Interethnic Negativism: searching for Exit Routes

Abstract

Many countries with multi-ethnicity and multiculturalism structure of the population, face today the problem of interethnic negativism. It aroused as a result of globalisation change. Besides, it causes an increase in social tension and leads to an increase in inter-ethnic and inter-ethnic conflicts. The article presents the data of sociological surveys in the Russian Federation and the results of studies in foreign countries, confirming the relevance and depth of the problem of ethnic and cultural contradictions. The authors consider the causes of inter-ethnic negativity and intolerance. The paper examines various approaches to the integration of the multi-ethnic population, the assimilation model and the model of recognition of differences-multiculturalism, and their shortcomings. The authors suggest developing a new model able to weaken ethnic negativity and form a culture of interethnic communication.

Digitalization: Advantage or disadvantage in the issue of preserving the languages of minority ethnic groups (on the example of the Abaza language)

“…Groups whose languages are endangered are trying to reverse the loss of the language; Many new language teaching and learning strategies are emerging to meet the special needs and goals of language revitalization. Indigenous and minority communities around the world are actively working to restore the knowledge and use of their endangered mother tongues [3]. Even the socalled "extinct" languages are trying to be revived through the use of documentation.…”

“…However, there is some debate about whether endangered languages should be preserved, and if so, what could be the best contribution not only from professional linguists and anthropologists, but also from IT specialists. In this article, the authors outline the reasons why we must take decisive action and why part of decisive action is to extract positive aspects from the process of digitalization of society in the issue of preserving the languages of small ethnic groups [3]. Possessing the necessary skills and tools to function in digital spaces is the key to improving the quality of our lives.…”