Cultural Community Research Articles

Unpacking transformation in community music discourse

PurposeTransformation has become a commonly employed phrase in the field of community music. However, there has been little critical examination of its employment. This study aimed to explore how and why community musicians and project participants used this concept to describe their experiences of community music-making programmes.Design/methodology/approachA mixed methodological approach was utilised for this study. This included conducting an extensive literature review to establish a conceptual framework of transformations meaning within community music literature. Additionally, a historiography of the use of transformation in cultural policymaking and community music practice was developed to examine how this concept has gained prominence in the discourse. Alongside this, a case study was conducted on a music-making programme for adults with a mental health diagnosis to investigate the practical application of the concept of transformation.FindingsThe research reveals that musicians and participants often use “transformation” as a metaphor to articulate the personal impacts of community music programmes. These impacts include enhanced self-confidence, a greater sense of control and shifts in how individuals perceive themselves. The widespread use of this term is influenced by the messaging of funders and policymakers, who use the concept of personal transformation to rationalise funding for arts and cultural initiatives.Originality/valueThis research provides a new perspective on transformation and its meaning in community music practice. Additionally, it highlights the interconnection between community music activity and cultural policymaking, a relationship that has yet to receive much attention from scholars across both fields.

An Autoethnography of an Islamic Teacher Education Programme

This article explores Islamic Teacher Education through an autoethnographic account of the author’s experience with the Graduate Certificate of Education (Islamic Pedagogy) at the University of South Australia. It addresses the lack of research on how Islamic Pedagogy is taught, contributing to the growing scholarship on faith-based teacher education. Autoethnography is a qualitative research method that combines autobiography and ethnography, emphasising personal experiences to explore cultural communities. It is especially useful in studying emerging concepts like Islamic Pedagogy and Faithful Praxis. This approach challenges Western positivism, promoting epistemic reflexivity, and offering critical insights into marginalised perspectives and educational practices. This paper employs autoethnography to present the author’s Faithful Praxis journey as a transformative pedagogical shift, shaped by their experiences with Western and Islamic epistemologies, aiming to empower Muslim voices in education and challenge marginalization, with the Graduate Certificate fostering epistemic reflexivity and providing a platform to reconcile Islamic and Western knowledge in the classroom. This paper also clarifies the distinction between Islamic Pedagogy and Islamic Integration through autoethnography by highlighting their complementary nature as opposed to the author’s initial assumptions around their interchangeability. Whilst this article contributes to the growing Islamic Teacher Education scholarship through an autoethnographic perspective, further research to assess broader program efficacy is still needed.

Artificial Intelligence-Driven Translation Tools in Intensive Care Units for Enhancing Communication and Research

There is a need to improve communication for patients and relatives who belong to cultural minority communities in intensive care units (ICUs). As a matter of fact, language barriers negatively impact patient safety and family participation in the care of critically ill patients, as well as recruitment to clinical trials. Recent studies indicate that Google Translate and ChatGPT are not accurate enough for advanced medical terminology. Therefore, developing and implementing an ad hoc machine translation tool is essential for bridging language barriers. This tool would enable language minority communities to access advanced healthcare facilities and innovative research in a timely and effective manner, ensuring they receive the comprehensive care and information they need. Method: Key factors that facilitate access to advanced health services, in particular ICUs, for language minority communities are reviewed. Results: The existing digital communication tools in emergency departments and ICUs are reviewed. To the best of our knowledge, no AI English/French translation app has been developed for deployment in ICUs. Patient privacy and data confidentiality are other important issues that should be addressed. Conclusions: Developing an artificial intelligence-driven translation tool for intensive care units (AITIC) which uses language models trained with medical/ICU terminology datasets could offer fast and accurate real-time translation. The AITIC could support communication, and consolidate and expand original research involving language minority communities.

The Representation of Ethnic Identity in Banjar Fiction by Jamal T. Suryanata

This study aims to analyze the representation of ethnic identity in Banjar fiction by Jamal T. Suryanata. Banjar fiction, as part of regional literature, plays an important role in depicting the life, culture, and thoughts of the Banjar community. The main objective of this research is to identify how Banjar ethnic identity is portrayed in Suryanata's works, as well as to understand how the characters, themes, and symbols used in these works reflect the social and cultural construction of Banjar ethnicity. The method used in this study is descriptive qualitative text analysis. This research examines several works of Banjar fiction by Jamal T. Suryanata, such as novels and short stories, through an ethnic identity theory approach and literary sociology studies. The analysis focuses on the characters in the stories, cultural depictions, and the role of the Banjar language in shaping the image and characteristics of ethnicity in these works. The findings of this study indicate that Banjar ethnic identity in Jamal T. Suryanata’s works is portrayed through depictions of daily life, customary values, and the social conflicts faced by the Banjar community. The characters in these fictions often experience shifts or quests for identity, both in relation to other communities and in maintaining their original culture. The Banjar language also plays an important role in reinforcing the authenticity and depth of the representation of Banjar cultural identity. Themes such as unity, social change, and modernization challenges become central issues that highlight the dynamics of ethnic identity. The implications of this research show that Banjar literature functions not only as entertainment but also as a medium for communicating and preserving cultural identity. The representation of ethnic identity in Banjar fiction contributes to a deeper understanding of Banjar cultural values and how its community faces the challenges of modern times. This study also opens up space for further research on the role of regional literature in preserving Indonesia’s cultural diversity.

A Study of Urban Village Transformation Programs in Shenzhen Through Field Research

Shenzhen, as one of the cities with a larger number of urban villages in China, has put the comprehensive transformation of urban villages on the agenda. Urban villages are one of the witnesses to the development of Shenzhen due to their development reasons and history. However, due to their more complex living environment and larger population, they have always been a safety hazard in the city. As the incremental demand for urban space decreases and the city begins to pursue the path of comprehensive efficiency and high-quality development, it is necessary to increase the cultural and cognitive diversity of urban villages. By combining demolition and renovation, the transformation of urban villages ensures the normal housing needs of current residents while optimizing infrastructure and living environments, reducing residential risks, and establishing a diverse community culture. This paper analyzes and studies the situation of urban villages in Shenzhen by means of field research and overview, and explores the advantages and importance of urban village transformation based on policy analysis.

"I'm in the Care Orbit": Unveiling the Enabling Context of the HIV Care Continuum in People Living With HIV.

This study aimed to explore the enabling context of the HIV care continuum as perceived by people living with HIV and healthcare professionals. This qualitative study involved in-depth individual interviews with eight people living with HIV and group interviews with seven nurses and physicians. These interviews took place between March 5, 2021, and July 13, 2022. Thematic analysis was conducted. The main themes that emerged included "network of support and systems," "personal gains from the care continuum," "continuity and practicality of healthcare services," "presence of significant other(s)," and "social belonging." These themes were structured within the five levels of the socio-ecological model (system, individual, organizational, interpersonal, and community levels), and 10 subthemes were identified. With the integration of themes, the enabling context was compared to a "care orbit," indicating that people diagnosed with HIV start treatment at the system level and continue HIV care at other levels. In addition to primary support at the system level, the enabling context also includes individual commitment to care and regular health habits, hospital services, support from significant others, and community culture. Together, the context helps guide people living with HIV into the "orbit" of the care system.

The culture of ecological centers as a significant element of urban life in eco-cities

The study included an examination of user activities at an ecological centre in a major city, as well as the ecological culture that resulted from those actions. Non-participant observation and an offline questionnaire survey with 342 respondents were the methods used to acquire the data. The data is analysed using Jens S. Dangschat's notion of place habitus. The theoretical paradigm of habitus enables to analyse the community's ecological culture. The space itself benefits greatly from visitor behaviours; for example, a normal visitor's path is automated and predictable. Most users regularly come to the center, visit other eco-friendly spaces, and follow this topic on social networks. A significant proportion (47%) of respondents actively pursue environmentally friendly lifestyles, with occasional engagement in environmental organizations and infrequent financial contributions. A smaller but notable group (22%) demonstrates consistent engagement with environmental organizations through frequent visits and financial contributions. The center, with its spatial solutions, quickly places visitors in an ecological culture, which allows us to talk about the integrating role of the center.

Cultural disaster: A threat to the preservation of Minangkabau culture

Culture is something essential and a marker of the identity of an ethnic group. Therefore, culture must always be part of human life. However, due to various factors, the culture of a tribe is often neglected and which lead to cultural disasters. In this regard, this study examined cultural disaster in Minangkabau. The study used a qualitative and quantitative approach. The respondents were the younger generation of Minangkabau who were studying at university. Discussions with cultural figures, religious leaders, educators, and community leaders were also conducted to know their perspectives on cultural disasters. The study results showed that there has indeed been a shift in Minangkabau cultural values which could lead to a cultural disaster. The lack of instilling cultural values and the ignorance of the collective awareness regarding the importance of knowledge and implementation of cultural values lead to a cultural disaster. The result of the study indicated a potential threat of a cultural disaster in Minangkabau, as indicated by the lack of basic knowledge of the young generation about cultural values in Minangkabau expressions, kinship terms, traditional arts, and culinary. The learning process of Minangkabau cultures can be one of the ways to anticipate the Minangkabau cultural disaster.

Multimodal Preventive Strategy Against Dementia in Older Adults in Chile

Introduction: dementia is a growing problem throughout the world, and Chile is no exception. With a greater impact among elderly people. Objective: discover how a multimodal intervention can benefit older people in preventing dementia. Methodo: study with pre-diagnosis and post-evaluation. Strategies are combined to address the problem comprehensively: cognitive therapies, adapted physical exercise, emotional and social support, among others. Participants 20 older people with no history of cognitive impairment from a commune in the Araucanía region. Results: limited knowledge about dementia prevention and concern about future cognitive decline. The most frequently expressed risk factors for dementia are alcohol abuse, not playing mind games, having depression, and not doing physical exercise. Categories emerge from the qualitative phase; Knowledge of dementia, Knowledge of dementia prevention, Community culture of dementia care, Experience in the intervention and Satisfaction of the experience. Conclusions: highlights the urgent need for specific preventive and educational interventions and implement programs. These programs must be adapted to the specific needs and characteristics of the population, considering cultural, socioeconomic and access to health care factors. It is important to provide the community with practical tools and resources to maintain cognitive health and reduce the risk of developing the disease.

Model of Multisector And Multidimensional Approaches: An Effort to Stunting Prevention Education in Kuantan Singingi Regency, Indonesia

This study aims to determine how the multisector and multidimensional approach model is in efforts to prevent stunting in Kuantan Singingi Regency. The method used qualitative descriptive approach. The selection of informants using a purposive sample of 5 people : 1 person from the Population Control, Family Planning, Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Service (DP2KBP3A), 1 person Health Service, 1 person Health Center, 1 person the Stunting Acceleration Team (TPPS) and 1 person from the head of Posyandu. Data collection used in-depth interviews, participatory observation and documentation studies. Data analysis used qualitative analysis. The results showed that the multisector approach model was integrated from the central level, provincial level, district/city, external to village. Collaborating with the Education, Health, social, economic, agricultural, plantation sectors, etc. involving the central and regional governments, Community Institutions, community leaders and the general public. Multidimensional targets are mothers, toddlers, teenagers, prospective brides, pregnant women, children, and the elderly. The results show that stunting rates are decrease. Supporting factors are government support and an integrated stunting prevention education model with various sectors. Obstacles factors are the quality of human resources, the social culture of the local community and the stigma of stunting as negative

The Idea of Inclusion as Philosophy of Education – Contexts Relevant to Special Needs Education

Introduction: Social inclusion involves countering social inequality, separation and marginalisation, whilst valuing diversity. The phenomenon of inclusion, perceived in the context of inclusive education in the perspective of special education, signifies the inclusion of categories of difference in the scope of commonality. Research Aim: The research problem is a question of what the idea of social inclusion is as a philosophy of education, with which fundamental conceptual categories, central to the issue at hand, it corresponds to and how this idea conceptually integrates within the area of special education interests. The cognitive objective of the research was to explore the meaning of inclusion understood as levelling out social inequalities, increasing social participation for groups disadvantaged by difference in opportunities, and valuing diversity as a high priority category for special education. Evidence-based Facts: The main focus is to reflect upon the meaning of inclusion, inclusive community and inclusive culture, diversity and difference in relation to the philosophy of education and the learning environment. The essential context of the discussion amounts to an analysis of the core conceptual categories and the transmission of the idea of inclusion into the paradigmatic space of special education. Summary: Special education is a space of equal opportunities, and inclusive education is one of the most effective emancipatory tools for bridging social inequalities. Inclusive education is seen as a transformative zone in which the vision of practical possibilities for the implementation and legitimacy of the idea of social inclusion is increasingly gaining greater validity.

풍속화에 나타난 전통놀이

This study aims to examine traditional games depicted in genre paintings of the late Joseon Dynasty and to find out what differences there are according to the age or gender of the participants. To this end, 67 genre paintings depicting 11 traditional games were selected as the final analysis subjects. Whether a child is a child or not was determined by the appearance of the hair in a bun or braids, rather than a topknot or bun. As a result of the analysis, 31 types of traditional games were shown in the genre paintings, including swing riding, mask play, and janggi. Children participated in traditional games with their parents, children, neighbors, and adults in the community rather than alone, and the preferred form of traditional games differed depending on gender. These results of the analysis show that the traditional society of our country values the worldview of respect for people and nature, which emphasizes the harmony of relationships between people and nature, and that it is due to the family-centered and group-centered community culture and the equal culture that recognizes individual differences between men and women. Therefore, it is suggested that our traditional games be harmoniously reintegrated and recreated with the past and the new, and utilized in educational institutions.

The Inclusivism Values of Sheikh Burhanuddin Ulakan's Cultural Preaching as an Alternative to Maintaining National Diversity

This study aims to describe the values of inclusivism contained by the cultural da'wah model of Sheikh Burhanuddin Ulakan Pariaman as an alternative to caring for national pluralism. The focus of this study is to question what an inclusive da'wah model looks like and how it is implemented, as well as the impact of inclusive da'wah on community culture as a solution alternative in caring for the plurality of nations that live, grow and develop from various ethnicities, religions and beliefs can coexist within the framework of the Unitary State of the Republic of Indonesia. This study examines what values are categorised as inclusivism and how to preserve them in the face of national pluralism. This study uses a literacy review study of various sources concerning the theory of inclusivism in cultural da'wah relations. The findings of this study show that the values carried in Sheikh Burhanuddin's da'wah that are similar to the concept of inclusive da'wah include respecting cultural diversity, making culture an approach and integrating culture with religion, being tolerant and not imposing one's will, and facilitating other people's affairs. The impact of this da'wah is that the Minangkabau people get a basic reference in life which is integrated in the philosophy of adat basandi syarak, syarak basandi kitabullah, syara' mangato adat memakai. This study can be used as an alternative to glue and maintain the integrity of national life in the plurality of nations.

LA SAPOLOGIE : DU CHOC DES CIVILISATIONS A L’IDENTITE SOCIALE DE LA POPULATION CONGOLAISE

Sapology: From the Clash of Civilizations to the Social Identity of the Congolese Population. Known as the art of dressing elegantly and extravagantly, sapology has become a social identity of the Congolese community. Yet, most of the population in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) lives below the poverty line, with less than one US dollar a day. Given this controversial reality, the fundamental questions that this article attempts to answer are namely: - how have exogenous factors significantly contributed to the emergence and evolution of sapology to the point of becoming a culture and social identity of the Congolese community? - And how has sapology impacted the culture and the socio-economic situation of the Congolese community? Several studies in the literature focus on endogenous factors that construct a social identity. However, a few of them analyze how exogenous factors can contribute to constructing a culture and social identity. Using Samuel Huntington’s “clash of civilization” theory, the article demonstrates how exogenous factors have significantly contributed to the emergence of sapology to point of becoming a social identity and a modus vivendi (way of life) of the Congolese community.

Exploring Multilingualism and Cultural Negotiations in Literary Narratives: A Comparative Analysis of the Role of Language in Aké: Jahre der Kindheit by Wole Soyinka and Die Brücke vom Goldenen Horn by Emine Özdama

This essay compares language and its role in cultural negotiation, focusing on Wole Soyinka's Aké: Jahre der Kindheit and Emine Özdama's Die Brücke vom Goldenen Horn. By examining how language shapes multilingualism in these narratives and influences cultural identities, this comparative analysis presents the ways in which linguistic diversity reflects deeper cultural negotiations. Through the characters' interactions with language, readers are drawn into the complexities of communication as a space for both negotiation and conflict, particularly as characters navigate the expectations of different cultural and linguistic communities. Furthermore, this analysis explores how characters manage language differences and the broader societal attitudes toward multilingualism. By examining these renowned works from authors of distinct cultural backgrounds and experiences, this paper sheds light on the intricate connection between culture, identity, and language.

Conflict resolution in indigenous communities: A social work perspective

Indigenous communities possess rich traditions of conflict resolution rooted in their cultural values, collective decision-making, and community involvement. However, the imposition of Western legal frameworks and colonial histories has often disrupted these practices, leading to increased tensions and unresolved conflicts. This study explored conflict resolution within Indigenous communities, emphasizing the role of social work in facilitating culturally appropriate processes. The study employed a qualitative approach, incorporating interviews with Indigenous leaders, social workers, and community members, alongside a review of relevant literature on traditional practices and social work interventions. Social workers play a crucial role as facilitators, helping to navigate tensions and bridging gaps between traditional practices and contemporary needs. Challenges include a lack of cultural competency and the need for ongoing community engagement. The integration of Indigenous knowledge systems into conflict resolution practices enhance outcomes and foster healing. Social workers prioritize cultural humility and active listening, ensuring that Indigenous voices lead the resolution process. By supporting the reclamation of traditional conflict resolution methods and advocating for culturally sensitive practices, social workers empowered Indigenous communities, promote resilience, and facilitate more effective conflict resolution. This perspective underscores the necessity of collaboration, respect, and recognition of Indigenous sovereignty in all social work interventions.

Improving Coach Competence as an Effort to Improve Science and Technology-Based Sports Achievements at KONI Magetan Regency

Community empowerment is an essential initiative focused on promoting and fostering positive transformations in the areas of sports, social sciences, arts, and cultural community activities. In the realm of sports, community empowerment emphasizes enhancing the quality of human resources, physical fitness, and athletic success at provincial, national, and international stages, thereby shaping the community's identity as an important contributor to sports advancement. A primary objective of this community service initiative (PKM) is to create strategies for improving athletic performance by offering certified physical trainer training and guidance to the KONI Magetan Regency members, assisting them in succeeding at provincial, national, and international contests. Attaining success in sports demands a long-term, structured, and sustainable strategy, vital for developing regional and national sports identities. Community engagement is a crucial element in developing national sports strategies and programs. Empowering sports via the branch leaders of KONI Magetan Regency is essential for promoting community-oriented sports as well as competitive success. The techniques employed in this program consist of educating physical trainers and designing training programs. The education for physical trainers centers on crafting training regimens that cater to the unique requirements of various energy systems, the traits of specific sports disciplines, and the structuring of training over periods to improve athletes' biomotor abilities. Furthermore, the program includes the formulation of physical training strategies aimed at assisting athletes in achieving optimal performance according to set objectives. This training seeks to empower sports coaches at KONI Magetan Regency with the expertise to create impactful programs that enhance athletes' skills and contribute to success. The objective is to cultivate proficient coaches and elite athletes capable of representing Magetan Regency, East Java, and Indonesia on greater platforms.

Children as agents of cultural adaptation.

The human capacity for culture is a key determinant of our success as a species. While much work has examined adults' abilities to create and transmit cultural knowledge, relatively less work has focused on the role of children (approx. 3-17 years) in this important process. In the cases where children are acknowledged, they are largely portrayed as acquirers of cultural knowledge from adults, rather than cultural producers in their own right. In this paper, we bring attention to the important role that children play in cultural adaptation by highlighting the structure, function, and ubiquity of the large body of knowledge produced and transmitted by children, known as peer culture. Supported by evidence from diverse disciplines, we argue that children are independent producers and maintainers of these autonomous cultures, which exist with regularity across diverse societies, and persist despite compounding threats. Critically, we argue peer cultures are a source of community knowledge diversity, encompassing both material and immaterial knowledge related to geography, ecology, subsistence, norms, and language. Through a number of case studies, we further argue that peer culture products and associated practices - including exploration, learning, and the retention of abandoned adult cultural traits - may help populations adapt to changing ecological and social conditions, contribute to community resilience, and even produce new cultural communities. We end by highlighting the pressing need for research to more carefully investigate children's roles as active agents in cultural adaptation.

Precedent Phenomena as a Means of Event Representation in the English Language Media Discourse

Precedent phenomena act as a tool of informing and influencing the addressee in the media space. The aim of the article is to examine the functioning of precedent phenomena as a means of representing current events in media discourse. The relevance of the research is determined by the widespread use of precedent phenomena in mass media. Concepts of precedent phenomena represent a mental image of a stereotypical situation, which reflects the results of human cognition of the surrounding reality. In modern media texts, the peripheral layer is transformed under the influence of the extralinguistic context, while the nuclear layer of the conceptual component of the concept remains unchanged. The value and figurative (metaphorical) components of precedent phenomena related to associations at the diachronic level contribute to the expansion of the notional component of the concept when representing current events at the synchronic level. The article proposes an algorithm for the study of the verbalized concepts “fifth column”, “great game”, “iron curtain”, “cold war”, “road map”, “Pearl Harbor”, which, in the form of perception invariants, are included in the cognitive base of most linguistic and cultural communities. The sources of the research material were the texts of the quality English language press in the period of 2022-2023. To accomplish the task, the following methods are applied: discourse analysis, cognitive analysis, and diachronic analysis. The discourse analysis explicates the meaning of the precedent phenomenon at the synchronic level, taking into account nonlinguistic factors (political and socio-cultural context). Cognitive analysis defines the value component of the concept, which includes subjective modalities (axiological, emotive, deontic). An axiological modality is a rational (positive or negative) assessment of an event. Emotional evaluation is the result of a sensual reaction to a fragment of the world around. The deontic modality is connected with the normative worldview of the society that regulates the behavior of people in the community and the interaction of states in the global world. Diachronic analysis reveals the origin of the precedent phenomenon and defines its value and figurative (metaphorical) aspects, as well as the core layer of the concept. The proposed algorithm of analyzing verbalized concepts can be helpful for professionals in the field of cognitive linguistics, media linguistics, and political linguistics. The investigated precedent phenomena as dynamically evolving and transforming concepts may be of interest for further detailed study.

OPEN-AIR MUSEUM AS A FACTOR IN FORMING CULTURAL IDENTITY (ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE MUSEUM-RESERVE «TOMSKAYA PISA-NITSA»)

The state autonomous cultural institution of Kuzbass Museum-Reserve «Tomskaya Pisanitsa» performs an important function in constructing and transmitting the regional cultural identity of Siberia. The study based on the analysis of the museum practices and interaction with the local community tes-tifies that the museum acts as a key agent of socialization, contributing to the formation of a sense of belonging to their cultural community among the popu-lation. Through the mechanisms of museumification and cultural animation the museum preserves and popularizes the historical and cultural heritage of the region, strengthening interethnic ties and promoting the development of cul-tural tourism.