Identity reconstruction of chinese migrant women in Ireland

Jun Ni

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Abstract

This chapter presents an original qualitative study on the cross-cultural adaptation process and identity reconstruction of Chinese migrant women in Ireland. Based on an analysis of Chinese women’s cross-cultural adaptation experience, this study identifies facilitators of and barriers to the cross-cultural adaptation. It finds that the women who adopted an integrated strategy have developed an intercultural identity. On the one hand, they want to maintain their Chinese cultural identity and heritage; at the same time, they are committed to developing relationships with mainstream Irish society. Most Chinese women take pride in their Chinese culture and values. They aim to bring their own culture to the attention of Irish people and feel proud of playing the role of an intercultural ambassador.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationChinese National Identity in the Age of Globalisation
PublisherPalgrave Macmillan
Pages415-433
Number of pages19
ISBN (Electronic)9789811545382
ISBN (Print)9789811545375
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2020

Keywords

  • Chinese migrant women
  • Cross-cultural adaptation
  • Identity reconstruction
  • Ireland

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