Silent Struggles of the Uyghur Diaspora

This chapter explores the contradictory narratives surrounding the concentration camps in Xinjiang, initially dismissed by the Chinese government but later reframed as vocational schools. It shares personal accounts from Uyghurs abroad, detailing their fears of government reprisals against family members in China and the emotional toll of speaking out. Additionally, it highlights the ongoing oppression faced by the Uyghur community and the pervasive sense of peril that accompanies their attempts to communicate with loved ones.