Democracy, as everywhere, came gradually. So did religious liberty, which had been severely limited during the Martial Law period.
Tai Ji Men
Religious Freedom in Post-Authoritarian Taiwan. 1. Transitional Justice and Human Rights
Moving from Martial Law towards democracy, Taiwan was in need of transitional justice. Did it fully come?
Women of Tai Ji Men: Bravery, Conscience, Resilience
Some women are hurt by private perpetrators. Others have to resist the violence of the state, as it happens in the Tai Ji Men case.
Women, Religious Liberty, and Persecution: From Kimpa Vita to Tai Ji Men
Some women were burned at stake for their spiritual message. Others were “just” persecuted, such as the women of Tai Ji Men.
Women Worldwide Follow Their Conscience and Practise Their Faith—Whatever the Injustice
Cases of bloody persecution from Iran, Russia, and China show how brave women persecuted for their beliefs can be. Female Tai Ji Men dizi are equally brave.
Spirituality and Fights for Women’s Rights: From Spiritualist Suffragettes to Tai Ji Men Dizi
The connections between women’s rights and religious movements are not coincidental. Since the 19th century, spiritual movements have supported the fight for women’s equal rights.
Voices of Courage: Women’s Resilience in the Fight for Justice
We continue to learn from exemplary women such as Rosa Parks and Tai Ji Men champions of justice Madam Yu Mei-Jung and Mrs. Huang.
Women and Justice: Susan B. Anthony for Tai Ji Men
The great heroine of the US feminist movement never betrayed her conscience. She obtained great posthumous victories.
The United Nations and the Tai Ji Men Case: An International Webinar
Scholarly papers and testimonies discussed how the UN principles of human rights and justice should also be applied in Taiwan.
The “Two Covenants” Should Return One: They Should Also Protect Tai Ji Men in Taiwan
The UN should revisit its treatment of freedom of religion or belief and its watching procedures over all states, members and non-members.