Dr Shian Yin

Profile

Dr Shian Yin is currently a Lecturer in Social Work at Birmingham City University (BCU) and holds a PhD in Social Work from the University of Nottingham. Prior to joining BCU, he taught undergraduate courses in Health and Social Care at Coventry University (London campus). His research focuses on care-experienced young people, child and adult social care, youth transitions, and social policy analysis, with a particular interest in the Chinese context and beyond. Dr Yin has published widely in SSCI-indexed journals and specialises in qualitative research methods and thematic analysis. He is committed to bridging academic research with practice to promote social policy reform and improve the wellbeing of marginalised groups.

Research

Publications

Yin, S. (2025). “How does Living in Institution Impact Young Lives?” -Insights from Young People in Ci’aiyuan, Children & Society. 39(4), 760-769. https://doi.org/10.1111/chso.12942

Yin, S., Laird, S. and Warwick, L. (2025). Diverse Pathways and the Role of Timing: Youth Experiences of Leaving Care in China. Child & Family Social Work, 1–11. https://doi.org/10.1111/cfs.70108

Yin, S. (2025). Exploring alternative care options for children in China: recent developments and challenges. Journal of Public Child Welfare, 19(3), 634–658. https://doi.org/10.1080/15548732.2024.2349156

Yin, S. (2024). Risks and Challenges of Living in Institutions: Voices from Young People with Care Experience in China. Children and Youth Services Review, 163, 107776. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.childyouth.2024.107776

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