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This creates an invisibility of the community that allows the media to misrepresent, and for racists and bigots to stereotype and to attack.
At its worse it denies society a wealth of expertise and alternative ideas and approaches.
Marginalised in this way, the opportunities for the Chinese to make their voice heard and to exercise their influence is limited.
The National Conference seeks to draw out lessons from the Chinese experience in Britain, and to engage the community in the debate of how the community can raise levels of civic engagement and active citizenship.
Steve Lau's Welcome Speech in Full[MS Word File]
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