Jensons Framework - Cronulla Riots

Question 1

Belonging

Answer 1

• sense of connectedness, trust and pride among a community

Question 2

Example: belonging - Cronulla riots

Answer 2

• Lebanese youth at Cronulla beach lacked a sense of belonging as they had conflict between their Australian and Lebanese identities
• they felt there was an “us and them” mentality
• the unstable social system among the community, no sense of belonging
• people are judgemental particularly because of their race and culture

Question 3

Inclusion

Answer 3

• community members have equal access to resources in the community, including education, employment, healthcare and housing
• providing opportunities for individuals to maximise their rights
• measures workforce participation through income, home ownership, education and occupation

Question 4

Example: inclusion - Cronulla riots

Answer 4

• negative stereotypes about Lebanese people and Italians, which is an ongoing issue affecting social cohesion in Australia
• there are barriers to their recognition
• no respect and maintaining of their culture, heritage, and values which are key aspects for recognition

Question 5

Participation

Answer 5

•Participation
–Voluntary work
–Political involvement ( voting )
–Co-operative involvement

Question 6

Example participation: Cronulla riots

Answer 6

• access to social places are of limitations to the Lebanese and Italian community (the beach)
• participation among the beach was hindered due to differences in culture and race

Question 7

Recognition

Answer 7

• mutual respect and tolerance
• the extent to which community members feel their are accepted or rejected by others in the community
• measures: experience of discrimination/prejudice/racism

Question 8

Example: recognition - Cronulla riots

Answer 8

• Lebanese and Italians felt rejected by the Australian community
• were not receiving the same respect as other members in society
• social exclusivity, not realising that they are people too, and just because they are of a different race and background doesn’t make them any different to us

Question 9

Legitimacy

Answer 9

–Experience of discrimination
–Attitudes towards minorities and newcomers
– respect for difference

Question 10

Legitimacy: example Cronulla riots

Answer 10

• the Australian police community, tried to resolve the ongoing riot by, patrolling certain areas such as the beach.
• were also surf life savers patrolling the beach, trying to contain crowds as well as watch for any cautions in the water