Description: This volume presents a comparison of the experiences of NGOs in China and Europe. The chapters on China contain the most comprehensive and up-to-date analysis of the various types of NGOs currently active in the country. The European studies draw examples from countries in Central and Eastern Europe as well as Western Europe, where experiences of NGOs are at various stages of development.
Review Quotes: 'The strength of the volume lies in the rich insights presented by each of the authors... NGOs in China and Europe is a comprehensive examination of the social, legal and political contexts that affect the development and activities of NGOs.' Journal of Chinese Political Science 'NGOs in China and Europe will be a useful and important contribution to understanding the nature of government engagement with NGOs in diverse contexts, for both academics and policy makers, and civil society actors themselves.' Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly 'This is a collection of thoughtful, detailed scholarly discussions that have been well edited to ensure consistent balance of content throughout, resulting in a cohesive body of knowledge and inquiry. NGOs in China and Europe is a comprehensive book that illuminates legal, social, political, systemic and practical paradigms that affect the broad international and domestic potential and activities of NGOs.' Voluntas