Media globalization and identity crisis: Is hyperlocalism a way forward? / Feb 28, 2020

With our lives increasingly revolving around the internet, our access to global information has arguably weakened our connection with the local values and cultural traditions. For instance, anyone with internet access can stay up to date on architectural projects via Archidaily, Designboom, Arch20, blogs, social media, etc. These online media broadcast projects of general interest to reach wider global audiences, projects of local nature and with community relevance are often overlooked. Many scholars believe that creating a special platform for specific groups and audiences is a way to preserve territorial integrity and protect local identity. Perhaps, hyperlocalism – a practice of covering exclusively local contents – offers a way forward to deal with globalization and identity crisis. But, can hyperlocalism really promote local/national aspirations and provide means to integrate into the globalization process? This session addresses this question and other issues attached to hyperlocalism.

Presented by Saimum Kabir

Chaired by Ishita Chatterjee

Feb 28 2020 – Friday

2:30 – 4:00 pm

Nasen Yuncken Room MSD 408