Conclusion

Abstract

Multiracial identity is a complex social phenomenon — especially when we consider it from an international point of view. This book offers an introduction to the meandering historical and sociological paths of four global multiracial identity constructs. A number of key themes have emerged that shed light on both the particularity and commonality of multiracial identity experiences. These need to be explored with further empirical research. Certainly in regard to: the development of white supremacy ideology and practice and how it has impacted on and socially engineered ‘multiracial groups’; how and why the social structure of a society often determines the way identities are formed; and, given this, the extent to which ‘human agency’ is relevant to identity construct is important, but how important? These themes need to be examined in far greater detail than that offered here.