kong

On January 30, 2025, The Catholic University of America hosted a thought-provoking event centered on the life and legacy of Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai, in conjunction with the release of Today Hong Kong, Tomorrow the World, a book by journalist and author Mark Clifford. The event featured remarks by Dr. William Saunders, Director of the Center for Human Rights at Catholic University, and welcomed Clifford as the guest of honor. Also in attendance was the Center’s Distinguished Fellow, Chen Guangcheng, who was recognized during the event for his enduring commitment to human rights.
Cheng Peiming’s Escape from Forced Organ Surgery (Interview with Peiming Cheng Part 3)

Cheng Peiming’s Escape from Forced Organ Surgery (Interview with Peiming Cheng Part 3) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMP8wfdpteY You’re listening to part three of a Barefoot Lawyer Reports on China interview with Peiming Cheng, […]