Elaine Sio Ieng Hui

I was drawn to Prison Notebooks, written by Antonio Gramsci, since studying in college. It has inspired me to critically reflect on social inequalities and ways to build a just society. Gramsci's concept of organic intellectuals—meaning those who promote the political and economic well-being of exploited social groups—has long guided my scholarly pursuits in studying Chinese workers and labor politics. It has also prompted me to think about how to make an impact on the society through my work.