Identity and Online Advocacy

Lack of LGTBQ+ Recognition in Domestic Online Domestic Violence Advocacy

Abstract: Victims of domestic violence are not just found in cis heterosexual relationships, it is an issue that society needs to address as it is a problem for many people in a variety of queer and straight relationships. Social platform forms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram is a foundation for victims to share stories and be a part of community that can help them. However, in this paper I discuss the lack of LGTBQ+ experiences found in big online advocacies such as White Ribbon Australia, Read more […]

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How can you always Identify the Vegan in the room? They’ll tell you.

Social media can be attributed for the massive uptake in veganism, as seen by the prevalence of veganism among millennials who actively engage in social media. Vegan communities on Instagram and other social media construct their online identity as vegans and advocate lifestyle changes using different techniques, yet ethical vegans tend to be viewed as extreme or forceful. This paper discusses the different techniques vegan influencers on social media use to express their own identity based on their motivations for becoming vegan, as well as advocate their lifestyle. It also explores public reception of such techniques.

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Ad-virtuous: Marketable Morality, Virtue Signalling, and the Corporate Hijacking of Social Advocacy

The use of social advocacy movements to further brand identity and advertisement has distracted from the original importance of the movement itself. Most of the data is gathered from marketing case studies, these explain the efficacy of Social Responsibility and Cause Related Marketing. Supporting and corroborating information is gathered from news articles and corporate media releases. For what started as an altruistic show of community support, Cause Related Marketing has become more of a parasitic strategy where Brands to piggyback on trending social movements to garner good will from consumers, even while hypocritically engaging in their own ethically questionable practices. While there are still some business who are trying to be socially responsible, well known companies are taking advantage for profit.

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#BlackLivesMatter, collective identity formation on Twitter to call for social and political change.

Abstract Using Black Lives Matter as an example I explore the use of hashtags on Twitter for the purpose of forming collective identity among users, as an effective mobilisation strategy for advocacy movements to rally for social change. However, I argue that the broad nature of tweets and hashtag adaptations which have surfaced that coincide with the hashtag #BlackLivesMatter, can cause misinterpretations and construct new meanings that may not align with the Black Lives Matter standpoint. Nevertheless, Read more […]

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The epitome of social media influencers.

Abstract. Social media is a technology that is computer based that allows communities online to digitally interact with each other by sharing information, interest, ideas, career advices and other inspirations. Also perceived as a social tool, social media are very commonly used in work places as a motion of communications among coworkers (Leonardi el al., 2013). A social media user is most often defined as an individual who interacts with the tools or platform, directly or indirectly by downloading Read more […]

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Social Media Influencers and Identity Formation

Social Media Influencers and Identity Formation PDF Version HereDownload How individuals identify themselves and choose to identify themselves in online communities and networks have been largely impacted by the identity cues they pick up from influencers. Influencers on social media convey certain ideas, lifestyles and behaviours which advocate and inspire certain ideas and influences individuals to portray similar behaviours. Social media allows individuals to seek out appropriate communities, Read more […]

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#MeToo: Breaking taboos, raising awareness, empowering and uniting victims around the world

RhabiyaCadamally_MeToo_BreakingTaboosRaising-awareness_EmpoweringAndUnitingvictimsaroundtheworld-3Download Abstract: The #MeToo movement made headlines by drawing attention and raising awareness to the pervasiveness that sexual harassment and abuse is a phenomenon that occurs globally in different settings whereby previously there was a lack of understanding of the underlying impact on victims. This paper delves into the importance of online advocacy through hashtag activism by focusing on Read more […]

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Self Awareness

In such devouring society, utilisation moves in two directions. clashing issues my own character, portray of myself online. The manner by which social media utilisation works, it paints a fake picture of ourselves to the people consuming it to pretend that the person has a place in a society washing away their genuine character to paint them as a buyer who is existing to devour anything he or she identifies with. In this exposition I’m attempting to demonstrate that if an individual understands Read more […]

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Instagram Celebrities Leading a New Wave of Feminism

PDF Version of Instagram Celebrities Leading a New Wave of FeminismDownload Abstract Social media has transformed political advocacy by offering new ways for activists to promote and express their identities. In the past, political movements depended upon face-to-face interactions and in-person rallies to promote change. These methods were highly inflexible and limited the effectiveness of advocate efforts. In modern society, advocates employ social media platforms like Instagram to engage Read more […]

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The Failure of Feminist TikTok’s Attempt to Combat Toxic Masculinity

The Failure of Feminist TikTokDownload Abstract TikTok is a significant social media platform which allows users to advocate for causes which they believe in. This paper will explore how feminism has created an online community on TikTok, and how effective it is in providing a solution to feminist issues. This paper will use popular hashtags and TikTok accounts to gather an unbiased impression and explore the popularity of different forms of content, in order to prove that feminist TikTok Read more […]

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The positive side of Social media: The support of self-presentation, mental health and friendships among Instagram users.

Abstract Prior to the Instagram platform, many people tend to be more confident and comfortable about their identity when they surround themselves with other people. As innovative technology allows people to have a border connection with others globally, technology plays a significant role in some people’s lives. Instagram is one of the platforms that has highly favoured by most people since the beginning. It is an image and video-based platform that allows people to interact and communicate Read more […]

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Instagram, Female Empowerment and the #notallmen Movement

ABSTRACT: The #notallmenbuteverywoman movement took Instagram by storm and was sparked after the devastating end of Sarah Everard, who simply just walked home alone at night. The argument that comes with this movement is that ALL women should be able to do the simple things in life without the constant conscience thoughts which have being ingrained in our minds from our youth. This movement had a global impact for all woman as it aimed to educate men, spread personal stories and show support Read more […]

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How the ‘misconception of perfection’ by Instagram Influencers encourages impressionable followers to purchase endorsed products that contribute to idolised body standards.

“Beauty Influencers use Instagram as a social platform to share edited photos of their flawless online persona to stand-out within the attention economy and endorse products, whilst simultaneously and unknowingly contributing to mental health issues to impressionable adolescents.” This paper discusses how influencers as an online community create fictional personas and identities in an attempt to appear marketable to brands through their self-proclaimed aesthetic. Once they begin to stand-out Read more […]

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Hijab wearing Muslim women’s advocacy by performing the self online

Download PDF to read offlineDownload Abstract The purpose of this paper is to present an understanding of how Hijab wearing women perform their identities online and the resulting social advocacy facilitated via virtual communities. It will focus on the use of the Hijab (garment used to cover hair) as a symbol used to advocate for Muslim women who utilise it in the content they broadcast online. Networked individualism along with influencer culture allows these symbols to be propagated to Read more […]

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Instagram And Its’ Functionalities to Facilitate Advocacy on Contemporary Social Issues

ABSTRACT: With the growth and dependency usage of social media, there has been major shifts of how people use social media, whether that would be using it as a tool to communicate with friends and family, or using it as a tool to keep up with the current affairs going around in the world. Instagram has been a hotspot for people to be able to express their voices, opinions and thoughts on current issues. Throughout the paper, there are multiple links between the benefits of using social media Read more […]

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Instagram Influencers and their Complicated Relationship with Fast Fashion – James von Kelaita

Fashion has not always been as readily accessible as it is today, the once exclusive hobby for the rich and talented has now become an interest of many people across all market sectors. The trends set and enjoyed by these fashion leaders have now become highly accessible and affordable to obtain. This democratisation of fashion can be attributed to many factors including the rise of the internet blogger and in recent years, Instagram influencers and their ability to create branding so strong that Read more […]

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How online Islamophobia goes unmonitored and the toll it takes in reality.

This paper discusses how identity, in an online sphere, can be attacked and how that can flow into real life, going into such instances as the Christchurch shooting. It explores how different groups interact with and continue to function on social media sites. It also explores the actions taken by Facebook and Twitter to address the flood of hate speech online. How online Islamophobia goes unmonitored and the toll it takes in reality.Download Read more […]

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The Benefits of Social Media Use Towards Mental Health

The-Benefits-of-Social-Media-to-Mental-Health-1-2Download Abstract The effects of social media have been highly discussed in the contemporary times. In the 21st century, these platforms have essentially become ingrained in the daily lives of many individuals. When it comes to the topic of mental health, there is largely a negative view on how social media impacts an individual’s mental state. Most people tend to overlook the fact that social media can be used as a tool to help combat Read more […]

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Instagram as the platform that ‘’dupes’’ online identities of the users

Jaulim19616810ConferencePaperDownload Instagram as the platform that ‘’dupes’’ online identities of the users Abstract: This conference paper explores and underscores how Instagram, as a very well know social media platform, that has redefined identities of its audiences and how they re-build their identities. This paper will elaborate the argument is that, being a very active platform, instagrammers use Instagram as a means to create an alternate identity online. Instagram is a Read more […]

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The lifestyle and fashion influencer community on Instagram stimulates portrayals of identities by adjusting and adapting to fake ones.

Abstract  The purpose of this paper is to shed light and explore the role of the lifestyle and fashion influencer community on Instagram and how they stimulate portrayals of identities. The nature of influencers is constantly evolving. In today’s world, they are more pronounced and becoming more popular. Some have grown from virtual obscurity to being nearly as famous as traditional icons in the world.  This paper, argues that, the lifestyle and fashion influencer community on Instagram Read more […]

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Social Media changed the way introverts engage.

conference-paperDownload Abstract The purpose of this paper is about how social media such as Facebook, Instagram and so on has changed the way introverts engage. In the online world, the user has the ability to take on any identity that they want and it can be one that is massively different from their real life self. In turn, introverts would feel more comfortable to be social. It becomes a tool that helps them be social and change how they engage with others. This paper will also bring Read more […]

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Exploring The Negative Impacts of Online Hate Speech on The Identity of Black Community on Twitter.

Husraj_19853976_ConferenceDownload Abstract The purpose of this paper is to briefly discuss about the negative impacts of hate speech that is being spread on Twitter towards the Black community. This paper will outline the different stages towards the construction of this hatred rhetoric and further discuss on how online hate has constructed the term Black Twitter and a certain kind of hashtags known as Black Tagging. The different negative effects on the self-esteem and social identities Read more […]

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The Impact of TikTok’s Online Communities on Users’ Sexuality Expression

AbstractSocial media has changed the way communities communicate and collaborate with each other in the current day. When interacting virtually, individuals feel more comfortable to explore their identity away from discrimination and intolerance more apparent in the real world. LGBTQ+ members are able to play around with their sense of self and sexual needs with like-minded peers, satisfying their pleasure needs and validating their experiences, especially on a contemporary progressive social media Read more […]

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Instagram used as a tool by influencers to perform an “authentic” persona among users.

TannajeeConferencePaper-identity-and-online-advocacyDownload Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to investigate the different perspectives where Instagram influencers perform an “authentic” persona towards their own community. The argument is that influencers engage actively in the settlement and consolidation of their authentic persona among their followers on Instagram. This paper, therefore, argues that brands and influencers work together to build up marketing strategies and this Read more […]

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Is social media an effective tool for young adults to expose their authentic self to present themselves?

Social Media, Communities and Networks Download ABSTRACT This paper will argue on whether a person can be authentic and anonymous at the same time. Social media is a platform where each individual connected needs to provide all their ethnic self on their profile. In this paper, it will be shown how important it is for a person to get access to the details that is provided on social media. In the same vein, it will demonstrate how one gets confident to provide details and it will therefore Read more […]

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Unrealistic Body Image and Facial Appearance on Social Media

Conference Paper PDF FullDownload Abstract This paper is about how social media is promoting unrealistic body image and facial appearance on its platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. A person’s identity on social media is radically different from their personal identity outside the virtual community. In this case, unrealistic body and facial appearance are promoted on social media platforms through the virtual identity of the user and not the personal one. Unrealistic body image Read more […]

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What’s in a name: Real name policy’s impact on online privacy and safety

Abstract: The aim of this paper is to examine how real-name policies influence and affect online self-presentation. I will argue that digital platforms restrict identity play by administering authentic name policies that jeopardise the safety and privacy of online users. This paper examines Facebook’s history of identity construction and privacy breaches as well as analysing how Google Plus’ ban on pseudonyms ultimately led to its demise. Authentic online identity enforcement produces power Read more […]

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Asian Lives Matters Activisms online: a rally between hatred and awareness on social media platforms.

Abstract This paper will fleetingly study about the hatred Asian people are facing online and the method of sensitization to reduce the rate of racism towards Asian people in western countries. This paper would detail the various stages involved in the development of hate speech. This rhetoric paper argues about the racism that Asian people are facing especially during these past few years and raising awareness for this cause through social media platforms. This paper will give a further insight Read more […]

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TikTok, identity struggles and mental health issues: How are the youth of today coping?

READ OFFLINE HERE:Download ABSTRACT The way that young people interact with each other has changed significantly, with a noticeable shift occurring due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which broke out in Asian countries in late 2019. Lockdowns around the world led to isolation and a forced sense of loneliness, meaning those with mental health issues were at times forced to find other outlets and ways of coping with such things. Social media sites such as TikTok created a third sense of place for Read more […]

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#StopAsianHate: Facebook and Instagram aid in advocacy and the development of Asian identity

ConferencePaper_TerinaLitchfieldDownload Abstract: Social networking sites have evolved the way individuals can perform their identities and participate in online advocacy. This conference paper uses the #StopAsianHate movement, which was created after the rise in discriminatory actions against Asian individuals after the Covid-19 outbreak, to analyse how the affordances on Facebook and Instagram have facilitated the spread of community messages worldwide. Specifically, how these platforms Read more […]

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TikTok Influencers Spreading Bad Health Habits and Promoting a Starving Gen Z

KatrinaCatchlove_19817972_ConferencePaperDownload Abstract: Social media has enabled an era of misinformation, where content that is false or lacks scientific evidence is spread rapidly, reaching a vast audience. Although misinformation isn’t exclusive to TikTok, the rise of influencers on this platform has meant that the dispersion of misinformation is believed by vulnerable audiences. Generation Z are the most common TikTok users and are the most vulnerable to the spread of misinformation, Read more […]

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TikTok’s Bimbo Feminism: Feminist Activism in the Digital Age.

Abstract As our use and understanding of social media evolve, so does its utilisation as a tool for advocacy and activism. Social media has been utilised by many as a tool for activism and advocacy and has provided a platform for social change. While some have criticised social media activism as a form of apathetic and performative political participation called “slacktivism” (Morozov 2009), this paper argues that even behaviours deemed as ‘slacktivist’ retain the potential for enacting Read more […]

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Who Can I Play?

Contemporary Gender Representation and Identity Diversity in Video Games Simon Kruger – Curtin Bentley – Semester 1, 2021 Video games and their use make up a particularly significant section of the worldwide entertainment market and are now a common pastime, leisure activity and even career for many individuals. Over the past decades, these media have increased in variety, availability, usage, and commercial footprint. The immersive nature of video games and gameplay are one of the main contributing Read more […]

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How AJ Clementine is making that light bulb moment for Transgender youth a whole lot easier

NETS2002-Conference-Paper-FINALDownload Abstract This conference paper explores themes of gender identity and advocacy in contemporary media/online spaces. AJ Clementine a TikTok creator who has over 900,000 followers and 59,000,000 likes, she is also transgender. She thoroughly documents her life experiences on the popular social media platform that is TikTok, to present a well-rounded and authentic character. She has morphed the idea of what a counterpublic is into her community/following Read more […]

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When are we truly dead online?: The complexities of finalising death in the online context.

Sabbadini_Gemma_Conference_Paper_PDFDownload ABSTRACTFor many users of social media, they may have that one person in their friends list that has passed away, but every year without fail, the platform sends out a notification to say ‘happy birthday’ to them (Pennington, 2013). Users may find this jarring and take a minute to reflect on their relationship with this person, but then continue to scroll through their newsfeed, with this moment depleting into insignificance. This example reflects Read more […]

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Instagram: A virtual platform in ‘crafting’ the well-being of young women.

Instagram-a-virtual-center-of-wellbeing-for-young-women-in-crafting-their-identityDownload Abstract. The purpose of this paper is to carefully delineate with coherent paradigms on the factors nurturing the well-being in young women on a specific social media platform, Instagram. This dominant online bubble works as subterraneous yet crucial platform in enhancing their well-being, which consequently outlines and defines their identity. Web 2.0 made it possible to extend this physical reality Read more […]

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Social Media and The Negative Impact It Has Had on The Authentic Self.

Introduction Authenticity is a term used to describe how real or genuine something may appear to be (Buendgens-Kosten, 2014). The general concept of being authentic based on this definition would purely suggest that for one to be authentic they must be genuine and honest. Whilst it could be argued that in day-to-day life, we cannot truly be authentic at all times, this paper will focus on the affect social media and the groups formed within it have had on the concept of being authentic. The main Read more […]

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Tinder: The perfect match for introverts to express their social identity.

Tinder-The-perfect-match-for-introverts-to-express-their-social-identityDownload Abstract: The objective behind this paper is to analyze and argue the importance of Tinder, as an online dating application and its impacts on introverts and their social identities. Since its advent, Tinder has made dating relatively easy and there seems to be an increase in the number of users. Introverts, who are usually shy and reserved, are also making a move on this particular platform. Thanks to tinder, Read more […]

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From slacktivism to activism: exploring the increase of youth participation in online social movements through Twitter.

Abstract From-slacktivism-to-activism-exploring-the-increase-of-youth-participation-in-online-social-movementsDownload The emergence of social media platforms has changed the way that young people advocate for a social cause. Slacktivism is the new phenomenon that has revolutionised the world of online activism by empowering young people to participate in social movements from the comfort of their homes. Often critised as the ‘laziest form of activism’, this paper will challenge the popular Read more […]

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Performance of ideal self-online having a detrimental effect on social media influencer’s identity

Abstract  Influencers are today’s mini celebrities; their audience is absurdly large with some having millions of followers. Influencers are normal people but will an added value, which having the chance to get money out of posting content online and thus earning their life. Their idea lifestyle encourages more and more people to become influencers. This paper aims to show how being an influencer can have a detrimental effect on their life. Yet being an influencer has many worthy sides, Read more […]

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There is no such thing as a “gamer”

The aim of this paper is to examine the identity of the gamer and whether it is still a relevant moniker. Since the 1980s we as a society have operated under the guise of the gamer, when it is not a true reflection of people who are currently playing video games. Studying the statistics for people who are playing games, the kinds of gamers out there and how they have deviated from the idea of the gamer are important in determining whether we should still be using the name gamer. This paper also examines the GamerGate movement and how the actions through that have corrupted what it means to be a gamer and what that has done for the identifier.

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Social Media in Online Advocacy and Identity Negotiation for China’s LGBTQ+ Community

Hi everyone! I hope you all have a great time reading all the papers submitted for DCNC 2021. The topic for my paper is social media in online advocacy and identity negotiation for China’s LGBTQ+ community. You can find a copy of my paper (as a PDF) for download below. Social Media in Online Advocacy and Identity Negotiation for China’s LGBTQ+ Community – PDF VersionDownload Read more […]

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Social media use has an impact on teenagers’ online and offline identities

PDF – Social media use has an impact on teenagers online and offline identities – Mikayla AustinDownload Abstract The purpose of this paper is to understand why teenagers’ identity changes when navigating social media. I will argue that teenagers’ identity production is fundamentally changed when learning to navigate social media and the broader online societal issues surrounding self-presentation, identity formation, and social media implication use. This paper takes the position that Read more […]