Breaking with tradition through cultural con-tinuity. Gender and generation in a migratory setting

Deianira Ganga ()
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Deianira Ganga: HERMES, European Researchers for Migration and Ethnic Studies, Via Masaniello 1, 91011 Alcamo (TP), Italy.

Migration Letters, 2007, vol. 4, issue 1, 41-52

Abstract: The process of intergenerational transmission is the site of contrasts and negotiations. Within families of Italian origin in the United Kingdom, the gender-specific roles and social control of patriarchal families are enduring, particularly for second and third generation women. Through the years, however, this cultural phenomenon has undergone impor-tant transformations. On the surface, tradition is maintained by the appearance of a compliant acceptance of long-dated views. In reality, second generation mothers support their daughters’ wishes of independence. Consequently, long-established roles - fundamental to the cultural survival of the community - continue being displayed so, safeguarding the symbolic continuation of tradition.

Keywords: cultural transmission; family; gender roles; Italian; patriarchal values; second generation (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2007
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