There are a large number of mass organizations in China, which carry
out their activities independently in accordance with the Constitution
and the law. Subordinate units of these organizations are scattered in
the cities and rural areas, serving to unite workers, young people, women
and other persons of all walks of life nationwide. They participate in
national and local political life and play an important role in coordinating
social and public affairs and safeguarding the legitmate rights and interests
of the people.
The Main Mass Organizations
| Name |
Date of Foundation |
Main Constituents |
Leader of the Central Organ |
| All-China Federation of Trade Unions
|
May 1925 |
Workers |
Chairman: Wei Jianxing |
| Communist Youth League of China |
May 1922 |
Advanced youth |
First Secretary: Zhou Qiang |
| All-China Women's Federation |
April 1949 |
Women from all walks of life |
Chairwoman: Peng Peiyun |
| All-China Federation of Industry and
Commerce |
October 1953 |
People in industry and commerce |
Chairman: Jing Shuping |
