Belonging
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Local Festivals Forge Identity and Resilience, Especially for Migrants
A qualitative study of 280 participants at the Fire Festival revealed the event evoked powerful feelings of integration, community, and a profound sense of belonging, extending far beyond simple enjoy
Amarela's World Cup moment becomes global story of teen belonging
When the camera panned to the jubilant crowd after Argentina's winning goal, it wasn't Messi's face that went viral, but 16-year-old Amarela's tear-streaked smile, a moment that instantly connected mi
Local cultural events preserve identity, but challenges loom.
In communities where local cultural events thrive, residents consistently report significantly higher levels of belonging and mutual support, transforming public spaces into vibrant hubs of...
Campus cultural groups foster student cohesion and identity
At Penn Carey Law, Noor Shater L’26, a Palestinian and Egyptian student, finds crucial community and friendship through organizations like the Middle Eastern Law Students Association (MELSA) and the M
Why Communities Are Choosing Local Events Over Digital Escapes
At Arizona State University, the Latin Sol Dance Festival celebrated its tenth event in April 2026, a remarkable milestone for an initiative that began with a single clinical assistant professor.