Participatory Governance in Contemporary China

Dr. Chao Feng is Lecturer in politics at the Faculty of Philosophy, Zhongnan University of Economics and Law, Wuhan. Dr. Feng completed his Ph.D. in politics at Central China Normal University, where he also engaged in extensive research at the Institute for China Rural Studies and the Institute for Advanced Study in Political Science. His scholarly work has been well-received, contributing significantly to the understanding of rural governance and party organizations in China. His publications include analyses of grassroots party organizations and rural governance mechanisms, which appear in respected journals and book chapters such as "Study & Exploration," "Rural Economy," and "In-Depth Fieldwork in Rural China." Notably, his research on the behavioral logic of peasants and the role of party building in rural grassroots governance has established him as a prominent voice in his field.

Dr. Yaguang Hao serves as Professor of grassroots politics at both the Institute for China Rural Studies and the Institute for Advanced Study in Political Science at Central China Normal University, Wuhan. Dr. Hao, who earned his Ph.D. in politics from the same university, is nationally recognized for his research expertise. His accolades include the 6th "Journal Theme Promotion Good Articles" from the Publishing Bureau of the Central Propaganda Department in 2022 and the Second Prize of the First National Higher Education Excellent Textbook in 2021. Dr. Hao actively participates in professional circles, holding memberships in prestigious organizations such as the International Political Science Association and the International Public Policy Association. Additionally, he is Key Member of editorial boards for both the Rural China Studies book series and the China Rural Research journal .