Ethnic Minorities: Cultural Perspectives, Stereotypes and Social Challenges

ISBN-13: 9798895307755 / Angielski / Miękka / 2025

Jason Cong Lin;PhD;MA

Opis

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted experiences of ethnic minority communities across various contexts. This edited volume brings together critical research that examines the intersection of culture, identity, and social dynamics, shedding light on the unique challenges faced by these groups in contemporary society. The book opens with an insightful analysis of self-employment strategies among migrants, highlighting the role of entrepreneurship in social mobility. Subsequent chapters delve into pressing public health issues, particularly the COVID-19 pandemic, investigating vaccine acceptance and the intricate relationship between trust in government information and community responses among African, Caribbean, and Black populations in Canada. Further contributions explore the organizational and entrepreneurial culture of the Russian ethnic minority in Latvia, and the impact of populist radical-right parties on ethnic minority representation in Bulgarian politics. The volume concludes with a critical examination of educational initiatives for ethnic minority students in China, focusing on the experiences of both students and teachers in preferential classes. Through a blend of empirical research and theoretical insights, this book aims to enrich the discourse on ethnic minorities, challenging stereotypes and fostering a deeper understanding of their cultural perspectives and social realities.