Racism in China's sports fandom | Lecture Theatre 026
Sports & Fitness
Explore the issue of racism within China's sports fandom at the upcoming event, "Racism in China's sports fandom." The event will delve into a case study involving basketball fans' discussions on the Black Lives Matter movement on Hupu, a prominent Chinese sports platform. Through this examination, attendees will gain insights into the prevalence of negative attitudes towards the BLM movement rooted in China's historical racial perspectives and contemporary nationalist beliefs. The talk will highlight how expressions of anti-Black sentiments among Hupu users are intertwined with the nationalist ideologies prevalent in China's sports community. This discussion sheds light on the perpetuation of Han chauvinism and racism in Chinese social media, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of sports culture, nationalism, and global socio-political movements. The speaker, Altman Yuzhu Peng, an associate professor at the University of Warwick, will share his research findings and engage participants in a thought-provoking dialogue. Join us at Lecture Theatre 026, Eastern Avenue Law School Annex Building, Camperdown, NSW 2050, on June 17, 2024, for this enlightening event. Admission is free.