Communities and Social Media

Australians Abroad: Utilising Facebook to establish and maintain a sense of community for Australians living overseas

Marman_ConferencePaper_DCNC2021Download Abstract The paper will explore the growing and evolving subject of Australian individuals who choose to relocate overseas, establishing a new sense of community through the virtual networks offered through Facebook, and utilising its other messaging platforms to remain in contact with family and friends back home. Facebook is a platform that generates a strong sense of community, enabling its users to form and maintain connections with family and friends. Read more […]