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Combating Islamophobia in the Digital Sphere: An Analysis of Onepath Networks’ Communication Strategies Islamiyah, Layli Nurul; Rochmawati, Lulur; Ramadhanti, Salsabila Laili
Academia Open Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): December
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/acopen.10.2025.12856

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General Background: Islamophobia has intensified in the digital era as social media accelerates the spread of negative narratives about Islam and Muslims. Specific Background: In response, Onepath Networks—an Australian-based Islamic media organization—actively counters misinformation through targeted digital communication strategies. Knowledge Gap: Existing studies rarely provide a focused examination of how a single Islamic media institution systematically constructs counter-narratives across social platforms. Aims: This study analyzes Onepath Networks’ use of educational, humanistic, and phenomenological content on YouTube and Instagram to combat Islamophobia. Results: The findings indicate that storytelling techniques, personal narratives, and peace-oriented messaging effectively reduce bias by humanizing Muslim identities and fostering intercultural understanding. Novelty: This research offers a case-specific analysis that demonstrates how a faith-driven digital media organization operationalizes counter-Islamophobia strategies beyond general social media activism. Implications: The study highlights the potential of well-designed digital communication strategies to dismantle stereotypes, strengthen inclusive discourse, and guide future media-based efforts against Islamophobia. Highlights: Analyzes Onepath Networks’ strategic use of YouTube and Instagram to counter Islamophobia. Highlights phenomenological storytelling and personal narratives to humanize Muslim identities. Shows how structured digital communication can reshape public perceptions and foster intercultural understanding. Keywords: Islamophobia, Social Media, Onepath Networks, Communication Strategies, Digital Counter-Narratives
Eksistensi Muslim di Thailand Selatan: Strategi dan Dinamika Muslim dalam Negara Mayoritas Budha Islamiyah, Layli Nurul; Rosyidi, Moh Alfin
Jurnal Penelitian Agama Vol. 26 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : LPPM UIN Saizu Purwokerto

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24090/jpa.v26i2.2025.pp179-196

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Artikel ini membahas dinamika eksistensi Muslim Melayu di Thailand Selatan dalam konteks negara Thailand yang menekankan homogenitas budaya nasional berbasis Buddhisme. Dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif-deskriptif berbasis studi pustaka dan analisis multidisipliner, artikel ini menelusuri bagaimana komunitas Muslim mempertahankan identitas mereka di tengah tekanan struktural negara. Fokus analisis mencakup praktik sosial-keagamaan, penggunaan bahasa Melayu sebagai simbol kultural, serta peran lembaga pendidikan Islam, baik formal maupun nonformal dalam memperkuat jati diri kolektif. Kerangka teori Identitas Sosial (Social Identity Theory) dan konsep resistensi kultural James C. Scott digunakan untuk menjelaskan bentuk-bentuk negosiasi identitas yang berlangsung secara halus namun konsisten. Temuan utama menunjukkan bahwa komunitas Muslim Melayu tidak hanya mempertahankan identitas melalui ritual keagamaan dan pendidikan, tetapi juga melalui resistensi simbolik terhadap kebijakan asimilasi negara. Artikel ini berkontribusi pada kajian minoritas Muslim di Asia Tenggara dengan menegaskan bahwa strategi kultural tersebut merupakan bentuk perjuangan non-kekerasan yang efektif dalam menjaga keberlanjutan identitas keislaman dan kebudayaan Melayu.