| dc.description.abstract | Dongxing Village is located in the eastern part of Zhongli District, Taoyuan City, adjacent to important transportation arteries and public facilities, including Zhongli Train Station, Taoyuan International Airport, and several major highways. The Dongxing community is a relatively dense residential area. With the accelerated process of urbanization, traditional Hakka settlements are now facing the challenges of urbanization, which has led to the emergence of urban Hakka construction. This study aims to explore the role and significance of the Dongxing Community Development Association in urban Hakka communities, as well as the relevant factors influencing community development and Hakka cultural preservation.
Urban Hakka construction is an activity aimed at protecting and inheriting Hakka culture in the process of urbanization, with the goal of enhancing the cultural value, community cohesion, and residents′ quality of life in urban Hakka communities. This study explores how the Dongxing Community Development Association promotes community empowerment and overcomes the hidden challenges of urban Hakka identity by analyzing its organizational operations, inter-organizational interactions, and policy advocacy. Furthermore, the performance of the Dongxing Community Development Association in social capital networks, trust, and normative relationships is examined to assess its internal cohesion and collaborative capacity within the community.
The main causes of the hidden challenges of urban Hakka identity include socio-cultural changes, education systems and language policies, urban life pressures and social integration, as well as the influence of cultural identity and self-perception. These factors together contribute to the decline in the use and inheritance of the Hakka language, gradually diluting the linguistic characteristics of the Hakka ethnic group. Social and cultural changes have indeed affected the Hakka ethnic group, with traditional family structures and values undergoing transformations, leading to changes in language usage among family members. Therefore, the formation of the hidden challenges of urban Hakka identity is multifaceted, involving historical factors, social policies, economic factors, among others. To address the hidden challenges, systematic strategies and measures are needed to protect and promote Hakka culture and language, while simultaneously improving the economic and social status of the Hakka people.
The Dongxing Community Development Association organizes various courses and activities, including teaching Hakka songs, hosting tea gatherings, Hakka theatrical performances, and patchwork classes. These activities cover different aspects of Hakka culture, such as music, dance, cuisine, and handicrafts, providing residents with diverse learning and experiential opportunities. Through these activities, residents can gain a deeper understanding and experience of the rich cultural heritage of the Hakka community. This design, based on Hakka elements, reflects the respect and attention given to Hakka culture, while also promoting its inheritance and development. | en_US |