Fu Xiancai facts for kids
Fu Xiancai (born 1965) is a Chinese farmer and a civil rights activist. This means he works to protect the basic rights and freedoms of people. He helps those who have been treated unfairly.
Fu Xiancai became well-known for speaking up for people. These were people who had to move from their homes because of a big construction project.
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Fu Xiancai: A Voice for His Community
Early Life and the Three Gorges Dam
Fu Xiancai grew up near the Yangtze River in China. In 1994, his village faced a big change. This was due to the building of the Three Gorges Dam. The dam was a huge project. It created a large reservoir of water.
In 1997, Fu Xiancai's home was flooded by this new reservoir. He was forced to leave his home. Many other families also had to move.
Fighting for Fair Treatment
After losing his home, Fu Xiancai started working to help others. He wanted people to get fair payments for their lost homes. These payments are called resettlement compensation. He believed the government should pay more to those who had to move.
He has been working for this cause ever since. He speaks out for the rights of people affected by the dam.
Speaking Out and Facing Challenges
In May 2006, Fu Xiancai gave an interview. He spoke to a German television station called ARD. In the interview, he talked about the dam and its impact.
After this interview, Fu Xiancai faced difficulties. He was warned by Chinese authorities about his activism. He also suffered injuries, including a broken leg. Later, he was injured again. As a result, he became partly paralyzed.
The German government showed its concern. It protested about Fu Xiancai's situation. Germany also helped pay for his medical care.
Official Investigation and Recognition
An official investigation looked into the injuries Fu Xiancai received. This investigation was carried out by the same police group that had warned him. Their report said that the injuries were not caused by others. This conclusion was questioned by many.
Despite these challenges, Fu Xiancai's work was recognized. In 2006, he received an important award. The Centre on Housing Rights and Evictions (COHRE) gave him the Housing Rights Defender award. This award honored his efforts to protect housing rights.
Fu Xiancai continues to be a symbol of courage. He stands up for people's rights in China.
