Youth Culture and Ethnicity

Question 1

Define ethnicity

Answer 1

A term that describes shared culture - the practices, values, and beliefs of a group. This might include shared language, religion, and tradition, among other commonalities

Question 2

What are the five key points for ethnicity and youth culture?

Answer 2

1. There is evidence of racism within the education system which can cause some EMG to form anti school subcultures
2. A rise in immigration led to status frustration for many migrants during the 1960/70s
3. Joining a youth culture is the response to a racist capitalist society
4. Youth culture could be seen as a pride in cultural heritage rather than a rejection of white youth culture
5. Stereotyping by key agents within society such as the police create negative labels of young people