Abstract
Through the experiences of Pakistani-migrant families in Hong Kong, this
paper explores ethnic minority students’ aspirations for education,
work and the future in a context where education is highly valued but
also extremely competitive. The first part depicts how Pakistani youth
and their parents articulate their aspirations and opportunities and
investigates the sociopolitical changes in education that are creating
new opportunities for young Pakistani students. The second part
considers the challenges from the larger Hong Kong society and within
the Pakistani community that may hamper aspirations. The last part
examines transitions and promises and the ways Pakistani youth negotiate
for better futures. This article delineates the intertwining dynamics
of cultural consensus, cultural dissonance and children's agency as the
youth navigate the terrain of education and career.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 92-104 |
| Number of pages | 13 |
| Journal | Children's Geographies |
| Volume | 16 |
| Issue number | 1 |
| Early online date | 21 Sept 2017 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - Feb 2018 |
Scopus Subject Areas
- Social Psychology
- Geography, Planning and Development
- Sociology and Political Science
User-Defined Keywords
- Aspirations
- education
- ethnic minority youth
- Hong Kong
- Pakistani students