ETHNIC IDENTITY: FEATURES SELF-DETERMINATION OF DESCENDANTS OF MIXED MARRIAGES

Abstract

The article describes the problems of ethnic self-identity among descendants of mixed marrieages. The purpose of this research was to identify unique features of respondents experience in their choice of ethnicity. The article provides data of the case-study research that was gathered through interview process which methodologicaly bases on the theory of constructivism. Research displays how ethnic identity of the descendants of mixed marrieges is influenced by society and community. Through this work author tries to show social aspect of how ethnic identity is getting formed. Conclusions of this scientific work could be used in further research of formation of ethnic identity.