Homemaking, Belonging and Identity Amongst Indo-Fijian Youth in New Zealand
Zena Sherani
What the paper says
Indo-Fijian youth are part of the growing Indian diaspora in New Zealand. This study investigates the definition of home, where it is located, and how homemaking plays a role in the construction of identity and belongingness of young Indo-Fijians in the urban setting of Auckland. The study utilised participant observation and semi-structured interviews with 27 Indo-Fijian youth and 12 key informants. Findings suggest how different spaces, including the family home, religious settings, community events and social media, shape the everyday home-making experiences of Indo-Fijian youths in New Zealand. Power relations in these settings affect young Indo-Fijians’ identities and sense of belonging. The findings emphasise the importance of paying attention to a variety of social and geographical contexts to: inform policies and programmes aimed at supporting young people living in the diaspora; meet their needs; acknowledge their histories and multilayered identities, and promote their growth and integration in society.
Evidence weight
Balanced mode · F 0.40 / M 0.15 / V 0.05 / R 0.40
| F · citation impact | 0.50 × 0.4 = 0.20 |
| M · momentum | 0.50 × 0.15 = 0.07 |
| V · venue signal | 0.50 × 0.05 = 0.03 |
| R · text relevance † | 0.50 × 0.4 = 0.20 |
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