Ethnic Associationalism and Networking among the Scots in Asia: A Longitudinal Comparison, c.1870 to the Present

Tanja Bueltmann

doi:10.1007/978-3-319-43074-4_12

Ethnic Associationalism and Networking among the Scots in Asia: A Longitudinal Comparison, c.1870 to the Present

Tanja Bueltmann

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Abstract

This chapter examines networks among Scots in Asia over time and in comparative context, focusing on the role of ethnic associations in facilitating and sustaining expatriate networks in what has always been a highly transient environment. By examining the development of Scottish ethnic societies, their activities and membership, the chapter sheds light on how ethnic associations continue to provide a potent support mechanism that roots expat life both locally and transnationally, while also being effective tools for social capital generation. The chapter draws on examples from other ethnic groups—English and Germans—to establish to what extent developments in the Scottish community were distinctive.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	The Scottish Experience in Asia, c.1700 to the Present
Subtitle of host publication	Settlers and Sojourners.
Editors	T. Devine, A. McCarthy
Place of Publication	Cham
Pages	259-282
Number of pages	24
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-43074-4_12
Publication status	Published - 23 Nov 2016

Keywords

ethnic associationalism
networking
ethnicity
expatriates
social capital

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10.1007/978-3-319-43074-4_12

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