Conclusion

Abstract

The new forms of migrations and multiculturalism debates demonstrate the need for new responses not only in terms of policies but also in terms of a refined discourse on identity, difference, and belonging. The empirical material in this book demonstrates how young diaspora Kurds are no longer imagining their homeland but, instead, are critically aware of the differences that emerge between diaspora and homeland, as well as between Kurdish diaspora across nations. This contrasts with much academic writing that has remained unresponsive to the rich and intense transnational activities that diaspora are engaged with. New technology should not merely be considered as communicative tools or a link to connect back to origin country. But, rather, online activities expose diversity among ethnic groups, and commonality across nationalities, which traditional media has concealed, and which multiculturalism debates continue to overlook.