A Study on the Society of Urban-to-Rural Migrants from the Perspective of Maffesoli’s Tribalism - A Case of Gosan-myeon, Wanju-gun -

Key Points

• This study aims to analyze the community of urban-to-rural migrants in Gosan-myeon through the lens of Maffesoli's theory of tribalism.
• Qualitative analysis of urban-to-rural migrant societies in Gosan-myeon.
• Application of Maffesoli's tribalism theory to understand social cohesion among migrants.
• Examination of gatherings, community activities, and festivals organized by the migrants.
• Maffesoli's concept of sociality is evident in the community formation processes.
• Migrants created unique communal identities distinct from local native populations.
• Strong connections among migrants were fostered through frequent small group meetings and organized events.