Ethnic Self Identity
refugees of Thai origin; most of whom are Karen have been resettled in countries abroad including America, Australia and Canada between 2005 and 2011(Moonieinda, 2011). Racial and Ethnic Identity Development Ethnic and racial identity developments constitute an essential component of one's self and collective identity. In some cases, such as that of the Karen, in which ethnic minority is clearly and legally defined, their consciousness of such facts is more conspicuously defined than others. Two main social and cultural influences come into play. The deep involvement in cultural traditions including religious practice, neighborhood and other similar values makes them bond tightly with the wider community and hoists their self-confidence and ethnic identity. Secondly, it is… Continue Reading...
