Sociology

Family-to-family child migration network of informal adoption in China

X. Ma, G. Li, et al.

Discover the intriguing patterns and influences behind informal adoption in China from 1924 to 2018. This research reveals how factors like famine, birth control policies, and cultural preferences shaped the landscape of adoption, while also highlighting the geographical hotspots. Conducted by a team of experts from Northwest University and the University of Alabama System, this study aims to enhance understanding and advocacy for children's rights.

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Abstract

This study explores the temporal and spatial patterns and network evolution of informal adoption in China from 1924 to 2018 using data from a commonwealth website. Results show that severe famine, birth control campaigns, and son preference (particularly during the one-child policy) influenced the number of informal adoptions. Spatially, adoptions were concentrated in densely populated provinces and major cities, which also played a key role in information transfer. The findings aim to provide basic knowledge on informal adoption in China and contribute to children's rights protection.

Publisher

Humanities & Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Aug 03, 2020

Authors

Xueyao Ma, Gang Li, Junjun Zhou, Xing Gao, Qifan Nie, Shuyan Xue, Ling Liu, Jiaobei Wang, Tingting Xu, Annan Jin

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