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An Examination of the Social Role of Black Aunts in the African American Community
White, Arionna
White, Arionna
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2023-06
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Africology and African American Studies
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http://dx.doi.org/10.34944/dspace/8855
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Aunts are constantly perceived as extended family members designated to support the nuclear family according to western familial traditions. Previous research has
consistently relied on said traditions for studying Aunts within different cultures.
Consequently, this hegemonic ethnography has not only hindered the ability of Aunts to
be examined through other cultural perspectives, but it actively reinforces their role as
universal, assuming everyone adheres to western family structures. This study will utilize
data from TikTok in identifying and examining the social role of Black Aunts in the
African American community through Afrocentricity and Africana Womanism. Contrary
to the initial research, Black aunts’ responsibilities stem from West African traditions.
My findings will indicate that Black aunts serve multiple roles within their communities
necessary for survival, entertainment, cultural memory, and aid
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