Hear Uyghur Voices

Since 2017, more than one million Uyghurs and members of other ethnic and religious groups have been detained and imprisoned by the government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC). These people are subject to genocide and crimes against humanity and face intense surveillance, religious restrictions, forced labor, “re-education” camps and other human rights abuses.

“Hear Uyghur Voices” serves as a platform for Uyghurs living in the global diaspora to share their stories in their own voices. Many individuals featured in this project have never shared their experiences publicly, but their words reveal the deep trauma of the crisis facing the Uyghur community.

The perspectives and experiences of the individuals featured here are their own, shared freely for the benefit of all. You can find additional resources to learn more about this issue below.

Oppression & Surveillance

Both in China and abroad, Uyghurs and other ethnic minority groups endure intense surveillance by the PRC government. They know that at any given time, they may be targeted and arbitrarily detained due to perceived violation of rules meant to oppress their identity, culture, speech, and movement. 

Keeping Culture Alive

Because Uyghur art, language, culture, and religion are targets of censorship and repression by the PRC government, Uyghurs living in the diaspora have become keepers of that culture, sharing it with their communities and passing it on to future generations.