China’s human rights record has severely deteriorated in respect to religious tolerance in the past year according to a recent finding of the Department of State.  Tibetans who seek to observe their religious rites are tortured and punished if they try to escape from Tibet.  The Falun Gong followers who adhere to Buddhist, Taoist or Confucian principles when apprehended are consigned to labor camps that are punishing and where many die.

People who participated in underground family churches have been harassed or even arrested by police.

If you are a Chinese national or a member of a group described here and if you have endured persecution as a member of such a group within one year of your arrival in the U.S. you may be entitled to apply for asylum.  Or if you have become a member of a group such as the Falun Gong or the Chinese Democratic Party and you have actively protested China’s restrictive policies and your participation has come to the attention of the Chinese Government, you may also be entitled to apply for asylum.

If you wish to consult with us, please call us at 212-944-9420 ext 14.  We have Chinese and English speakers available.

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