Essays about: "sense of belonging"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 268 essays containing the words sense of belonging.

1. 1. Cultivating connections: exploring the impact of community garden on social cohesion : in a socio-economic disadvantaged neighbourhood in Sweden

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Reham Ghallab; [2024]
   Keywords : Social cohesion; social capital; community garden; socio-economic neighbourhoods; segregation;

   Abstract : The study delves into the interplay between the social dynamics of the community garden space and broader socio-political forces, exploring how these factors mold practices and interactions within the community garden, thereby influencing social cohesion. Despite the apparent segregation, Tensta Garden serves as a catalyst, inspiring residents to construct relationships, actively participate, and cultivate connections and shared experiences. READ MORE

3. 2. Migration trajectories of Nigerian students in the United Kingdom: A study of their social integration experiences

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för globala politiska studier (GPS)

   Author : SEUN OLUSOLA AJETOMOBI; [2024]
   Keywords : Nigeria; ethnic relations; social connection; sense of belonging; social integration;

   Abstract : This thesis aims to investigate social integration experiences of Nigerian students in the United Kingdom, focusing on the influence off participating in social activities and building connections with the local community. The research aims to understand how these factors contribute to the overall social integration of Nigerian students in the United Kingdom. READ MORE

4. 3. Local History Awareness : And its Influence on Young People in a Post-Communist Region

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för kulturvetenskaper (KV)

   Author : Marwan M. Hassan; [2024]
   Keywords : local history; place attachment; regional affiliation; regional pride; civic engagement; social trust; regional identity; mobile learning; mobile website; post-communist communities; retrospective qualitative interviews; Eberswalde; East Germany;

   Abstract : This project explores the impact of a mobile website (MWS) designed to enhance knowledge and interest in local history among residents of Eberswalde as a sample for an Eastern German post-communist city. It aims to strengthen the sense of regional identity and attachment, potentially affecting their decision to remain in or leave the region. READ MORE

5. 4. Political Participation of non-EU immigrants : Decoding Immigrants’ Electoral Involvement in Sweden

   University essay from Högskolan Dalarna/Institutionen för kultur och samhälle

   Author : Theresa Marklund; [2024]
   Keywords : Political participation; non-EU immigrant; CVM; motivation; resources; networks;

   Abstract : This paper studies the political participation (electoral) among non-EU immigrants in Sweden, via various socio-demographic, motivational, and relational factors. The theoretical frame is based on Verba et al.'s Civic Voluntarism model and previous research. READ MORE

6. 5. Empowering resettled middle Eastern refugees: Exploring information and communication technology for social inclusion, agency and well-being.

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för pedagogik och specialpedagogik

   Author : Elham Salesi; [2023-10-31]
   Keywords : information and communication technology; social inclusion; refugees; capability approach; well-being; agency;

   Abstract : Aim: This study aims to investigate the role of information and communication technologies (ICTs) in facilitating the social inclusion of resettled Middle Eastern refugees in Sweden. Through a capability approach lens, the research delves into the ways in which refugees utilize ICTs to enhance their agency, self-reliance, and overall well-being within their new societal context. READ MORE