Transnationalism and identity

Transnationalism and identity are concepts that inherently call for juxtaposition. This is so because many peoples' transnational networks of exchange and participation are grounded upon some perception of common identity; conversely, the identities of numerous individuals and groups of people...

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Published in:Journal of ethnic and migration studies 2001-10, Vol.27 (4), p.573-582
Main Author: Vertovec, Steven
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
China
Class
Community
Cuba
Cultural contact
Cyprus
Ethnicity
Gender
Germany
Greece
Group Identity
Identity
Immigrants
Immigration
Immigration law
Migrant workers
Migration
Nation building
Nationality
Postcolonial societies
Race
Racial attitudes
Refugees
Social Relations
Transnationalism
Turkey
U.S.A
Ukraine
United Kingdom
Urban space
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Summary:Transnationalism and identity are concepts that inherently call for juxtaposition. This is so because many peoples' transnational networks of exchange and participation are grounded upon some perception of common identity; conversely, the identities of numerous individuals and groups of people are negotiated within social worlds that span more than one place. In this introductory article, the transnational perspective on migration studies is first discussed, followed by some critiques and outstanding questions. The final section summarises points raised by the contributing authors of the main articles in this themed issue of JEMS, especially with regard to various ways transnational settings and dynamics affect the construction, negotiation and reproduction of identities.
ISSN:1369-183X
1469-9451
DOI:10.1080/13691830120090386