[Image: Technology
Writer, 2011].
The concept of diaspora is a key concept in relation
to narratives. There are multiple definitions of diaspora and for the purpose
of this blog entry, the most relevant will be provided. “The dispersion or spread of any people
from their original homeland,” (Oxford Dictionaries, 2015). More about
it can be read here. This
sub-concept of narrative, and also the concept of identity, will be directly
linked to the social networking website, Facebook.
Identity and diaspora are
linked in a significant way. According to Mung M, E, (2005), “During
the migration an identity develops and is based on the feeling of sharing a
'common origin, be it real or supposed”. This quotes exemplifies just how
identity and diaspore are linked. There are two central features to dispersed
communities: a hub of origin and links, (Kuttainen, V, 2015). Facebook can be
used to link narratives together, thus continuing the diaspora. A major concept
of narrative is communication; Facebook is a website where it’s users can
communicate with each other. Communication is also key in regards to diaspora identities.
The narratives that are shared keep their identities powerful and alive. Power
is an additional concept which is linked to diaspora. Exchanging the narratives
keeps the diaspora powerful. With the use of Facebook, the narratives can be
exchanged which, as a result, empowers the diaspora.
Overall, it can very clearly be seen how the
sub-concept of narrative, diaspora, can be connected to the social networking
website, Facebook. Additionally, it can also be seen how the concepts of
identity and power are directly linked to diaspora.
Reference List
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Kuttainen, V. (2015). BA1002: Our Space: Networks, Narratives, and
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In the lecture, Kuttainen, V, (2015) states that, “Narratives turn spaces into places”and this is exactly what Facebook has done, turning a simple space on the internet into a place, which allows people from every part of the world to come to one gather point or hub and communicate and express themselves from in their own homes, or even on the go. I agree to the fact that it diaspora can be connected to Facebook, just like other social networking sites. I also agree with how the concepts of identity and power are intertwined with the term diaspora since with examples of religion, culture, nationality there are always people who will degrade and dehumanize another; pushing people out and away due to their ideologies, looks, race, or even what the person identifies themselves whether sexually or not sexually. The internet, and social media are in my opinion something that had started the push towards equality for rights for LGBT and many other things, and awareness of cultures and nationalities, making the world more multicultural as it is now.
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Kuttainen, V. (2015). BA1002: Our Space: Networks, Narratives, and the Making of Place. Retrieved from http://learnjcu.jcu.edu.au on 12/09/15.
The idea of Facebook keeping diaspora alive through connecting individuals and culture is a strong argument. According to MaMung (2005), identity is based on feelings of shared origins whether they are real or imagined. Facebook allows us to communicate and grow our feelings of cultural belonging. As Victoria stated in the lecture, links and origins are necessary for people networks and so Facebook qualifies as one. I was wondering if you could have given examples of cultural narrative that was specific to Facebook as part of your evidence for your argument.
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Kuttainen, V. (2015) BA1002: People networks, week 7 notes [Powerpoint slides]. Retrieved from www.learnjcu.jcu.edu.au
MaMung, E. (2005) Comparative European research in migration, diversity and identities: Diaspora, spatiality, identities. 33-48. Spain, EU: University of Duesto Bilbao.