Dynamics of (in)visibility of “Chilean-Asians”

An analysis of influencer accounts on Instagram

  • Carol Chan Universidad Mayor (Chile)
  • Maria Montt Strabucchi Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Keywords: Identity, Racialization, Social media, Asia, Chile

Abstract

Various social movements emerged globally in response to the rise of xenophobia in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. In Chile, a Chilean-Asian community emerged on social media within the framework of the #StopAsianHate movement. This article describes the emergence of this community, examining its challenges in contrast to other racialized groups in the country. Research is based on the analysis of ten Instagram accounts of Chilean-Asian persons, and informed by previous research on the role of “Chineseness” in Chilean national identity. Ultimately, this article proposes that the self-articulation of Chileans who also identify as Chinese, Korean, or Asian constitutes efforts to insist on redefining “Chilean” society in more diverse and inclusive ways.

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Published
2023-05-02
How to Cite
Chan, C., & Montt Strabucchi, M. (2023). Dynamics of (in)visibility of “Chilean-Asians”. Cuadernos De antropología Social, (57), 75-93. https://doi.org/10.34096/cas.i57.11391
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Espacio Abierto - Artículos Originales