SOCIOCULTURAL TRANSFORMATIONS OF MIGRANTS’ IDENTITY UNDER GLOBALIZATION CONDITIONS AND THEIR IMPACT ON THE FORMATION OF HYBRID COMMUNITIES IN HOST SOCIETIES

Eremina Ekaterina Vitalievna, Efremov Mikhail Alekseevich

The article is dedicated to the study of the sociocultural transformations of migrants’ identity under globalization conditions and their role in creating hybrid communities in host societies. Within the IMRAD structure, the authors analyze key aspects of migrants' adaptation, including language practices, religious traditions, economic strategies, and political participation, as well as the impact of digital technologies on maintaining transcontinental connections. The introduction substantiates the relevance of studying hybrid identities as a result of the interaction between the cultural traditions of the countries of origin and those of host societies. The Materials and Methods section employs an interdisciplinary approach combining sociological, anthropological, and political analysis, as well as empirical data reflecting the dynamics of integration processes. The study's results demonstrate that hybrid communities emerge as a response to migrants' need to preserve cultural authenticity while simultaneously adapting to new social norms. Linguistic hybridization, economic micro-entrepreneurship, and digital communications become key mechanisms for forming such communities. The discussion emphasizes the role of hybrid identities in reducing intercultural conflicts and strengthening social cohesion. Special attention is paid to intergenerational differences: the first generation of migrants maintains a connection with traditional practices, while subsequent generations integrate elements of the host culture, creating new forms of self-identification. The authors conclude that hybrid communities act as catalysts for multicultural dialogue, fostering a rethinking of the concepts of “national” and “global.” Their sustainability depends on institutional support, including educational programs and inclusive policies. The article contributes to the understanding of migration as a complex process that transforms not only individual identities but also the social structure of host societies in the era of globalization.

Keywords:hybrid identity, sociocultural adaptation, migration communities, transnational connections, multiculturalism.