{"product_id":"9780814275740","title":"Community In-Between \/ Urur Dhex Dhexad Ah: Portraits of Somali-Americans in Columbus","description":"\u003ci\u003eCommunity In-Between \/ Urur Dhex Dhexad Ah: Portraits of Somali-Americans in Columbus \u003c\/i\u003eby Qorsho Hassan and Ruth M. Smith is a collection of stories and portraits of fifteen young Somali Americans involved in community building in Columbus, Ohio. By using their unique skills, these individuals balance their identities, build bridges, and create spaces for success. The rich, multifaceted stories in this book represent the heterogeneous experiences of the participants and show the deep connection to the diaspora and the interconnectedness of individual experiences.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e A combination of storytelling and research connect each narrative to another, creating a strong framework for capturing the roles of young Somali Americans in community building through innovative initiatives such as designing a mixer bottle, beginning charitable programs, and educating the Somali community on voter rights. Two community artists help to capture the participants in their natural spaces, and their journey, aided by their empowering mentor, Riya Jama, bridges the gap of Somali females and their access to photography.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e The portraits, stories, and artifacts throughout the book create a modicum of belonging. This new generation resiliently overcomes challenges such as racism, xenophobia, and Islamophobia while still maintaining their hope in the future. \u003ci\u003eCommunity In-Between\u003c\/i\u003e captures their spirit and unwavering faith.\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e The portraits, stories, and artifacts throughout the book create a modicum of belonging. This new generation resiliently overcomes challenges such as racism, xenophobia, and Islamophobia while still maintaining their hope in the future. \u003ci\u003eCommunity In-Between\u003c\/i\u003e captures their spirit and unwavering faith.\u003cbr\u003e  ","brand":"Ohio State University Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47118652408048,"sku":"9780814275740","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780814275740_p0.jpg?v=1763742862","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780814275740","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}