Photovoice is a participatory action research (PAR) method that employes photographic language to explore individuals' stories and living contexts. This study explores the representations of young participants, both immigrants and non-immigrants, concerning integration-defined within Berry's (1997) framework as a bidirectional process of cultural and social adaptation between migrants and host communities-and the lack of integration within their neighborhood in Reggio Emilia, Italy. The participants included 12 young individuals (6 migrants and 6 locals) aged 19 to 29, two peer researchers, and one researcher. Over the course of two weekly three-hour meetings, participants captured and discussed photos depicting their perspectives on integration. The findings highlighted diverse conceptualizations of integration. Participants emphasized the reciprocal relationship between migrants and locals, illustrating how positive interactions with schools, workplaces, and public spaces facilitate integration. Additionally, successful migrants were seen as models of empowerment. Conversely, themes such as poverty, loneliness, discrimination, and the impact of war emerged as significant barriers to integration. This study underscores the dynamic and interactive nature of integration, as experienced by young people in multicultural settings. It highlights how Photovoice methodology can effectively capture nuanced perspectives on integration, foster mutual understanding, and facilitate intergroup relationships. The method fosters personal and community reflection, actively engaging its audience in critical discussions about integration.

Crapolicchio, E., Marzana, D., Gaboardi, M., Giuliani, C., Regalia, C., What Is the (Lack Of) Integration? An Intergroup Perspective Using the Photovoice Methodology, <<SOCIETIES>>, 2024; 14 (10): 212-232. [doi:10.3390/soc14100212] [https://hdl.handle.net/10807/303338]

What Is the (Lack Of) Integration? An Intergroup Perspective Using the Photovoice Methodology

Crapolicchio, Eleonora
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Marzana, Daniela;Giuliani, Cristina;Regalia, Camillo
2024

Abstract

Photovoice is a participatory action research (PAR) method that employes photographic language to explore individuals' stories and living contexts. This study explores the representations of young participants, both immigrants and non-immigrants, concerning integration-defined within Berry's (1997) framework as a bidirectional process of cultural and social adaptation between migrants and host communities-and the lack of integration within their neighborhood in Reggio Emilia, Italy. The participants included 12 young individuals (6 migrants and 6 locals) aged 19 to 29, two peer researchers, and one researcher. Over the course of two weekly three-hour meetings, participants captured and discussed photos depicting their perspectives on integration. The findings highlighted diverse conceptualizations of integration. Participants emphasized the reciprocal relationship between migrants and locals, illustrating how positive interactions with schools, workplaces, and public spaces facilitate integration. Additionally, successful migrants were seen as models of empowerment. Conversely, themes such as poverty, loneliness, discrimination, and the impact of war emerged as significant barriers to integration. This study underscores the dynamic and interactive nature of integration, as experienced by young people in multicultural settings. It highlights how Photovoice methodology can effectively capture nuanced perspectives on integration, foster mutual understanding, and facilitate intergroup relationships. The method fosters personal and community reflection, actively engaging its audience in critical discussions about integration.
2024
Inglese
Crapolicchio, E., Marzana, D., Gaboardi, M., Giuliani, C., Regalia, C., What Is the (Lack Of) Integration? An Intergroup Perspective Using the Photovoice Methodology, <<SOCIETIES>>, 2024; 14 (10): 212-232. [doi:10.3390/soc14100212] [https://hdl.handle.net/10807/303338]
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