The Indonesian Design Journal
Vol 6 No 1 (2024): Fluid and Ubiquitous

Qualitative Core-periphery Approach on Information Sharing in Multicultural Communities Ecosystem

Aristi, Savira (Unknown)
Ono, Kenta (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Jan 2024

Abstract

Within interconnected multicultural communities, information sharing plays a pivotal role in shaping social dynamics and cross-cultural exchange. This study employs a qualitative core-periphery approach to explore information sharing patterns within such ecosystems. Focusing on the core nodes and peripheral nodes, we investigate the dynamics of information flow, influential actors, and community cohesion. A case study involving 75 individuals from 11 nationalities reveals central figures' vital role in facilitating communication. Through in-depth interviews and analysis of online and offline interactions, the research identifies the key actors within the communities’ core-periphery structure. The research continues with qualitative network mapping and explores how information sharing occurs within different cultural groups. The core-periphery structure fosters diversity but can also reinforce information inequality. This research is relevant to approach and apply targeted interventions to a new multicultural communities ecosystem and study the patterns of how they share information to each other.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jdi

Publisher

Subject

Arts Humanities

Description

The Indonesian Design Journal (JDI) is an open journal—managed by the Indonesian Industrial Product Designers Alliance (ADPII)—that focuses on publication of research in general design fields, either as result of traditional form of research activities or design works.JDI is published twice a ...