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Post-apartheid racism among Afrikaans speaking urban adolescents : a narrative-pastoral reflection
Thesis(PhD)--University of Pretoria, 2018.
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| spelling | oai:repository.up.ac.za:2263/71038 Post-apartheid racism among Afrikaans speaking urban adolescents : a narrative-pastoral reflection Muller, Julian C. u24265642@tuks.co.za Van Dyk, Sebastiaan UCTD Racism Afrikaner 1 Adolescent Epistemology Postfoundational Social constructionism Transversal rationality Practical theology Post-apartheid racism Narrative-pastoral reflection Auto-ethnographically History I-It and I-Thou Vulnerability Shame Fear Trust Humilitas Spirituality Theology theses SDG-04 SDG-04: Quality education Theology theses SDG-05 SDG-05: Gender equality Theology theses SDG-10 SDG-10: Reduced inequalities Theology theses SDG-16 SDG-16: Peace, justice and strong institutions Thesis(PhD)--University of Pretoria, 2018. The impetus for this study was the seemingly increasing occurrences of racism among post-apartheid Afrikaans speaking urban adolescents in South Africa by taking a narrative practical theological perspective on the matter. This study, in particular, explored the dialogue(s), spiritual values and awareness levels of participants using transversal rationality. Two questions guided the investigation: (i) How deeply embedded are stereotypes of racism (traditions of interpretation) in the lives of the aforementioned adolescents?; and (ii) How can we instigate honest dialogue aiding us in being more aware of our biases in order to embrace diversity in our so-called rainbow nation and going forward as a unity in diversity? From an epistemological perspective, a postfoundational, social constructionist perspective including an auto-ethnographical approach was followed. This supports the research design which was based on narrative, practical theological principles. In the thesis, an attempt is made to come to a better holistic understanding of the history of racism in South Africa as to guide us to move beyond our own ‘socially-constructed’ ideas. The research indicated that Afrikaner adolescents could live life unquestioned from a position of power that was culturally inherited, bringing to the fore the crucial aspect of awareness. It was found that by objectifying relationships (I-It) diverse engagement becomes almost impossible. Consequently this thesis advocates for a subjective (I-Thou) approach towards building relationships in a context where people feel vulnerable and shameful, have fears, but also gain trust to contribute to meaningful dialogue with ‘others’. The study also disclosed how material options in life disintegrate when spirituality is viewed as a ‘lived experience’. This view is not forced, controlled, or managed; it is simply the IThou walking into our lives. Typical within a postfoundational practical theological study like this, interdisciplinary participants were invited to give some perspectives from their fields of expertise consisting of a psychologist, social worker and an economist. These participants highlighted fears that came to the fore when questions on identity were raised, as well as fears for the lived world. The manner in which social constructs affected our logic and the numbness that powerlessness has left were also raised as issues that need our attention. They strongly advocated for a greater understanding and knowledge (awareness) of each other as a means to overcome their fears and issues. Although this practical theological research acknowledges some limitations, it stands proud in contributing towards practical theology, post-apartheid research and narrative pastoral reflections that enables and inspires new research possibilities. The study concludes by suggesting a framework of acceptance (of one self), being vulnerable (creating trust through weakness and being aware), having significance (from ‘others’ or God’s perspective) and consistently contributing towards a racist free environment (as a result of the other three stages). Rather than the other way around starting with contribution (doing things only to be seen), working towards significance (of myself), avoiding vulnerability (I am not weak), ending with acceptance (from others for the time being). bs2025 Practical Theology PhD Unrestricted SDG-04: Quality education SDG-05: Gender equality SDG-10: Reduced inequalities SDG-16: Peace, justice and strong institutions 2019-08-12T11:18:54Z 2019-08-12T11:18:54Z 2019/04/03 2018 Thesis Van Dyk, S 2018, Post-apartheid racism among Afrikaans speaking urban adolescents : a narrative-pastoral reflection, PhD Thesis, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, viewed yymmdd <http://hdl.handle.net/2263/71038> A2019 http://hdl.handle.net/2263/71038 en © 2019 University of Pretoria. All rights reserved. The copyright in this work vests in the University of Pretoria. No part of this work may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the University of Pretoria. application/pdf University of Pretoria |
| spellingShingle | UCTD Racism Afrikaner 1 Adolescent Epistemology Postfoundational Social constructionism Transversal rationality Practical theology Post-apartheid racism Narrative-pastoral reflection Auto-ethnographically History I-It and I-Thou Vulnerability Shame Fear Trust Humilitas Spirituality Theology theses SDG-04 SDG-04: Quality education Theology theses SDG-05 SDG-05: Gender equality Theology theses SDG-10 SDG-10: Reduced inequalities Theology theses SDG-16 SDG-16: Peace, justice and strong institutions Post-apartheid racism among Afrikaans speaking urban adolescents : a narrative-pastoral reflection |
| title | Post-apartheid racism among Afrikaans speaking urban adolescents : a narrative-pastoral reflection |
| title_full | Post-apartheid racism among Afrikaans speaking urban adolescents : a narrative-pastoral reflection |
| title_fullStr | Post-apartheid racism among Afrikaans speaking urban adolescents : a narrative-pastoral reflection |
| title_full_unstemmed | Post-apartheid racism among Afrikaans speaking urban adolescents : a narrative-pastoral reflection |
| title_short | Post-apartheid racism among Afrikaans speaking urban adolescents : a narrative-pastoral reflection |
| title_sort | post apartheid racism among afrikaans speaking urban adolescents a narrative pastoral reflection |
| topic | UCTD Racism Afrikaner 1 Adolescent Epistemology Postfoundational Social constructionism Transversal rationality Practical theology Post-apartheid racism Narrative-pastoral reflection Auto-ethnographically History I-It and I-Thou Vulnerability Shame Fear Trust Humilitas Spirituality Theology theses SDG-04 SDG-04: Quality education Theology theses SDG-05 SDG-05: Gender equality Theology theses SDG-10 SDG-10: Reduced inequalities Theology theses SDG-16 SDG-16: Peace, justice and strong institutions |
| url | http://hdl.handle.net/2263/71038 |