All-China Women’s Federation

The All-China Women's Federation (ACWF) is a national-level women's organization in China. It operates under the leadership of the Chinese Communist Party and aims to represent and protect the rights and interests of women, promote gender equality, and mobilize women to participate in national development. The ACWF is newsworthy due to its increasing involvement in Hong Kong affairs. Recently, State Councillor Shen Yiqin, a top official on women's affairs, outlined three goals for Hong Kong regarding women and family development, emphasizing the need for inclusive policies. Furthermore, Zhang Dongmei, a former vice-president of the ACWF, was appointed as a deputy director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office (HKMAO), marking the first time a woman has held this position since the office's status was elevated. These developments highlight the ACWF's growing influence and its role in extending Beijing's policies and priorities related to women's issues to Hong Kong.