Microblogs, Jasmine Revolution, and Civil Unrest

2019 ◽  
pp. 1153-1178 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kenneth C. C. Yang ◽  
Yowei Kang
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Civil Society ◽  
Public Sphere ◽  
State Power ◽  
Social Medium ◽  
Political Activities ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Internet Users

Weibo provides an alternative channel for many Chinese citizens to obtain non-censored news contents and share their opinions on public affairs. In this book chapter, the authors employed Jürgen Habermas's concept of public sphere to examine how Chinese Weibo users (i.e., microbloggers) make the most use of this social medium to form a public sphere to contest omnipresent state power. Habermas's analytical framework helps to better comprehend the role of social media and its interactions with other stakeholders in Chinese politics. The role of social media in shaping this less controlled sphere of political deliberation and participation was examined using a case study approach. The authors analyzed the Chinese Jasmine Revolution to discuss the interrelations among social media, civil society, state power, economic development, political process, and democratization in China. The case study identified Weibo's essential role as a device to bypass existing government censorship, to mobilize users, and to empower Chinese Internet users to engage in political activities to foster its nascent civil society.

Microblogs, Jasmine Revolution, and Civil Unrest

2015 ◽  
pp. 140-164 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kenneth C. C. Yang ◽  
Yowei Kang
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Civil Society ◽  
Public Sphere ◽  
State Power ◽  
Social Medium ◽  
Political Activities ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Internet Users

Weibo provides an alternative channel for many Chinese citizens to obtain non-censored news contents and share their opinions on public affairs. In this book chapter, the authors employed Jürgen Habermas's concept of public sphere to examine how Chinese Weibo users (i.e., microbloggers) make the most use of this social medium to form a public sphere to contest omnipresent state power. Habermas's analytical framework helps to better comprehend the role of social media and its interactions with other stakeholders in Chinese politics. The role of social media in shaping this less controlled sphere of political deliberation and participation was examined using a case study approach. The authors analyzed the Chinese Jasmine Revolution to discuss the interrelations among social media, civil society, state power, economic development, political process, and democratization in China. The case study identified Weibo's essential role as a device to bypass existing government censorship, to mobilize users, and to empower Chinese Internet users to engage in political activities to foster its nascent civil society.

Will Microblogs Shape China's Civil Society Under President's Xi's Surveillance State?

2020 ◽  
pp. 156-184
Author(s):  
Kenneth C. C. Yang ◽  
Yowei Kang
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Civil Society ◽  
Public Sphere ◽  
Information Technologies ◽  
Political Process ◽  
Analytical Framework ◽  
Pervasive Applications ◽  
Chinese Civil Society

Western scholars have previously predicted Weibo and social media will provide Chinese netizens with an opportunity to foster its nascent civil society. However, the growing applications of surveillance technologies have challenged this rosy, yet deterministic prediction. This chapter argues that Jürgen Habermas's concept of public sphere is less likely to function properly, given the pervasive applications of surveillance technologies in China, which has fundamentally challenge its many assumptions. Using Habermas's analytical framework that is used to better comprehend the role of social media in Chinese politics, the authors argue that information technologies turn out to deteriorate the formation and maintenance of a public sphere for Chinese civil society. The authors employ a case study to examine the interrelations among social media, surveillance technologies, civil society, state power, economic development, political process, and democratization in China as demonstrated in Hong Kong's Anti-Extradition Law Protests.

Leveraging Social Media in Facilitating Women Entrepreneurs in India

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (2) ◽  
pp. 76-90
Author(s):  
Madhura Manish Bedarkar ◽  
Mahima Mishra ◽  
Ritesh Ashok Khatwani
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Psychological Benefits ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Self Confidence ◽  
Social Media Platforms ◽  
Set Up

This article explores the role of social media in facilitating women entrepreneurs in India. It adopts a case study approach to explore the effectiveness of social media platforms in supporting women entrepreneurs. PULA (Pune Ladies), a closed Facebook Group, set up in 2015 for women in Pune, was selected as a case study. Fifteen in-depth interviews were conducted among 15 active women entrepreneurs of this group to explore the benefits received in terms of visibility, marketing opportunities, revenue generation, psychological benefits (sense of belongingness, self-confidence, motivation), and counselling to name a few. Their responses were analyzed for commonalities and divergences. The article finds that PULA not only offers a cost-effective platform for women entrepreneurs to showcase their products/services but also helps them in enhancing the visibility and financial performance of their businesses. The findings of this study will guide women entrepreneurs in leveraging social media platforms through greater visibility, networking and marketing their products/ services more efficiently.

The Rise of a Networked Public Sphere

2014 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 61-73
Author(s):  
Debashis ‘Deb' Aikat
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Civic Engagement ◽  
Public Sphere ◽  
Citizen Participation ◽  
Traditional Media ◽  
Contemporary Media ◽  
Cultural Origins ◽  
Networked Public Sphere

The world's largest democracy with a population of over 1.27 billion people, India is home to a burgeoning media landscape that encompasses a motley mix of traditional and contemporary media. Drawing from the theoretical framework of the networked public sphere, this extensive case study focuses on the role of social media in India's media landscape. Results indicate that new social media entities complement traditional media forms to inform, educate, connect, and entertain people from diverse social, ethnic, religious, and cultural origins. The author concludes that social media enable Indian citizens to actively deliberate issues and ideas, increase their civic engagement and citizen participation, and thus enrich India's democratic society.

Demokratisasi Pengelolaan Zakat Melalui Perubahan Peran Lembaga Amil Zakat berbasis Organisasi Kemasyarakatan

SMART ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
pp. 170-183
Author(s):  
Dwi Martiningsih ◽  
Arif Zamhari
Keyword(s):  
Civil Society ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Political Context ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Regulatory Changes ◽  
Regulation Change ◽  
Management Institutions

The management of zakat is dynamic dealing with the socio-political context in a country, including Indonesia. Zakat regulation  change from UU/38/1999 to UU/23/2011 pratically require adaptation from the role of zakat institutions in Indonesia. Zakat management institution in the community such as NU-Care LAZISNU and LAZISMU as zakat management institutions with civil society-based in programs and activities certainly cannot be separated from these regulatory changes. The regulation change was responded by changing its role as a zakat management institution. This article aims to describe the activities of NU-Care LAZISNU and LAZISMU and their position in responding zakat law. This research uses a case study approach and is designed in the form of a descriptive analysis to reveal field findings. The results of this research reveal that changes in national zakat management bring opportunities as well as challenges for zakat management institutions, both government zakat institutions and non-government zakat institutions. NU-care LAZISNU and LAZISMU build some adjustments by modernizing their institutions. These two civil society-based zakat institutions carry out various strategies in collecting, distributing and empowering zakat, infaq, and sedekah.

scholarly journals Peran Media Sosial Instagram dalam Mempublikasikan Dakwah Majelis Az-Zikra Sentul Bogor

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (2) ◽  
pp. 121
Author(s):  
Saifuddin Saifuddin ◽  
Nirwan Syafrin ◽  
Maya May Syarah
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Data Collection ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Live Streaming ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Remote Areas ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Modern Era

<p class="15bIsiAbstractBInggris"><em>In this modern era, there are a lot of media that can be used as a means of disseminating information and can be accepted by all groups. And one of the most popular uses of social media is Instagram. Az Zikra Assembly Sentul Bogor is one of the largest assemblies in Indonesia that uses social media Instagram as a means of spreading da'wah messages with the @azzikramediaofficial account. By utilizing the features found on Instagram, the @azzikramediaofficial account can create content or disseminate Islamic messages effectively and easily accepted by other Instagram users. The purpose of this study is to dig deeper and understand the role of Instagram social media in publishing da'wah. In this research, the method used is qualitative with a case study approach. Data collection techniques used are observation, interviews and documentation. The findings from this study explain that the Assembly of Az Zikra Sentul Bogor with the Instagram account @azzikramediaofficial often uses the Live Streaming feature, IG TV, photos, videos and stories in disseminating da'wah messages. In addition, the content of the material posted is about Islamic knowledge in everyday life. The positive impact that was felt by the Az Zikra Sentul Bogor Council after using social media Instagram as a propaganda medium was that it was easy to reach all congregations from various groups in remote areas. What is really felt at this time is being able to continue preaching even in the midst of the corona pandemic like now. The positive impact that was felt by the Az Zikra Sentul Bogor Council after using social media Instagram as a propaganda medium was that it was easy to reach all congregations from various groups in remote areas. What is really felt at this time is being able to continue preaching even in the midst of the corona pandemic like now.</em><strong><em></em></strong></p><p class="15bIsiAbstractBInggris"><strong>Abstrak</strong></p><p>Di zaman modern ini banyak sekali media yang bisa dijadikan sebagai sarana penyebaran informasi dan bisa diterima oleh semua kalangan. Dan salah satu penggunaan media sosial yang populer adalah instagram. Majelis Az Zikra Sentul Bogor merupakan salah satu Majelis terbesar di Indonesin yang menggunakan media sosial instagram sebagai sarana menyebarkan pesan-pesan dakwah dengan akun <em>@azzikramediaofficial</em>. Dengan memanfaatkan fitur-fitur yang terdapat pada instagram, akun <em>@azzikramediaofficial</em> dapat membuat konten atau menyebarluaskan pesan-pesan Islamiyah secara efektif dan mudah diterima oleh pengguna instagram lainnya. Adapun tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk menggali lebih dalam dan memahami tentang peran media sosial instagram dalam mempublikasikan dakwah. Dalam penelitian ini metode yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Teknik pengumpulan data yang digunakan adalah observasi, wawancara dan dokumentasi. Hasil temuan dari penelitian ini menjelaskan bahwa Majelis Az Zikra Sentul Bogor dengan akun instagram <em>@azzikramediaofficial</em> sering  menggunakan fitur Live Streaming, IG TV, foto, video dan story dalam menyebarluaskan pesan-pesan dakwah. Selain itu konten materi yang di post adalah mengenai pengetahuan Islami dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Dampak positif yang dirasakan oleh Majelis Az Zikra Sentul Bogor setelah menggunakan media sosial instagram sebagai media dakwah adalah mudahnya menjangkau semua jemaah dari berbagai kalangan dib pelosok daerah. Yang sangat dirasakan pada saat ini adalah bisa tetap berdakwah walaupun ditengah pandemi corona seperti sekarang. Dampak positif yang dirasakan oleh Majelis Az Zikra Sentul Bogor setelah menggunakan media sosial instagram sebagai media dakwah adalah mudahnya menjangkau semua jemaah dari berbagai kalangan dib pelosok daerah. Yang sangat dirasakan pada saat ini adalah bisa tetap berdakwah walaupun ditengah pandemi corona seperti sekarang.</p>

scholarly journals The Rise of Student Social Movement: Case Study of #GejayanCalling Movement in Yogyakarta

ijd-demos ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahpudin Mahpudin ◽  
Ardiman Kelihu ◽  
Mia Sarmiasih
Keyword(s):  
Civil Society ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Political Compromise ◽  
The Government ◽  
Use Of Social Media

This paper discusses the rise of student social movements in response to the presence of a crisis of public legitimacy triggered by the failure of the government to carry out the functions of the state and failure to realize the welfare of society. The climax when the government and the parliament agreed to revise the rules regarding the authority of the Corruption Eradication Commission (Komisi Pemberantasan Korupsi, KPK) which was considered by many elements of civil society as weakening the KPK. This issue became the dominant discourse and triggered the presence of other issues and demands. The focus of this study is the #GejayanCalling movement initiated by a number of students in Yogyakarta who successfully attracted the sympathy and support of thousands of students and various elements of civil society to take to the streets. This paper uses qualitative research methods with a case study approach. The data collection is done through primary data through interviews with key informants and secondary data through literature studies. The results of the study revealed that the #GejayanCalling movement became massive and significant through the consolidation and political compromise undertaken by students in managing the movement to respond to public unrest marked by a crisis of public legitimacy towards the government. The protest was able to attract thousands of students because of the emphasis on the issue by overriding the role of certain figures, actors or organizations. Emphasis on issues rather than actors becomes an effective strategy in creating shared goals and collective action. Besides that, the use of social media as a repertoire of movements in framing issues is very contributing to strengthen demonstration. Penelitian ini membahas kebangkitan gerakan sosial mahasiswa sebagai tanggapan terhadap adanya krisis legitimasi publik yang dipicu oleh kegagalan pemerintah untuk menjalankan fungsi negara dan kegagalan untuk mewujudkan kesejahteraan masyarakat. Puncaknya ketika pemerintah dan parlemen sepakat untuk merevisi aturan mengenai kewenangan Komisi Pemberantasan Korupsi (KPK) yang dianggap oleh banyak elemen masyarakat sipil sebagai pelemahan KPK. Masalah ini menjadi wacana dominan dan memicu kehadiran isu dan tuntutan lainnya. Fokus penelitian ini adalah gerakan #GejayanCalling yang diprakarsai oleh sejumlah siswa di Yogyakarta yang berhasil menarik simpati dan dukungan ribuan siswa dan berbagai elemen masyarakat sipil untuk turun ke jalan. Makalah ini menggunakan metode penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui data primer melalui wawancara dengan informan kunci dan data sekunder melalui studi literatur. Hasil penelitian mengungkapkan bahwa gerakan #GejayanMemanggil menjadi masif dan signifikan melalui konsolidasi dan kompromi politik yang dilakukan oleh siswa dalam mengelola gerakan untuk menanggapi keresahan publik yang ditandai oleh krisis legitimasi publik terhadap pemerintah. Protes ini mampu menarik ribuan siswa karena penekanan pada masalah ini dengan mengesampingkan peran tokoh, aktor atau organisasi tertentu. Penekanan pada masalah daripada aktor menjadi strategi yang efektif dalam menciptakan tujuan bersama dan tindakan kolektif. Selain itu, penggunaan media sosial sebagai repertoar gerakan dalam membingkai isu sangat berkontribusi untuk memperkuat demonstrasi.

scholarly journals PERANAN CYBERSPACE SEBAGAI PEMBENTUK AKTIVISME POLITIK INTERNET DI INDONESIA

2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdul Gofur
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Civil Society ◽  
Virtual World ◽  
Political Activism ◽  
Internet Technology ◽  
Library Research ◽  
Internet Users ◽  
Change Of Perspective ◽  
The Impact

The development of science and technology gives the impact in the change of perspective and activities of citizens in communicating. Cyberspace phenomenon or called the virtual world would result in narrowing space, time, and distance so that they are connected to each other. Increasingly internet users in Indonesia need to be utilized as a container in expressing interests, critics and be a public discussion space. As citizens, Internet political activism needs to be positioned as demos for countervailing and supervising the state. In the democracy aspect, the utilization of internet technology becomes a solution for civil society movement. Penetration by social media users in the cyberspace is able to encourage the deliberation of democratic values such as voluntarism, egalitarianism, or networking in contemporary democratic conditions. This paper aims to deepen and add insight about the role of Cyberspace as the form of Internet Political Activism in Indonesia. The method of this research is library research by collecting some related references. Thus, it will improve the knowledge about the role of Cyberspace as the form of internet political activism in Indonesia.

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