People’s sense of belonging is fostered in everyday social practices and in the spaces they claim for themselves. Our elders need be acknowledged, respected and accepted.
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But on the positive side, support for multiculturalism and ethnic diversity continues to grow and is likely to be a valuable asset to our social cohesion in future.
America’s religious landscape is getting more diverse as people find new ways of expressing spirituality.
In Nevada, people create a makeshift city toward the end of summer and later burn it down. What’s behind this event, and what makes it meaningful?
Just what does it mean for students to feel as if they “belong” on campus? A researcher weighs in.
Having strong social support and a sense of belonging buffered and even reversed some of the harmful effects of stress on genes.
Mishandling someone’s name can lead to social exclusion and unbalanced power dynamics. Putting in the work to get names right reflects a dedication to inclusivity and respect for other cultures.
It’s the simple, everyday encounters and experiences – a friendly wave, a helping hand – that refugees say makes them feel part of the Australian community.
The decision to cancel a festival is never easy and can have difficult financial and community costs. Both planners and would-be attendees can play a role in mitigating the impact.
Engaging with diversity – a key ingredient for sense of belonging on college campuses – may involve discomfort and even tension at times.
When students feel accepted and respected by their teachers and peers, they will actively engage in academic and non-academic activities.
Britons living in France are obsessed with how well integrated they are.
What does it mean to have a cosmopolitan identity?
When the political becomes personal.
Great Get Togethers are being held to mark the anniversary of the Labour MP’s death.
In Sheffield, a city of new arrivals, creativity is helping newcomers adjust.
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