Resisting Stigma: Migrant Mothers and the Identity Empowerment of Mixed-Ethnic Children
Vietnamese marriage migrant mothers in Taiwan face stigma, often seen as economically dependent and culturally inferior. This study examines how they counteract stigma and empower their mixed-race children through affirmation, cultural transmission, and self-development. Based on interviews with 36...
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| Language: | English |
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Dr. Seyat Polat
2025-05-01
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| Series: | Journal of Research in Social Sciences and Language |
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| Online Access: | https://jssal.com/index.php/jssal/article/view/183 |
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| Summary: | Vietnamese marriage migrant mothers in Taiwan face stigma, often seen as economically dependent and culturally inferior. This study examines how they counteract stigma and empower their mixed-race children through affirmation, cultural transmission, and self-development. Based on interviews with 36 mothers, the findings show they boost their mixed-ethnic children's self-esteem, preserve heritage through language, and pursue education to challenge stereotypes. Despite Taiwan's New Southbound Policy promoting multiculturalism, structural discrimination persists. The study calls for policies that enhance migrant mothers' social mobility, support bilingual education, and promote inclusive narratives of Southeast Asian heritage in Taiwan’s multicultural discourse.
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| ISSN: | 2747-5646 |