Generating the Future

Towards an Anthropology of Social Movements

Abstract

Current anthropological study contributed to social movement theory. However, some problem is left unresolved: Such as temporal variability of social network, or variability of 'flame', which enables people to get involved into social movement. In this presentation, I will focus on social movements of Iranians in Los Angeles, and explore how the existing group split, and what issues make conflicts between groups.