Symbol Of Identity Research Articles

Banana Ketchup

Banana ketchup is an iconic marker of Filipino cultural identity. Across the homeland/diaspora divide, the Filipino public celebrates the memory of Maria Y. Orosa, the food scientist, early immigrant to the American West Coast, and anti-Japanese guerrilla fighter, for her creation of the country’s favorite sauce or sawsawan. The history of this beloved food item is often recounted as a narrative of scientific innovation, anticolonial resistance, and sovereignty. This essay explores the work that such narratives do, noting not only how they are invoked as frames for Filipinos and Filipino Americans’ critiques of gustatory coloniality but also how they can themselves veil other political realities deserving of attention. At banana ketchup manufacturing plants in the Philippines, laborers and allies reimagine the condiment not as a proud symbol of identity but rather as a vessel of labor exploitation, union busting, and police brutality. This alternative narrative is often eclipsed by modes of storytelling that elevate Orosa’s ingenious substitution of a native fruit like bananas for an imported product like tomatoes as an emblem of gustatory independence. Documenting an essential piece of Filipino food history yet to receive much scholarly attention, this essay ultimately asks how ways of remembering food history can themselves become ways of forgetting. Its aim is to offer an intervention toward bringing cultural memory and contemporary labor struggles between the Filipino homeland and diaspora into political relation.

'I whisper a prayer to this beauty...': Representation of the national concept 'ЗЕМЛЯ'/'LAND' in Lina Kostenko' s literary universe

This study examined Lina Kostenko's literary expressions, and offers a more profound comprehension of the nuanced connotations associated with ЗЕМЛЯ/LAND concept in the Ukrainian context and its role in shaping Ukrainian cultural identity. The analysis of Kostenko's literary works, with a specific emphasis on significant lexical components such as Україна/Ukraine, рідна земля/native land, and Батьківщина/Motherland, explored the complex interplay between language, culture, and identity. Metaphors, epithets, and figurative language, which encompass ideas of краcа/beauty, родючіcть/fertility, щедрість/generosity are employed to elucidate the conceptual characteristics associated with the LAND concept. Spatial concretizations such as ліс/forest, сад/garden, поле/field, and степ/steppe have gained considerable significance, with the steppe in particular emerging as a prominent symbol of Ukrainian identity constituting approximately 44% of linguistic representations, while approximately 47% of the observed depictions were associated with the forest and garden. Additionally, the study explored the anthropomorphic qualities and identified the axiologemes attributed to the concept of ЗЕМЛЯ/LAND, as well as their role in shaping the nation's consciousness. This academic exploration revealed valuable insights into the linguistic richness and cultural significance of ЗЕМЛЯ/LAND concept and its enduring relevance within the broader context of linguo-culturology and conceptual analysis.

Language as a symbol of national identity in the context of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict

Language as a symbol of national identity in the context of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict

Post-modernization Paradigm on the Modern Cultural Communication Research: A Literature Review

The aim of this research study was to examine the patterns of cultural communication in the modern era and analyze its impact from a post-modernization paradigm. A rapid review approach employing the keywords “communication” AND “culture” AND “modern” was used to identify relevant articles published between 2019 and 2023. The reveiw which followed the PRISMA guidelines selected 35 articles that were grouped by type, function and purpose of communication (communication, identity, perception, education and entertainment) using the NVivo 12 Pro program. Most articles (n=13) were published in 2022 by predominantly authors from Russia. Modernization gives rise to cultural evolution and changes in ethnic and symbolic identities which drive post-modernists to advocate for the return of cultural identity that relies on various forms of communication. Modernization in cultural communication must be balanced with the post-modernization paradigm so that limitations in the generalization of communication design are in alignment with the subjective needs of each individual. The current study also acknowledged its methodological limitaons and potential biases for transparency and scientific rigor.

Cultural Heritage Recognition through Protection of Historical Value and Urban Regeneration: CSOA Forte Prenestino

The conformation and dynamics of metropolitanisation act as propulsive elements of territorial transformations. The deficiency of infrastructural equipment, the heterogeneity of urban fabric and the lack of services and public spaces contribute to severing the identity ties between settled communities and territories. In light of this, within the more general reflection concerning urban regeneration, we recall the role that cultural heritage plays in the physical and functional organisation of the city, as a reflection of the interaction between community and context. The contribution is contextualized in the research work on the activities related to Thematic Line 4 of the Extended Partnership 5—CHANGES (NRRP). The thematic line activities follow three phases: 1. contextualization; 2. operational phase; 3. experimentation. The research work presented here is part of the ‘operational phase’, to identify strategies and projects for heritage-led regeneration. The article analyses the pilot case of CSOA Forte Prenestino as a starting point for thinking about expanding the research activity to other similar cases. It is a self-managed community centre in Rome (Italy) located in the nineteenth-century Forte, which has become a symbol of collective identity. The case study was identified following three levels of investigation: 1. identification of the municipality, first-level administrative subdivision of the city of Rome (Italy); 2. identification of the main historical, archaeological and architectural emergencies of the municipality; 3. identification of an asset to be analysed as “Heritage by designation” (involvement of experts) and “Heritage by appropriation” (involvement of communities). The research results show the “Recognition Path” of Forte Prenestina: according to what has been ‘designated’ by urban planning instruments, project instruments, legislative instruments and authors of scientific publications and conferences; and on the basis of the bottom-up ‘appropriation’ process of the asset that has allowed its management, assessment of its cultural and social potential and its development. The research results allow us to reflect on heritage-led urban regeneration as a strategy capable of capturing and promoting the links between social integration and cultural–historical identity.

Which aesthetics works, classical or expressive? How and when aesthetic appearance enhances green consumption

PurposeThis research explores the impact of classical aesthetics (e.g. order and symmetry) and expressive aesthetics (e.g. creativity and distinctiveness) on consumer green consumption.Design/methodology/approachThis research conducted three studies. Study 1 explored the main effect of appearance aesthetics (appearance: plain vs classical vs expressive) on green products purchase intention through a one-factor between-subjects design. Study 2 verified the mediating role of perceived naturalness through two types of appearance aesthetics (appearance: classical vs expressive) between-subjects design. Study 3 verified the moderating role of product identity-symbolic attributes through a 2 (product identity-symbolic attributes: non-identity-symbolic vs identity-symbolic attributes) × 2 (appearance: classical aesthetics vs expressive aesthetics) between-subjects design.FindingsConsumers will be more likely to purchase a green product that has classical aesthetics appearance (vs expressive aesthetics). Perceived naturalness mediates the effect of aesthetic appearance on consumer green consumption. Product identity symbol attributes moderate this effect. Specifically, for non-identity-symbolic green products, classical aesthetics can effectively enhance consumer purchase intention. For identity-symbolic green products, expressive aesthetics can effectively enhance consumer purchase intention.Originality/valueExisting research suggests that aesthetic appearance can increase consumers’ evaluation of electronic products, beauty products and food, but the difference between aesthetics has not yet been explored. This research compares two aesthetics, contributing to the literature on aesthetic appearance in green products and offering valuable insights for managers’ green products marketing.

The role of metaphor in shamanism and poetry as a therapeutic tool for healing

This paper explores the healing power of metaphor in indigenous shamanism and contemporary poetry. It explores how metaphor bridges the landscape, communicates emotions, and advances healing across cultures and languages. Analyzing specific examples from diverse shamanic traditions and contemporary poems reveals shared themes and unique approaches to metaphorical usage. The paper presents glimpses of case studies from secondary data demonstrating symbolic identity's therapeutic value. It was found helpful in treating and managing anxiety and depression. Overall, this insight reflects the power of metaphor in facilitating self-knowledge, healing, and solidifying us. It also connects us to shared human experiences. The review paper uses comparative approaches to analyze cultural knowledge and explores how poets and shamans use metaphors in different cultural settings. The research objectives involve examining and collecting academic documents related to the topic from secondary sources. Thematic analysis structures and displays the gathered material in relevant areas. Shamanism and poetry use metaphors and promote healing and personal transformation. Both practices utilize metaphorical language to access and express emotional depths and navigate challenging experiences. Thus, that fosters individual and collective well-being. They have diverse cultural traditions and contemporary quests; however, there are shared themes and unique approaches to metaphor's therapeutic function.

‘Open your eyes onto these unexploited treasures’ – The Société d’Encouragement au Tourisme and the making of a Lebanese nation in the 1930s

ABSTRACT This article is an historical study of tourism development in mandate era Lebanon (1920–1943). Based on organisational papers as well as governmental and contemporary press records, it examines the efforts of the Société d’Encouragement au Tourisme (S.E.T.), established in 1935, to develop tourist infrastructure and promulgate a nation called Lebanon. Tourist development, including the building of roads, the making of centres d’estivage, and the preservation of natural features, this article argues, consolidated a hierarchical conception of a Lebanese nation within its colonial boundaries. While tourism development integrated Beirut and Mount Lebanon alongside selected ruins such as Baalbek, it excluded other regions such as Jabal ‘Amil in the South and ‘Akkar in the North. Furthermore, this article argues, that advocates deemed tourism a practice of citizenship. Tourism development not only sought to create symbols of national identity, but to instil national sentiments in Lebanese citizens. Under the banner of tourism development, its advocates mobilised several registers to enact social and cultural reform, including through the organisation of spectacles, educational programmes, and legal stipulations that conceptualised a strong nation-state to regulate, control, and reprimand its citizens.

Symbolic identities in football: a view from political science

ABSTRACT No detailed account is necessary for tracing the historical background of several football clubs and national football teams in Europe. While certainly not rejecting the obvious merits in detailing football’s history at local and national level, it is of equal importance to identify that specific, but often undefined, element that so elaborately encapsulates the essence of any given football team in a profoundly symbolic manner. While also addressing concepts denoting to political culture, political symbolism, and political identity, this paper examines the often-ignored finer details of a team’s crest, also decorating the sport shirt of football players, since the association between football fans and the iconic crest of the club and nation they support unreservedly are an integral part of their distinct football identity. The identity of a football team is effortlessly illustrated on its crest, thus succinctly expressing an abundance of historical and cultural evidence.

An ethnolinguistic study of the historical-philosophical value of the cultural art of Madura Kris

Kris is one of the potential forms of cultural wealth owned by Madura Island. Madura Kris has a distinctive shape and pamor pattern. This specialty is certainly because the krises, as a cultural heritage, illustrate local values and culture. Kris is not only a heirloom but also a cultural expression and value that is passed down from one generation to the next generation as a form of preservation. Inheritance and preservation are not just the inheritance of skills that bring economic value; moreover, inheritance is a cultural inheritance. In this cultural inheritance, philosophical values are implicitly conveyed through krises. The objective of a study linking krises and ethnolinguistics would be to examine the relationship between traditional Indonesian dagger and the cultural, linguistic, and ethnic identities of people in Southeast Asia. This study aims to understand how the Kris serves as a symbol of cultural identity and how it is used in various linguistic and ethnic contexts to convey meaning and reinforce cultural values. The research method used was descriptive qualitative with an ethnolinguistic approach. Ethnolinguistics historically reveals the cultural art of Kris to obtain a description of the value of divinity, society (togetherness), and personality (work ethic and love) contained in the cultural art of Madura Kris.

HISTÓRIA ORAL, FIGURAÇÃO E INTERPRETAÇÃO DO SERINGUEIRO: UMA ANÁLISE DA REPRESENTÇÃO SIMBÓLICA PRESENTE NA PRAÇA DOS SERINGUEIROS, EM PORTO VELHO.

The present study aims to present an analytical sketch about the interpretative and polysemic possibility of the figure of the rubber tapper. In this sense, the general objective is to analyze how the representation of the rubber tapper is transformed into symbols and historical meanings in a square in Porto Velho. The specific objectives are guided by presenting the implicit discourses of the symbolic representation constant in the rubber tappers’ square; and describe how the statue of the rubber tapper present in the square translates the history of the rubber plantation as a spatial and temporal mark of discourse and identity; The theoretical foundation will be subsidized, mainly, by Joutard (2000) and Caldas (1997), regarding Oral History. Bakhtin (2003) about text and discourse, and Nora (1993), about symbols and Memory of places. In the area of methodology, the research was developed via bibliographical research, whose nature of the texts and literature it is possible to locate the premises that meet the scope and object of the study. As a result, it can be inferred that there are a variety of possibilities for interpreting the rubber tapper square, with regard to the representative symbols marked by the rubber tapper statue. Thus, it was concluded that what has already been written about the story told via oral history of the rubber tappers still remain as a symbol of social resistance and identity of the historical character that was created throughout the period of rubber extraction in the Amazon.

Fast style transfer for ethnic patterns innovation

Minority ethnic patterns in China, reflecting diverse cultures, serve as symbols of ethnic identity and cultural heritage. However, the current artistic domain of minority ethnic patterns faces dual challenges: limited artistic styles and insufficient innovation efficiency. In addressing these issues, this study proposes a novel approach for ethnic pattern innovation, named Fast Style Transfer for Ethnic Pattern Innovation (FST-EPI), aiming to enhance innovation efficiency and diversify artistic styles. FST-EPI comprises three key modules: background generation, background fusion, and fast transfer. Firstly, the background generation module utilizes the Visual Geometry Group network (VGGNet) to extract features from images, generating a background image with the desired style while preserving the necessary stylistic attributes. Subsequently, textile patterns are fused with the stylized background image, forming a content-background fusion image. Finally, the selected stylistic patterns, along with the content-background fusion image, are input into the fast transfer module to produce the ultimate innovative pattern. Experimental results demonstrate that the generated images not only fully retain the core features and cultural elements of minority ethnic patterns but also successfully integrate the unique styles from one or more reference images. This proposed method exhibits outstanding efficiency and feasibility in a broad range of experiments related to ethnic pattern style transfer, as evidenced by thorough comparisons with state-of-the-art methods. Ultimately, the processing speed of this method achieves a real-time output at the level of seconds, reducing processing time by nearly 50% compared to traditional approaches.

The British Royals in Australia

The British Royals in Australia

PERBANDINGAN KINERJA NAÏVE BAYES DAN SVM PADA ANALISIS SENTIMEN TWITTER IBUKOTA NUSANTARA

The national capital is the center of government of a country and is often a symbol of sovereignty and national identity. The function and role of the capital city is very important in coordinating government activities, public policies and community services. This research aims to compare the effectiveness of two approaches for classification: Support Vector Machine and Naïve Bayes (SVM), in analyzing opinion sentiment towards the Indonesian capital based on Twitter data. Opinion sentiment analysis is crucial for understanding public views regarding various aspects of the Indonesian capital. The Twitter data used will involve opinions developing on social media regarding the Indonesian capital. The research methodology involves data collection, preprocessing, data sharing, Naïve Bayes and SVM model training, evaluation, and statistical analysis to compare the performance of the two models. Naïve Bayes and Support Vector Machine are the approaches employed in this study. The research results from the Naïve Bayes method present a sentiment analysis accuracy rate of 91%. The SVM method also provides a sentiment analysis accuracy rate of 94%. In light of the analysis's findings, the procedure utilizing the Support Vector Machine (SVM) method shows better results than the Naïve Bayes method in measuring sentiment towards the Indonesian capital.

Pecipaw (Peci Angpaw): Adding a Wallet in Traditional Peci with Enhancement of Betawi Gigi Balang Ornament

This paper sets out the additional value of peci, a hat usually worn by Muslim males in Jakarta during the celebration of Eid al-Fitr, as a symbol of Indonesian cultural identity and modesty. It is common practice for individuals to store money (angpau) in the peci for easy access, however, there is a problem with the existing traditional peci design. Money will scatter when the peci falls off, thus, compromising user comfort and safety. The peci design was explored by introducing an additional wallet feature with a zipper that allows customization and versatility. Additionally, the use of Betawi traditional ornaments further enhances the peci value, making it suitable as an iconic souvenir from Jakarta. This research applied the design thinking approach of the Hasso Platner Institute (HPI) Stanford model with five steps comprised of empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test as a problem-solving tool to provide a better understanding of the needs and perspectives of peci users. The results show that pecipaw innovation could cater to the added value of traditional peci products as an iconic souvenir of Jakarta. Further research will help to expand more explorative design and conduct user evaluation to establish objective measurements of the final prototype.
 Keywords: peci, gigi balang, betawi, ornament, wallet

Wildfire risk assessment and mapping – an approach for Natura 2000 forest sites

Over the last ten years, Bulgaria's forest areas have been under almost year-round fire activity, severely impacting the Natura 2000 sites: Managing forests and maintaining traditional links between people and nature in mountain sites is becoming increasingly challenging. However, the National Methodology for determining the risk of forest fires (proposed in 2016) is applicable only at the regional administrative level (NUTS 3). This study is motivated by the actual need for an approach and a toolbox that can accurately assess the risk of wildfires, considering the unique characteristics of each location. An object-oriented vulnerability analysis is necessary to ensure that all parties involved in wildfire risk management can respond effectively. The main objective of this study is to suggest a flexible and scalable approach for spatial assessment and mapping of wildfire risk in geographic units relevant to natural heritage maintenance and resource management. A single register of potential fire risk factors is proposed, integrating 29 indicators into five thematic groups reflecting up-to-date data on hazards, vulnerability, and emergency response capacity. The factors are assessed and overlayed to come out with an integrated evaluation of the fire risk within a forestry subdivision - the smallest unit of forest management and inventory. The evaluation process involved geospatial technologies for analyzing the data and mapping the results. The methodology is tested on two Natura 2000 sites - BG0000496 “Rilski Manastir” (includes UNESCO’ World Heritage Site and symbol of Bulgarian identity – Rila Monastery) and BG0001011 “Osogovska Planina”, for which a conservation concern has been identified under the influence of wildfire risk. It has been confirmed that risk maps have the potential to support response teams, as demonstrated during a fire event that occurred on October 30th, 2022. The results from the study were used to identify suitable locations for the construction of fire towers and a visitor information system at BG0000496 “Rilski Manastir”.

Chicano Park’s Skateboard Memorial Murals: Extending the Sacred in Polluted Leisure

This paper explores the transformation of murals at San Diego’s Chicano Park Skatepark into sites of spiritual struggle. We observe the extension of spiritual identification through skateboarding as a leisure pursuit that is woven with the symbols of Chicano identity. We frame our discussion through the material and symbolic paradigm of polluted leisure, since the park is both contaminated by heavy industry and othered through its ethnic composition. Embedded in this narrative is the struggle over a people encased in a polluted space, and framed alike pollution as unwanted, disposable, and unsightly. Amidst this example of a fraying society afflicted with both the slow violence of substance abuse and internal gentrification, a spiritual connection to skateboarding offers coherence. We conclude by showing how the spirituality of skateboarding works as a recasting of polluted leisure as both a resistant and hopeful act.

SOCIO-CULTURAL NETWORK AND COMMUNICATION BETWEEN MISHING AND ADI COMMUNITIES IN BORDER AREAS OF ASSAM AND ARUNACHAL PRADESH

Borders play a fundamental role in defining state territories, shaping geopolitical dynamics, and influencing interactions between borderland communities. Anthropologists view border regions as crucial sites for exploring sociocultural processes emerging from state territorialization, local social organization, and individual agency. These areas reveal how people encounter, reinforce, and subvert political boundaries in everyday practices. Border existence fosters activities like small-scale trade, tourism, and cultural exchanges, facilitating daily interactions and symbolic identity constructions. Despite different traditions and practices separated by borders, these interactions shape ways of living and thinking. Numerous studies on India's social and cultural networks focus on single linguistic zones, neglecting cross-border socio-cultural communication. Assam and Arunachal Pradesh share an 804.10 sq. km border, presenting a unique context where the border is a site of social contact, composite cultures, and co-existence. This study examines inter-ethnic communication and cultural exchange between the Mishing and Adi communities along the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border. It investigates cross-border interactions, providing insights into socio-cultural networks that operate differently within single areas. This research aims to illuminate how these borderland communities navigate and negotiate cultural identities and social relations amidst complex border dynamics.

From Theory to Action: A Saudi Arabian Case Study of Feminist Academic Activism against State Oppression

This article explores the intricate landscape of women’s rights in Saudi Arabia, an authoritarian state within the Gulf Cooperation Council countries (GCC), where the pursuit of modernization strategically utilizes women’s issues as symbols of national identity and markers of progress. The article focuses on the transformative potential of academic activism, exemplified by the work of Hatoon Ajwad al-Fassi, in countering oppression against women. It demonstrates how women navigate the realms of academia and activism to reshape gender dynamics and shape their nation’s modernization trajectory. By emphasizing the critical intersection between academic inquiry and activism, this article dispels the misconception that academia and activism are mutually exclusive. In contexts such as Saudi Arabia, where women’s rights face suppression, this intersection emerges as imperative for informed research and frontline advocacy, effectively addressing state-sponsored violence. Furthermore, this article critically evaluates the persistent challenge of feminist neo-Orientalist scholarship, which often distorts the depiction of Saudi women’s experiences. It offers a contribution to a nuanced understanding of women’s theorization that includes the ethico-political context within which women operate.

Third War of Independence? The Anti-Colonial Dynamics of Ukraine’s Politics of Memory after 2014 on the Example of the National Museum of the History of Ukraine in the Second World War in Kyiv

The article discusses the transformation of Ukraine from a peripheral colony to a European nation-state. It examines changes in the interpretation of UkrainianRussian relations in historiography, public perceptions, and museum exhibitions related to the ongoing war. It demonstrates that since 24 February 2022, Ukraine’s politics of memory has exclusively followed a continuously expanding anti-colonial perspective. The article highlights a shift in Ukrainian society’s view of its past, with growing interest in the country’s history and a move away from the Soviet perspective. Museums are crucial in shaping these narrative changes and fostering Ukrainian national identity. The article also explores societal transformations since 1991, showing an increased identification with the state and a gradual distancing from Russia. This is accompanied by a westward turn in geopolitical orientation and a desire to join the European Union. The National Museum of History of Ukraine in the Second World War in Kyiv serves as an example of these processes, reflecting a nuanced portrayal of the war and of its human dimension. The museum’s commitment can be seen as a pillar of a nation-state building project, with symbolic identification shifting from the East to the West, towards the EU and NATO.