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ID116544
Title ProperMigration of women from Northern China
Other Title Informationa gender-oriented choice?
LanguageENG
AuthorLevy, Florence
Publication2012.
Summary / Abstract (Note)Since the late 1990s, a little-known wave of Chinese migrants has been making its way to France. Coming from regions with no tradition of international mobility, it differs from classic migratory flows in that it consists mainly of urban middle-class women in their forties who are affected by the reform policy. Drawing on the point of view of these female migrants regarding developments in the job market, their economic resources, and changes in family relations, this article examines the transformations in social norms and gender roles that affected these people before their departure. It considers whether these developments have had an impact beyond China's borders, and whether they may have influenced the gender configuration of this migratory flow making its way to Europe.
`In' analytical NoteChina Perspectives Vol. 2012, No.4; 2012: p.43-51
Journal SourceChina Perspectives Vol. 2012, No.4; 2012: p.43-51
Key WordsWomen ;  Migrations ;  Northern China ;  Gender Norms ;  Gender Roles ;  Xiagang ;  Divorce ;  Single Parenthood