New from the TikTok Cultures Research Network – an Open Access conceptual glossary + readings & resources on thinking about social justice through the lens of social media pop cultures like TikTok and influencers: Social Justice Through Social Media Pop Cultures: Case Studies And Reading Resources On Influencers And TikTok.

This resource seeks to consider the various aspects, angles, and conceptual synonyms to better understand social justice pursuits on social media. This resource comprises two parts: (1) Conceptual glossary and (2) Readings & resources. Our aim is that this resource can serve as a gateway for scholars wanting to explore research angles on the topic, and as a suggested guide for educators wanting to teach on the topic through a combination of scholarly material and popular media examples.

• Part 1: Conceptual Glossary
• Background
• Conceptualising ‘social justice’
• Conceptualising ‘social movements’
• Conceptualising ‘social media pop cultures’
• Reflections
• TCRN Priority Themes

• Part 2: Readings and Resources
• Resource themes
• 01 Race & Ethnicity
• 02 Gender & Sexuality
• 03 Age & Generations
• 04 Health & Wellbeing
• 05 The Subaltern & Subcultures
• 06 Politics & Movements

Suggested citation:
Abidin, Crystal, and Jin Lee. 2022. Social Justice Through Social Media Pop Cultures: Case Studies And Reading Resources On Influencers And TikTok. TikTok Cultures Research Network (TCRN) & Social Media Pop Cultures Programme, Centre for Culture and Technology (CCAT), Curtin University. https://TikTokCultures.com/socialjustice2022/

We would love to work with Network partners on future iterations of such reports, looking at specific social issues or targeting specific demographics. If you’re keen, please get in touch via email.